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DELAWARE
BLast verified 2026-07-03
Deadlines reflect this state’s rules as researched; they can change — always confirm the current deadline with your state agency or Protection & Advocacy office before relying on it.
HOW TO GET SERVICES & APPEAL IN DELAWARE
How services are run
State agency
Your service plan
Individualized Service Plan (ISP)
Self-direction
Self-Directed Services
If you get denied
Deadline to appeal
90 days from your Notice of Action (general); written notice of the DDDS decision (DD track)
Keep services during appeal
File within 10 days
- DD track (optional): DDDS internal Appeals Committee review (not a prerequisite)
- Request a DSS Medicaid Fair Hearing at any point up to 90 days following receipt of the written DDDS decision (or general Notice of Action)
- Fair hearing before a DMMA/DSS Hearing Officer
- MCO members: complete the plan's internal appeal, then request a State Fair Hearing within 120 days of the MCO appeal-resolution notice
KEY AGENCIES & RESOURCES
Protection & Advocacy
Disabilities Law Program (Community Legal Aid Society, Inc.)
NOTABLE WAIVERS
DDDS Lifespan Waiver
SourceChildren and adults with developmental disabilities living in the community.
Waitlist: Delaware combined its DD waivers into Lifespan; verify enrollment timing with DDDS.
Diamond State Health Plan Plus (managed LTSS)
SourceSeniors and adults with physical disabilities needing long-term services.
Waitlist: Entitlement-style managed care; apply through DMMA.
