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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

Accessibility online, services, and spaces

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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
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Online Resources

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

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Individual & Family Resources

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Individual & Family Resources

STABLE

Independence Starts Here

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Today's Employee Spotlight is for Megan Lupica! She is a support administrator. When asked what she likes about Cuyahoga DD, she says it's the people. Megan feels fortunate to work alongside colleagues from a variety of backgrounds who are always willing to jump in, share ideas, lend a hand, and offer support. "I have also had the privilege of meeting and supporting many wonderful families throughout my time at Cuyahoga DD. Their experiences and perspectives have given me countless opportunities to learn and grow, both personally and professionally," said Megan. Fun fact: she has visited New York City to attend Saturday Night Live three times! Megan has also watched a live taping of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Also during college, her friend appeared on the show Dr. Phil, and Megan had the opportunity to travel to Los Angeles with her friend to experience the behind-the-scenes preparation. #EmployeeSpotlight #BestStaff #CuyahogaDD Image description: Employee Spotlight, Megan Lupica, Support Administrator, with Megan smiling warmly.

Today's Employee Spotlight is for Megan Lupica! She is a support administrator.

When asked what she likes about Cuyahoga DD,...

We invite you to attend an inclusive library event this month with a 2026 Cuyahoga DD Library Facilitator. Library Facilitators are adults with developmental disabilities who engage with the community by co-leading library programming. Sign up below. Grace at Westlake Porter Public Library • October 8, Apple Fest https://ow.ly/RETQ50ZO0L1 Brigid at Parma-Snow Branch Library • October 17, Next Chapter Book Club – Ages 14 and up https://ow.ly/eY8M50ZO0L4 Michael at Maple Heights Branch Library • October 23, Adapted Storytime – ages 3-5 https://ow.ly/G9xu50ZO0L2 Aiden at Middleburg Heights Branch Library • October 30, Little Mozarts Music Club https://ow.ly/PhrQ50ZO0L5 Image description: Library Facilitator Event with an open book.

We invite you to attend an inclusive library event this month with a 2026 Cuyahoga DD Library Facilitator.

Library Facilitators...

Welcome to Cuyahoga DD's TryTech Apartments. This is a special place designed for individuals with developmental disabilities to enjoy their own living experience. Take a look at the cozy living room in TryTech below! Are you thinking about staying here to try out your independence? We’d love to hear from you! Just reach out to your support administrator for more details. Learn more at cuyahogadd.org/services/housing-opportunities. #TryTech #LivingIndependently

Welcome to Cuyahoga DD's TryTech Apartments. This is a special place designed for individuals with developmental disabilities to enjoy their...

Cuyahoga DD wants to recognize the dedication, compassion, and hard work of our staff. We encourage individuals and families served by Cuyahoga DD, provider partners, community members, and fellow employees to highlight our staff who go above and beyond in supporting people with developmental disabilities. Share your story at cuyahogadd.org/staff-shout-out. We will share these stories with our staff and on social media Image description: Cuyahoga DD Staff Shout Outs! Graphic of an open envelope with a note saying Thank you.

Cuyahoga DD wants to recognize the dedication, compassion, and hard work of our staff.

We encourage individuals and families served by...

Cuyahoga DD wants to see you succeed. Visit us for Finding My Way, for fun Try-It activities where you can try new things and see what you like. Explore your options by trying different activities and making choices! Meet new people while thinking about your future. This event is for people served by Cuyahoga DD ages 14 to 22 and their families. Try-It stations for all ages: • Crafting with Art Therapy Studio • Make a boxed meal with HELP Harvest • Express yourself through music with RockAbility • Career Exploration, Pre-Employment Training, and Job Development Opportunities with Goodwill Support for 14 & 15 year olds: • Cuyahoga DD Support Administration presentation • Meet one-on-one with support administrators Thursday, October 8 • 5 - 7 pm • Green Road Center Register at https://ow.ly/VoOU50ZCIn5. Image description: Finding My Way with Cuyahoga DD, For ages 14 - 22; October 8, Green Road Center, 5-7 pm. Join us for fun Try-It activities to discover what you like with local community organizations. Try different things and make choices. Free!

Cuyahoga DD wants to see you succeed. Visit us for Finding My Way, for fun Try-It activities where you can...

In Ohio, every polling location must be accessible to ensure equal access for people with disabilities. The Cuyahoga County Board of Elections has built accessible voting options for you. Learn about voting accessibility features at boe.cuyahogacounty.gov/voters/accessible-voting. Register to vote by October 5. Image description: List highlighting accessible voting options in Cuyahoga County.

In Ohio, every polling location must be accessible to ensure equal access for people with disabilities. The Cuyahoga County Board...

Be a RAD Artist! If you're an artist or creative person with a disability, join Cuyahoga DD's Registry for Artists with Disabilities (RAD) to connect with the art community and other artist in Cuyahoga County. It's free to sign up and RAD artists will get an email newsletter once a month with artist opportunities, including ways to share your art with the community, workshops, exhibition and performance opportunities and more. The RAD is open to artists and creative people of any ability and skill level who: - Create art in any medium - visual art, music, writing, dance, theatre & design - Are 18 years of age or older - Live and work in Cuyahoga County Learn more about RAD and sign up at cuyahogadd.org/resources/community-resources. Image description: RAD!, Registry for Artist with Disabilities against colorful paint on a white brick wall.

Be a RAD Artist! If you're an artist or creative person with a disability, join Cuyahoga DD's Registry for Artists...