{"id":2,"date":"2026-06-11T06:55:36","date_gmt":"2026-06-11T06:55:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/?page_id=2"},"modified":"2026-07-15T21:07:10","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T21:07:10","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id='av-layout-grid-1'  class='av-layout-grid-container av-135qm-dc990d01b2e2dc0b1113e1ef45724a69 entry-content-wrapper main_color av-flex-cells  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-first   container_wrap sidebar_right'  >\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-10one-5c8c0cccc71e1e036fded40cc50007b0\">\n.flex_cell.av-10one-5c8c0cccc71e1e036fded40cc50007b0{\nvertical-align:middle;\nheight:500px;\nmin-height:500px;\nbackground:url(https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/child_questions-katerina-holmes-5905557-300x200.jpg) 50% 50% no-repeat scroll 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itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock av_inherit_color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Feel free to ask us anything via the <a href=\"https:\/\/livingfountcare.com\/index.php\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact page<\/a> or find quick answers to many questions here.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id='av_section_1'  class='avia-section av-wvgi-4f795eb7c38581152cb86014d352d9cb main_color avia-section-huge avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_layout_row  avia-builder-el-last  avia-bg-style-scroll container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-2'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div  class='togglecontainer av-mrb1r6cm-9910b8f8240d9ef8ac2a3f4e4801a2c1  avia-builder-el-6  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  toggle_close_all' >\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-mrb1qjwf-bab54c99f1d20d51d45d2ff083c5877b'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-1' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-1'>What is Arizona\u2019s DDD?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-1' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) is part of the Arizona Department of Economic Security. It supports more than 40,000 Arizonans with qualifying developmental disabilities, helping them live as independently as possible at home and in their communities. Qualifying for DDD is the first step toward accessing in-home services like attendant care, habilitation, and respite. <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"\/how-to-apply-for-ddd-arizona\">Learn how to apply \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-mrb1r2lp-9688a2fc823207a2abf220d854dbf1cf'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-2' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-2'>Who qualifies for DDD in Arizona?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-2' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>For a person age 6 through adulthood, DDD generally requires a qualifying diagnosis \u2014 autism, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, Down syndrome, or a cognitive\/intellectual disability \u2014 that developed before age 18 and is likely to continue indefinitely, plus significant functional limitations in at least three of seven major life areas. Younger children have their own pathways, including early intervention for those under 3. <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"\/who-qualifies-for-ddd-arizona\">See full eligibility details \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-mrb2jv88-dcd6d677c78b19898eaf63f2623ff0d2'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-3' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-3'>Does an autism diagnosis automatically qualify my child?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-3' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>No. Your child needs both a qualifying diagnosis and substantial functional limitations in at least three major life areas. Some children with autism qualify and some don&#8217;t, depending on their level of need \u2014 which is why thorough documentation matters. <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"\/who-qualifies-for-ddd-arizona\">Read more about eligibility \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-mrcla9sx-0852e27740c053d3ce3948ff26fe1325'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-4' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-4'>How do I apply for DDD?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-4' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Complete the DDD Eligibility Packet (form DDD-2069A) and submit it with supporting documents \u2014 proof of identity and citizenship, Arizona residency, and the qualifying diagnosis. Emailing your completed packet to <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"mailto:DDDApply@azdes.gov\">DDDApply@azdes.gov<\/a> is usually the fastest option, or you can call the DDD Eligibility Unit at 1-844-770-9500. <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"\/how-to-apply-for-ddd-arizona\">See the step-by-step guide \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-mrclb5sg-15b65198285b4f9896a47f51a0d66ec6'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-5' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-5'>Does it cost anything to apply for DDD?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-5' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>No. Applying is free, and you don&#8217;t need to hire a lawyer or a paid service to do it. <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"\/how-to-apply-for-ddd-arizona\">Learn more \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-mrcllbxa-402dfda6996c18d78750629b61ef4561'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-6' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-6'>What is ALTCS, and do I need it too?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-6' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>The Arizona Long Term Care System &#8211; ALTCS, is Arizona&#8217;s Medicaid program that funds long-term services. Here&#8217;s the simple version: DDD decides who&#8217;s eligible, and ALTCS pays for the services. 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