Providers of Services
Providers of services to people with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities may be individuals or agencies/entities. A “provider” of services to persons with developmental disabilities may be either a licensed provider or a certified provider of Supported Living services. An individual or organization may become certified as a Supported Living provider to provide Medicaid and/or non-Medicaid funded services to individuals with developmental disabilities living in their own homes.
Because the health and safety of people receiving these services is of the utmost importance, the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) must certify agencies and or individuals that provide Supported Living services. Applications are carefully reviewed on an individual basis, and must include documentation that the applicant meets all qualifications and standards to become certified. An individual or agency is prohibited from providing any service until certification is obtained from the DODD.