Association of Public & Private

Developmental Disabilities Administrators

Our Mission. . .

The Association of Public and Private Developmental Disabilities Administrators (APDDA) is a not-for-profit professional organization founded in 1970 in the State of Washington. We represent facilities across the United States.  APDDA is the only national organization that focuses on the unique issues of administrators of public and private ICF/MR programs.  APDDA also provides support for other individuals with interests in the field of intellectual and other developmental disabilities. The Association supports the continuous improvement of a comprehensive array of individual and accessible services designed to enhance the quality of life for persons with intellectual disabilities and other developmental disabilities.

What we do. . .

The primary purpose of the Association is to address the needs of people with intellectual disabilities and other developmental disabilities. Our focus and efforts include:

·    Member education and information services

·    Promotion and recognition of excellence in service management and delivery

·    Development of member networks and other supports

·    Representation of members’ views through advocacy efforts

·    Promotion and recognition of research in intellectual disabilities and other developmental disabilities

·    Public education and awareness

Vision for the Future. . .

APDDA envisions a future in which it is known as an important professional association, making significant contributions to the field of intellectual disabilities and developmental disabilities in the following specific areas:

·    Advocacy:  Increased involvement and participation in development of standards and regulations.

·    Collaboration:  Increased involvement with other organizations in the field.

·    Education:  Personal and professional development of members, professional development of others in the field, expansion of the Association’s publication options.

·    Management:  Continuous examination of the organization, structure and management of the Association to ensure responsiveness to its mission while maintaining its voluntary nature.

·    Marketing:  Recognition and marketing of the role of public and private ICF/MR residential programs within a comprehensive array of service delivery  and marketing professional expertise.