Arvada IDD Services & Support
Connecting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families to dedicated, localized resources throughout the City of Arvada. As a trusted partner in Jefferson County, DDRC ensures that Arvada residents have direct access to comprehensive, high-quality care right in their own community.
Serving Colorado’s Gateway to the Rockies
Our presence in Arvada bridges the gap between suburban convenience and specialized, clinical care. By focusing on individualized support and community integration, we help our participants lead independent, fulfilling lives close to home.
Featured Location: The Margaret Walters Center
Located right here in Arvada, our facility is optimized specifically for community-based services, featuring adaptive spaces designed to encourage lifelong learning, socialization, and skill-building.
- Address: 12665 W 52nd Ave, Arvada, CO 80002
- Phone: 720-544-8100
Localized IDD Support Services in Arvada
Early Intervention
We provide home and community-based developmental therapies for infants and toddlers from birth up to age three residing in Arvada. Our team works directly with families in their natural environments to support early speech, motor, and cognitive development.
Day Programs
Operating out of our Arvada center, our specialized adult day programs focus on community immersion, specialized cooking classes, creative expression, and lifelong learning. Participants enjoy structured, safe activities designed to foster friendships and independence.
Residential & Host Homes
We connect Arvada participants to a variety of safe, stable living arrangements tailored to their needs. This includes placing individuals with local become a host home provider systems, supporting independent living for IDD adults, and helping families navigate family caregiver compensation.
Behavioral Health
Our behavioral health team offers specialized, compassionate support services in Arvada. We design individualized positive behavior support plans and offer therapeutic consulting to help individuals thrive in their homes, day programs, and communities.
Community Services & Recreation
DDRC coordinates adaptive outings, sports, and social events utilizing local Arvada parks, recreation centers, and community spaces. From therapeutic recreation to resource navigation, we make sure local families stay connected.
Arvada Community Coordination
- Apex Community Recreation Center: We actively interface with local adaptive sports and community programs to foster structured recreational activities and immersion for our participants.
- The Arvada Center: Proud host of major community inclusion milestones, including DDRC’s landmark community celebrations.
- Local Transportation Networks: We work closely with transit networks like RTD Access-A-Ride and Via Mobility to ensure smooth facility and community transit for Arvada residents.
Connect with an Arvada Service Coordinator
Whether you are looking to enroll a loved one in day programming at the Walters Center, navigate a Medicaid waiver, or apply to become a local Host Home provider in Arvada, our intake team is ready to assist you.