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

FAQs

Individual & Family Resources

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Stay up to date with Cuyahoga DD. In our monthly newsletter, we share opportunities, events, and local disability news. 

Read the September e-News at conta.cc/4wcPcAB.

Sign up for future newsletters on our website. 

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Stay up to date with Cuyahoga DD. In our monthly newsletter, we share opportunities, events, and local disability news.

Read...

Join us on Sep. 24 to learn how to vote with confidence. 

Adults with DD, advocates, providers, and family members are invited.

Sign up at ow.ly/QiIo50ZABZf

Join us on Sep. 24 to learn how to vote with confidence.

Adults with DD, advocates, providers, and family members...

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work at provider agencies, getting you the support you need. Do you know a DSP that goes above and beyond in their work? Nominate them for our award at ow.ly/3SEP50ZyIPC

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) work at provider agencies, getting you the support you need. Do you know a DSP that...

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 September 22 at 10 AM at the Maple Heights Branch Library.

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

Image description: Independent Provider Meet & Greet. Sign Up. September 22, 10 AM, Maple Heights Branch 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...

The Northeast Ohio Aging and Disability Summit is an annual professional development and networking experience for professionals who serve older adults and adults with disabilities.

The Summit is on September 18 at Warrensville Heights. 

Register at conta.cc/4fy6WQQ

The Northeast Ohio Aging and Disability Summit is an annual professional development and networking experience for professionals who serve older...

Today at 6pm! Journey Into Adulthood: The Basics of Moving to Adulthood - Tools for Families.

Register below.

Today at 6pm! Journey Into Adulthood: The Basics of Moving to Adulthood - Tools for Families.

Register below.

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 1
• 5 - 7 pm
• Big Creek Center

Thursday, October 8
• 5 - 7 pm
• Green Road Center

Please only register for one day at https://ow.ly/VoOU50ZCIn5.

Image description: Finding My Way with Cuyahoga DD, For ages 14 - 22; October 1, Big Creek Center, 5-7 pm; 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...

Create memories, friendships, and connections at your school with the help of Best Buddies! 

All students can find the place they belong. Learn more in the link in the comments.

Create memories, friendships, and connections at your school with the help of Best Buddies!

All students can find the place...