Apply for The Arc Baltimore’s Services

I. First, before an individual can begin The Arc Baltimore’s application process to receive ongoing services, an individual needs to have applied for and been approved for funding through the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA). Information and DDA applications can be obtained at DDA’s website:

DDA Website
DDA Application
DDA Application (in Spanish)

II. If you are eligible for funding from the DDA, you should be assigned a coordinator of community services (CCS) who will assist you in accessing services. The CCS, applicant, or applicant’s family member can contact Bob Fonte in The Arc’s Outreach Department at 410-296-2272, ext. 5310 to learn about The Arc’s services or how to apply to The Arc Baltimore. The Arc Baltimore outreach staff can assist you with information about DDA and services at The Arc Baltimore.

The Arc Baltimore Application (English)
The Arc Baltimore Application (Large type)
The Arc Baltimore Application (Spanish)

III. Email the completed application for The Arc Baltimore’s services to Bob Fonte.

Apply for Respite Care services:

Access more information and the application on our Respite Care page.

Apply for Low-Intensity Support Services (LISS):

• Find out more about LISS funding (formerly Rolling Access)
• Applicant and Family Reference Guide | Review FAQs
• Complete Random Selection Application