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Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities

1275 Lakeside Avenue East
Cleveland, Ohio 44114-1129

216-241-8230 - General Information

216-736-2673 - Eligibility

Mission & Values

Empowering people with developmental disabilities

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Family Support

Resources to help you thrive at home and in the community

Family Supports Program

Our Impact

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Accessibility

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Who We Help

Our organization supports individuals of all ages with developmental disabilities, which encompass a range of conditions resulting from limitations in physical, cognitive, language, or behavioral areas. These conditions typically emerge during a person’s developmental stage, can affect daily functioning, and often persist throughout their lifetime.

The Family Supports Program

The Family Supports Program provides funding for items and programs that enrich your life.

Family Supports Program

Online Resources

Cuyahoga DD and community resources, tools, and information to help you live your best life.

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The Cuyahoga County Division of Senior and Adult Services Northeast Ohio Aging & Disability Summit is September 19. The theme of this year’s Summit is: Building A Brighter Tomorrow Through Livable Communities. Register at hhs.cuyahogacounty.gov/divisions/detail/senior-and-adult-services

The Cuyahoga County Division of Senior and Adult Services Northeast Ohio Aging & Disability Summit is September 19.

The theme...

Does your DSP go above and beyond to support you? Tell us how! ➡ ow.ly/N5aU50WJ8Ni

Does your DSP go above and beyond to support you? Tell us how!

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You’re invited to Advocacy Series: Health Connections! A medical advocacy event for people with developmental disabilities. At the event, you'll hear from peers and medical professionals to learn: - Why training for medical professionals makes a difference in your care - Importance of speaking up for yourself in medical settings - Tips on how to navigate healthcare - Accessing Medicaid provided benefits - And more! Snacks and a universal changing table will be provided. The event is free, registration is needed, and space is limited. Once we fill all the spots, a waitlist will open. Register at surveymonkey.com/r/6X22YTS. #advocates #health #AdvocacySeries Image description: Zachary Fenell wearing a green eye mask and cape with a woman smiling.

You’re invited to Advocacy Series: Health Connections!

A medical advocacy event for people with developmental disabilities.

At the event, you'll...

Cuyahoga DD can be the place for you! Join a team that makes a difference in your community. View all open positions at ow.ly/JLiw50WvwME. #ApplyNow #hiring #career Image description: To the left, two female employee smiling together. To the right, text Cuyahoga DD We are hiring. Make a difference in your community.

Cuyahoga DD can be the place for you! Join a team that makes a difference in your community.

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Give a big hello to Laura in today's Employee Spotlight! She is a Provider Compliance Coordinator. Laura shares one of the many reasons she likes working at Cuyahoga DD, "I enjoy most is meeting the providers in our county who make such a meaningful difference. I value being able to support them by offering education and assistance." A fun fact about Laura is that she loves watching sports, especially football. Fall is her favorite season! #EmployeeSpotlight #BestStaff #employee Image description: To the left, a photo of Laura smiling outdoors. To the right, text Employee Spotlight: Laura Snyder, Provider Compliance Coordinator.

Give a big hello to Laura in today's Employee Spotlight! She is a Provider Compliance Coordinator.

Laura shares one of the...

The next Independent Provider Meet and Greet is on September 3. To meet the IPs, sign up at ow.ly/Vm3K50WJ5mo

The next Independent Provider Meet and Greet is on September 3.

To meet the IPs, sign up at ow.ly/Vm3K50WJ5mo

"The legal clinic will help answer parents’ questions about special education, advocate for Individualized Education Programs and set up special needs trusts for federal benefits like Medicaid, said Sarah Kovit Hanna, executive director of The Positivity Spectrum." Learn more about The Positivity Spectrum Legal Clinic at thepositivityspectrum.org/1307-2.

"The legal clinic will help answer parents’ questions about special education, advocate for Individualized Education Programs and set up special...