What is NJ DDD?
New Jersey's Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) funds support services for eligible adults (age 21+) with intellectual and developmental disabilities — helping them live, work, and take part in their communities.
Step 1: Confirm eligibility
Eligibility generally requires a qualifying developmental disability that began before age 22, New Jersey residency, Medicaid eligibility, and being 21 or older. Determination is made by DDD.
Step 2: Apply and enroll in Medicaid
Because most DDD services are funded through Medicaid, enrolling in NJ Medicaid is a key early step. Keep documentation of diagnosis and income handy.
Step 3: Get a Support Coordination agency
Once eligible, you choose a Support Coordination agency. Your Support Coordinator helps build an Individualized Service Plan (ISP) that lists the services and goals for your loved one.
Step 4: Choose your providers
With an ISP in place, you select approved providers — like Harmony Support — for services such as Community-Based Support, Individual Support, Respite, Transportation, and Community Inclusion.
How Harmony Support helps
We're an NJ DDD approved provider serving the entire State of New Jersey. We'll coordinate directly with your Support Coordinator and family to deliver the services in the ISP. Call us at (973) 920-5737 to talk it through.
This article is general information, not legal or benefits advice. For official rules and current steps, visit the NJ Department of Human Services / DDD website or speak with your Support Coordinator.
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