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Washington State ABLE (WA ABLE) and the Developmental Disabilities Endowment Trust Fund (DDETF) are savings programs for people with disabilities. Learn more about the benefits of each program and how they can be used together to assist your family.

Washington State ABLE Savings Plan

The Washington State ABLE (Acheiving a Better Life Experience) Savings Plan helps people with disabilities save and invest money for qualified disability expenses that support health, independence and quality of life. Funds can be used for expenses such as housing, education, transportation, employment supports, assistive technology, health care and basic living expenses.

WA ABLE brochures are available in English and Spanish.

WA ABLE Fact Sheet

Website: washingtonstateable.com

Developmental Disabilities Endowment Trust Fund

The Developmental Disabilities Endowment Trust Fund (DDETF) allows eligible Washington residents with developmental disabilities to save and invest money without affecting eligibility for state or federal programs. The pooled special needs trust can help pay for current and future needs, including education, transportation, health care and other expenses that support and enhance quality of life.  

DDETF brochures are available in English and Spanish.

Website: ddetf.wa.gov

Compare the Programs

Washington State ABLE and the Developmental Disabilities Endowment Trust Fund offer different ways to save for the needs of people with disabilities. Use the comparison below to see how the programs differ and help determine which option — or combination of options — may fit your needs.

DDETF and ABLE Comparison PDF (English)

DDETF and ABLE Comparison PDF (Spanish)