What types of housing assistance can I receive through KCDDD?
If you are a client of DSHS/DDD, we can assist you in identifying housing options and possibly in finding affordable housing. We work through your case manager to identify housing that is appropriate for you. The first step is to contact your case manager who will get information from you about your housing needs. The KCDDD and DSHS/DDD will then identify affordable housing that is available, and add you to a database of people who need housing.
If you are about to lose your housing, KCDDD may be able to help you with temporary assistance, if that assistance will help you maintain your housing over the long term.
How can you help me find affordable housing for an adult relative or friend with disabilities?
Many families in King County have worked creatively to secure housing for their family members with developmental disabilities. The KCDDD housing staff can talk with families about strategies that you can use to create or find affordable housing for family members, and direct you to resources to help you plan for a family member's housing needs.
How can I connect with other people who want to explore housing options for themselves, or for a relative or friend with developmental disabilities?
The KCDDD, in conjunction with the Washington Initiative for Supported Employment (WiSe), hosts family networking meetings each month. This is an opportunity for families to network about housing and find out about current resources and options that are available. This potluck is currently being hosted as part of WiSe's My Home, My Life project.
What should I do if I am about to be evicted or have my utilities shut off?
Contact the interim KCDDD housing coordintor, Katherine Festa at 206-263-9053 or your DSHS/DDD case manager to find out if you might be eligible for emergency assistance funding.
Who can I contact with housing questions?
Katherine Festa at 206-263-9053 Interim Housing Coordinator, King County Developmental Disabilities Division
