Developmental disability services · Nampa, Idaho

Every person deserves a meaningful, self‑directed life.

Waypoint Developmental Center provides person-centered services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, building independence, connection, and purpose at our center, at home, and in the community.

Explore our services (208) 590-9001
  • Adults & children
  • Medicaid accepted
  • Center, home & community
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“A point of reference that helps us know where we are and where we want to go.”

Waypoint, defined

Who we are

Helping people know where they are and where they want to go.

We believe every individual deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, self-directed life. Waypoint provides person-centered services for individuals of all ages and abilities, supporting people with developmental disabilities as they build independence, connection, and purpose within their communities.

At Waypoint, we empower individuals to thrive by collaborating with community partners and delivering person-centered services that promote independence, broaden opportunities, and unlock limitless potential.

Independence
Skills for daily living, self-help, and communication that open up more choices.
Connection
Friendships, socialization, and a real place in the community.
Purpose
Goals that belong to the person, and a team committed to reaching them.

Our services

Support for every stage of life

From early intervention for children to day programs and in-home support for adults, every service starts with the person: their goals, their strengths, and the life they want to live.

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For adults

  • Adult Developmental Therapy

    Building skills for daily living, socialization, self-help, communication, and greater independence.

  • Adult Day Health

    Supervised activities for socialization and recreation, from bowling and field trips to crafts and dances.

  • Residential Habilitation

    24-hour in-home support for adults authorized for High, Intense, or Hourly supported living.

For children and teens

How we work

Person-centered, evidence-based, and never one-size-fits-all.

Our highly trained and degreed staff work as one team with each person, their family, and their community, so every skill learned at Waypoint carries over into everyday life.

  • Person-centered

    Services are planned around each person's goals, strengths, and needs, never a one-size-fits-all program.

  • Evidence-based

    Intervention staff teach through evidence-based practices and document progress on every goal.

  • A team approach

    We collaborate with families, teachers, therapists, and clinicians so everyone works toward the same goals.

  • Culture sensitive

    We respect each family's culture, values, and way of life, and build services that fit them.

  • Rooted in community

    We partner with the community so people practice skills where life actually happens.

  • Trained & supervised

    Staff complete certifications such as CPR, First Aid, and de-escalation, with regular clinical supervision.

Getting started

Four waypoints from first question to first session

Idaho's developmental disability services are funded through Medicaid. Here's the path most families follow, and we're glad to help at every step.

  1. Step 1: Apply for Idaho Medicaid

    Income isn't necessarily a disqualifier. Let Medicaid know your family member has a disability and may need a medical review.

  2. Step 2: Apply for DD services

    Adults apply through the Bureau of Developmental Disability Services (BDDS). For children, an application for Children's Services is submitted and a case manager is assigned.

  3. Step 3: Choose Waypoint

    Let your service coordinator or case manager know you'd like Waypoint as your developmental disabilities agency (DDA).

  4. Step 4: Build a plan together

    We complete assessments, set goals with you, and begin services at our center, at home, or in the community.

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For families

You don't have to figure it out alone.

Medicaid applications, assessments, and eligibility reviews can feel overwhelming. If you still need a diagnosis or an evaluation, we can help you find medical professionals in our area, then walk with you through what comes next.

  • Clear answers about eligibility for adults and children
  • Help connecting with evaluations and documentation
  • Services at our center, in your home, or out in the community
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Careers at Waypoint

Find purpose in work that helps others grow.

We're hiring interventionists, direct support professionals, and developmental specialists in Nampa. We'll help you get certified, with paid training, regular supervision, and full- or part-time day shifts.

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Visit or call

We're on Midland Boulevard in Nampa.