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(10.9) Does the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) have forms in other languages?

(10.9) Does the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) have forms in other languages?

DDS has these forms in other languages:

Fair Hearing Process Brochure — This brochure tells you about your right to appeal and explains fair hearing procedures.

Notice of Proposed Action DS 1803 — The regional center would fill out this form to tell you about an action it wants to take that affects your services. It tells you about your right to appeal. It also lists contact information for OCRA, the State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD), and Disability Rights California.

Notification of Resolution DS 1804 — Use this form if you resolve your issues and do not need a hearing.

Fair Hearing Request DS 1805 — Use this form when you want to have an informal meeting, mediation, or a fair hearing.

You can find these forms on the DDS website: http://www.dds.ca.gov/transparency/dds-forms/.

IMPORTANT: These forms may change after March 1, 2023. Please check DDS’s website for the most up-to-date information. Here is a link to DDS’s website about the appeals process: https://www.dds.ca.gov/general/appeals-complaints-comments/fair-hearings-complaint-process/