Promoting better health in CT
Health Practitioner Support
The CT Department of Development Services (DDS) helps promote disease prevention and vibrant health. Doctors, nurses, mental health providers, and other practitioners can find resources to help Connecticut patients. We develop best practices for practitioners in:
- Medicine and Nursing
- Dietary and Nutrition
- Dentistry
- Psychology
- Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy
DENTAL SERVICES
Regular Check-ups
The Oral Health and Dental Services Unit works to make sure that everyone who receives services from the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is healthy and happy, including their teeth. They do this by promoting good personal dental habits and regular dental check-ups.
Nursing Resources
Get Support
Find a list of nursing protocol documents for feeding tube placement, fall prevention, and more.
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Find a list of nursing standards for practicum processes, medication administration, and more.
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Access CTDDS Health and Clinical Services presentations.
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Access a list of helpful resources from the Department of Social Services, Health and Human Services, and more.
Commonly Requested Resources and Memos
- Health and Mortality Report
- Health Services and Related Memos
- Health and Clinical Services Helpful Links
- Special Olympics
- Connecticut Dental Health Partnership (CDHP)
- Connecticut Dental Society (CSDA)
- Connecticut Dental Hygiene Society
- Connecticut Oral Health Initiative (COHI)
- American Academy of Developmental Medicine & Dentistry (AADMD)
- Special Care Dentistry Association (SCDA)
- Suction Toothbrushes Guidelines for Nurses