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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

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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
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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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The Cleveland Monsters Sensory Awareness Night is on Wednesday, February 25. Presented by Our Lady of the Wayside. Buy tickets at: clevelandmonsters.com/schedule/home #CleMonsters #hockey #SensoryNight Image description: Top view of an ice hockey faceoff with players and a referee on an ice rink.

The Cleveland Monsters Sensory Awareness Night is on Wednesday, February 25.

Presented by Our Lady of the Wayside. Buy tickets...

Cuyahoga DD presents the 2026 Advocacy Series. Join Cleveland VOTES and advocates for Voting and Accessibility. The event is on Friday, March 20, at the Ellenwood Center in Bedford, from 10 AM to 12 PM. Together, we will watch "Accessibility and the Ballot," a documentary film about voting with a disability. Learn why every vote counts. After the movie, a panel of voters with disabilities and advocates will share information and answer your questions. This event is designed for adults with developmental disabilities, family members, caregivers, advocates, and providers. Bring your Ohio ID if you want to register to vote at the event. A light lunch will be provided. Sign up for free at surveymonkey.com/r/BBYL7KT. #OhioVoters #vote #accessibility Image description: Cuyahoga DD Advocacy Series, Voting and Accessibility, March 20, with a man in a wheelchair handing in his ballot.

Cuyahoga DD presents the 2026 Advocacy Series. Join Cleveland VOTES and advocates for Voting and Accessibility.

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The Connecting for Kids 2026 Resource Fairs are this March. Find resources related to mental health, academics, disabilities, and more. View full details and register at connectingforkids.org/resource-fairs

The Connecting for Kids 2026 Resource Fairs are this March.

Find resources related to mental health, academics, disabilities, and more.

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LEAP Cleveland has launched five new Peer Support groups! LEAP’s Peer Support groups are a space for people with disabilities to give and receive support. Each group is facilitated by a trained LEAP staff member with experience in the group’s subject matter. All meetings will be held on Zoom. Learn more at leapinfo.org/services/living-independently/peer-support

LEAP Cleveland has launched five new Peer Support groups!

LEAP’s Peer Support groups are a space for people with disabilities...

Ramadan Mubarak to all who observe, from your friends at Cuyahoga DD. May this month bring peace and joy to all. Image description: Ramadan Mubarak with a graphic of fanous and stars.

Ramadan Mubarak to all who observe, from your friends at Cuyahoga DD.

May this month bring peace and joy to all....

Are you passionate about reading and meeting new people? Do you want to help create an inclusive community environment? If so, apply to become a Library Facilitator. We’re seeking individuals with developmental disabilities aged 18 and up in Cuyahoga County to join this meaningful, paid, and contracted position. Applicants should feel comfortable speaking and sharing ideas with both individuals and groups. Apply by March 1 at 5 pm. Learn more about the position and apply at cuyahogadd.org/resources/advocacy-resources. #library #LibraryFacilitator #CuyahogaCounty Image description: Two Polaroid pictures of a group of Library Facilitators and two people sitting in front of a group of people. White text, Library Facilitators Apply Now.

Are you passionate about reading and meeting new people? Do you want to help create an inclusive community environment? If...