Dedicated to empathy-based support for indepenDENT living

Kam Kare provides support to individuals who are clients of the Developmental Disabilities Community Services (DDCS) and are 18 years of age or older. 

Kam Kare provides Supported Living services to clients in accordance with WAC 388-101D and the DDCS Service Contract. Services are person-centered, based on assessed need, and delivered in a manner that supports clients to live safely and successfully in their own homes and communities. 

Each client’s services are tailored to their Individual Instructional Support Plan (IISP) and are designed to promote independence, choice, dignity, and community integration while ensuring health and safety. 

All services are guided by the following DDA residential principles: 

1.7.1  Health and Safety: Services support the individual’s physical, emotional, and behavioral health and ensure protection from harm, abuse, neglect, and exploitation. 

1.7.2  Personal Power and Choice: Individuals are supported to make informed decisions about their lives, services, and daily activities. 

1.7.3  Competence and Self-Reliance: Services promote skill development, independence, and self-sufficiency to the greatest extent possible. 

1.7.4  Positive Recognition by Self and Others: Supports foster self-esteem, dignity, and respect within the community. 

1.7.5  Positive Relationships: Individuals are supported to develop and maintain meaningful relationships of their choosing. 

1.7.6  Integration into the Physical and Social Community: Services support full participation in community life consistent with individual preferences. 

Kam Kare provides support to individuals in King County.

ABOUT US

Welcome to Kam Kare. We are committed to providing support and integrated services that empower individuals with developmental disabilities to live meaningful lives. Our philosophy is grounded in dignity, respect, and safety, and everything we do is guided by our Vision, Mission, Values, and the belief that both our clients and employees must be empowered to succeed. 

Kam Kare envisions a world where individuals with developmental disabilities live happy, healthy, safe, meaningful and productive lives, free from barriers that could prevent living their best possible life.

To promote healthy community living, empower individuals to pursue their dreams, while overcoming obstacles, and build healthy, meaningful connections for every person we serve. To provide comfort, peace and purpose to the lives of our clients by providing superior quality and unparalleled customer service in all aspects of our business. We believe each employee contributes to the success and growth of KAM KARE, as does KAM KARE contributes to the lives of our employees and their families.  

Kam Kare’s work is guided by the following core beliefs; Respect and Dignity, Community and Relationships, Diversity and Inclusion, Communication and Trust, Safe & Supportive Environment, Empowered Clients and Excellence:

  • Every person is valued, respected, and treated with dignity. 

  • Everyone has the right to live an independent and meaningful life. 

  • Lives are enriched through the support and involvement of family, friends, volunteers, the community, and healthcare partners. 

  • Barriers are removed through awareness, public education, and collaborative partnerships. 

  • Communities thrive when individuals have the opportunity to grow into contributing citizens. 

  • Diversity is embraced, respected, and celebrated. 

  • Discovering and supporting each person’s dreams and goals is a priority. 

  • Open and honest communication fosters trust, understanding, and commitment. 

  • Growth and development occur best in safe, respectful, caring, and supportive environments. 

  • Everyone has the right to be fully informed and make choices about their own life. 

  • We are committed to empowering our clients by providing the support, guidance, and opportunities they need to live fulfilling lives.

  • Together, we strive for excellence in all that we do. 

Developmental Disability Support Assessment

King County Developmental Disabilities (DDECSD) – Local Program
King County’s Developmental Disabilities and Early Childhood Supports (DDECSD) team can connect you with services for children (prenatal to age 5), families, transition-age youth, and adults with developmental disabilities. They can also refer you to community-based organizations and providers.

  • Phone: 206‑263‑0853 (TTY Relay 711)

  • Email: ddecsd@kingcounty.gov

  • Mailing address: 625 Andover Park West, Suite 200, Tukwila, WA 98188

  • Office hours: Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

  • Interpretation services: Available; when calling, say your language (e.g., “Spanish”) then “Interpreter” in English

  • 211 King County
    For immediate help finding resources, call 2‑1‑1 or 1‑800‑621‑4636 (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.) for language interpretation in over 155 languages

Next steps:

  • If you are in King County and want a local assessment, start with DDECSD or Community Information & Outreach.

  • If you need a formal state-level assessment, contact DDA.

  • Bring any relevant medical, educational, or diagnostic documentation to support your case.

These agencies can guide you through eligibility, connect you to providers, like Kam Kare, and help you access the right support for your needs.