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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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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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Today's Employee Spotlight is for Joe Carroll, Budget & Accounting Supervisor. Joe shares, "I love the mission and the people I work with. It's a privilege to be able to spend our time helping people. I love watching the big picture come together as we each work on our unique piece of the puzzle." Fun fact: Joe is an avid thrifter and music lover. His vinyl record collection is in the thousands! Joe started building it back when records were a quarter at the thrift stores. #EmployeeSpotlight #BestStaff #CuyahogaDD Image description: Employee Spotlight, Joe Carroll, Budgeting & Accounting Supervisor, with Joe smiling warmly.

Today's Employee Spotlight is for Joe Carroll, Budget & Accounting Supervisor.

Joe shares, "I love the mission and the people I...

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Wishing a meaningful fast to everyone observing Yom Kippur.

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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...

Earlier in the month, Cuyahoga DD connected with the region's college students at College Fest 2026! College Fest, hosted by the Cleveland Talent Alliance at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, brought together college students and local businesses and organizations to explore future career opportunities. Cuyahoga DD spoke to students about roles within the Board and with disability providers. As well as how degrees in nursing, social services, and psychology can be a career path into disability services. Want to learn more about an internship at Cuyahoga DD? Visit https://www.cuyahogadd.org/careers-at-cuyahoga-dd/internships. Greater Cleveland Partnership Image description: Staff member at the resource table speaking to a student inside the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Earlier in the month, Cuyahoga DD connected with the region's college students at College Fest 2026!

College Fest, hosted 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 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...

Meet the Scharfenort family, who worked with Cuyahoga DD's Early Intervention and Family Support Program staff to support their child's development right at home!

Meet the Scharfenort family, who worked with Cuyahoga DD's Early Intervention and Family Support Program staff to support their child's...