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Empowering people with developmental disabilities

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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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Congratulations Peter! Cheers to 1,000 Guardians games and a new wheelchair! 

#Guards #GuardsBall

Congratulations Peter! Cheers to 1,000 Guardians games and a new wheelchair!

#Guards #GuardsBall

Enroll now open for free one-on-one tutoring for students with IEPs through Learning Aid Ohio.

Learning Aid Ohio connects families with qualified tutors to provide personalized learning support.

Learn more and apply at learningaidohio.org/become-a-learner/

Enroll now open for free one-on-one tutoring for students with IEPs through Learning Aid Ohio.

Learning Aid Ohio connects families with...

Independent providers (IP) are self-employed. They directly provide services to people with developmental disabilities. 

To meet an IP that can support you in Cuyahoga County, join our IP Meet and Greet on May 5 at 10 AM at the Parma-Snow Branch Library.

Sign up for the in-person meeting at cuyahogadd.org/resources/individual-family-resources/find-a-provider.

#MeetAndGreet #IndependentProviders #providers

Image description: Independent Provider Meet & Greet. Sign Up. May 5, 10 AM, Parma-Snow Library. Two different pairs of people together.

Independent providers (IP) are self-employed. They directly provide services to people with developmental disabilities.

To meet an IP that can...

People First of Ohio and A Place 2B ME invite you to meet in person! 

Meet other advocates to discuss disability related topics.

See you on April 28 at the UMC of Brook Park.

People First of Ohio and A Place 2B ME invite you to meet in person!

Meet other advocates to discuss...

In today's Employee Spotlight, say hello to Jenn. She is a Forensic Liason. 

Jenn shares, "I appreciate being a part of the forensics team where experience and knowledge are valued."

In her free time, Jenn likes to spend time outside enjoying a variety of activities. 

#EmployeeSpotlight #BestStaff #CuyahogaDD

Image description: Employee Spotlight: Jenn Schumm, Forensic Liason, smiling.

In today's Employee Spotlight, say hello to Jenn. She is a Forensic Liason.

Jenn shares, "I appreciate being a part...

Cuyahoga DD, with Cuyahoga County Public Library and Cleveland Public Library, presents Connect & Play Days. 

Caregivers and their children ages 5 and under can play with FamilySpace to meet, learn, share, and grow. Trained staff can help you find resources and support.

Garfield Heights Library - CCPL
5409 Turney Rd.
• Tuesday, April 21
• 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
or 
• Thursday, May 7
• 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Woodland Library - CPL
5906 Woodland Ave.
• Tuesday, April 28
• 10 am - 1 pm

Get a mini travel sensory kit from Cuyahoga DD staff. 

No registration is required. Stop by any time. Refreshments provided. Questions? Contact Community.Development@CuyahogaDD.org.

#FamilySpace #library #FamilyFun

image description: Connect & Play Days At the Library, For kids 5 & Under and Caregivers. Garfield Heights - April 21, May 7, Woodland - April 28. Play is an important part of learning and development. Join us at the library to connect and play! Free! No need to register.

Cuyahoga DD, with Cuyahoga County Public Library and Cleveland Public Library, presents Connect & Play Days.

Caregivers and their children...