Trusted  Intellectual  and Developmental Disability Support Services in OR

Explore Our Disability Support Services in Oregon

Our DSPs provide personalized attendant care for individuals with I/DD, including transportation when mileage reimbursement is available through the client’s ISP and aligned with their approved supports.

Attendant Care

Engaging adult activities build social support via integrated community services. Our day programs foster social skills and community inclusion in a supportive environment.

Day Support Activities

Promoting independent living through DSP supported activities and daily living skills engagement.

Daily Living Skills

Providing essential respite care through compassionate home caregivers. This includes urgent care, in-home respite, and overnight options, giving family caregivers a needed break.

Relief Care

DSPs offer care for I/DD clients, including transport if mileage is approved in the client’s ISP.

Transportation Support

What Clients Say About Our Intellectual and Developmental Support Services

stacy Hinton 1 month ago

Essential Services is a fantastic company. With so many great events for our clients and community to attend.

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Felicia Ramer 1 month ago

Such a wonderful company with such caring staff. 10/10. By the best team I have ever worked for!

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Kayla Brown 1 month ago

Essential Services is an amazing company. They truly care about their clients and staff. Highly recommend!!

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Shawna Vaughn 7 months ago

Our clients do such fun things, here pictured is bunco with prizes and snacks! Then a Hawaiian Luau with dinner and dessert provided! Great company to work for 5 stars!

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Carolyn Clark 7 months ago

They are amazing, provide awesome activities for their clients, they are very supportive of clients and staff

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Luis Straub 7 months ago

Great company to work for and even better with the clients. Also love seeing all the clients at different events

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Robb & Della Gulick 7 months ago

My son was one of their first clients. I was one of their first DSP’s the best company to work for and the best company for their clients.

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Marvin Black Jr. 1 year ago

Doing an awesome job with our kiddo. He likes the bowling trip

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Lisa Vincenty 2 year ago

My son & his domestic partner are clients of Essential Services, and they are hands down the best service company they have been associated with. Essential has made my life as legal guardian, so much easier. They help the “kids” with daily activities & social outings, that keep them busy & connected with the community. I can’t recommend them enough, for special needs adults that need assistance navigating life’s challenges & having a sense of belonging. All of their employees are caring & amazing individuals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the age-range that Essential Services serves?

  Essential Services can provide DSP services for any individual who has an active K-Plan with the State of Oregon, regardless of age.

• What services does Essential Services provide?

  Essential Services offers a range of community support services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). This includes Attendant Care to help with daily tasks, Day Support Activities (DSA) for community engagement, Respite Care for 24 hour overnight support, and Daily Living Skills.

• Which areas of Oregon does Essential Services cover?

  Essential Services is certified to provide services throughout the entire state of Oregon.

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• Can a family member be hired as a care provider through Essential Services?

  Yes, it is possible for a family member to become an official care provider with Essential Services.

  Check out our career opportunities here!

• How does Essential Services coordinate with brokerage and IDD offices?

  At Essential Services, we don’t pass client information directly from case managers to DSPs. Instead, our dedicated Service Coordinator Team bridges the gap between DD Services/Brokerage offices and our DSPs. Service Coordinators work closely with case managers, clients, and DSPs to create strong caregiver matches tailored to each individual’s needs.

  Once a client begins receiving support, our administrative team continues to provide regular progress notes and updates to the case manager, helping ensure the client is meeting their goals and receiving meaningful day-to-day support.