WDDS (Woodstock and District Developmental Services) is a non-profit charitable organization that has been providing opportunities and supports for people with developmental disabilities in Oxford County since 1959. The organization began over 50 years ago when a group of caring and dedicated people had a vision that people with developmental disabilities should be welcomed and included in their community. These founding members began an organizational culture that recognized the importance of volunteerism and community partnerships that have continued to grow and develop over the years in response to the needs and wishes of people with a developmental disability.

WDDS Value Statements are:

• Respect and Dignity:
  As all people have the right to be valued and treated with respect and dignity, so each person has a duty to extend those rights to others.
• Community Participation:
  People will have opportunities to actively participate in and fully contribute to their community. 
• Independence:
  People will be supported in the least restrictive environment and will be able to exercise choice in and control over all decisions that affect their lives. 
• Relationships:
  People will have opportunities to develop and maintain mutual relationships and friendships of their choice.   
• Quality:
  People will receive the best possible supports which are individualized and measurable and which are within the resources available.
• Personal Growth: 
  People will have lifelong opportunities and support to grow and develop to their maximum potential.
• Equality:
  We strive to ensure that all people are treated equally and without prejudice.

Through advocacy and public education WDDS will continue to strive for inclusion as we seek to play our part in achieving our Vision of “a community where everybody belongs.”

WDDS is an Accredited organization having received a three (3) year (March 2009-March 2012) certificate of Accreditation from FOCUS Standards for Human Services Agencies.

WDDS Brochure