IDDEAS Program

The Denver Human Services IDDEAS Program manages local taxpayer dollars dedicated to funding services and supports for Denver residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. IDDEAS stands for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Equitable Access to Services.

We strive to make Denver an inclusive community where people with I/DD feel welcome, valued and empowered to live the lives they envision for themselves.

Intellectual and developmental disabilities (or I/DD) is a term often used to describe differences in a person’s brain, and how those differences show up in their life. For many people, these differences, also recognized as disabilities, are part of their daily life, but do not define them.

IDDEAS Program Rules Revision

Denver Human Services (DHS) is updating the IDDEAS program rules to clarify existing eligibility requirements and remove the age limit for individuals who qualify as Denver residents by being under DHS custody or guardianship. The proposed revisions are available below for public review and comment through Friday, September 11. Please use the feedback form linked below to submit feedback on the proposed changes. DHS appreciates all input, though we may not be able to incorporate every suggestion.

Los Servicios Humanos de Denver (DHS) están actualizando las reglas del programa IDDEAS para aclarar los requisitos de elegibilidad existentes y eliminar el límite de edad para las personas que califican como residentes de Denver por estar bajo la custodia o la tutela de DHS. Las revisiones propuestas están disponibles a continuación (en nuestro sitio web) para su revisión y comentario público hasta el viernes 11 de septiembre de 2026. Utilice este formulario para enviar sus comentarios sobre los cambios propuestos. DHS agradece todos los aportes, aunque es posible que no podamos incorporar todas las sugerencias.

Proposed Revisions

Rules Revision Documents

Feedback Form

Feedback Form for IDDEAS Program Rules Revision

Community: IDDEAS Mill Levy Impact Report 2017-2024

We’re excited to share Community: the IDDEAS Mill Levy Impact Report 2017-2024. Download the report (English(PDF, 21MB) / Spanish(PDF, 18MB)), or learn more on our Resources and Publications page.

About Us - IDDEAS Program

We engage the community to fund services and supports that increase equity, access, and inclusion for Denver residents with I/DD.

IDDEAS Programs & Initiatives

Our programs improve quality of life for Denver residents with I/DD in many ways. Learn more about our services and our partners.

IDDEAS Advisory Council

Through our Advisory Council, we collect feedback from Denver residents who have experience with I/DD. Learn more about the council and how to engage or contribute.

Resources and Publications

We are dedicated to research and transparency. Learn more about us and the people we serve through reports, needs assessments and other publications.

Funding Opportunities - IDDEAS

Do you have a service or program that could benefit the I/DD community? Check to see if IDDEAS has open requests for proposals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Read answers to frequently asked questions about IDDEAS, I/DD, how eligibility for our programs is determined, and more.

Language and Disability Access

It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please email DHSADASupport@denvergov.org with three business days’ notice.

Protect Our Community

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) are at increased risk of abuse, neglect and exploitation.

If you suspect a child or at-risk adult is the victim of abuse, neglect or exploitation, call (720) 944-3000.

News

Barriers, Solutions to Address Housing Needs for People with I/DD

Published on October 17, 2024

Denver Human Services (DHS) released a timely landlords and builders assessment in partnership with The Kelsey, a national nonprofit advancing affordable, accessible, and inclusive housing, also known as “disability-forward” housing. The report outlines barriers to housing people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and recommendations to address these barriers.

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Contact Us

Questions? Email the IDDEAS Program at iddeas@denvergov.org or call 720-944-2782.