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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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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...

Explore a vibrant and inclusive event happening near you! Our Online Resource Guide shows lots of events uniquely made for your interests and needs. Every event listed focuses on accessibility and inclusivity, welcoming people with developmental disabilities of all ages to participate fully and enjoy! Join in celebrating diversity and community connection. 📍 https://ow.ly/5AC550Y6uvN #InclusiveEvents #events #OnlineResourceGuide Image description: Online Resource Guide, Inclusive Events, September. Make A Craft in a calendar view

Explore a vibrant and inclusive event happening near you! Our Online Resource Guide shows lots of events uniquely made for...

Want to feel more connected to your community? We Thrive Together Ohio has you covered! Join an upcoming event.

Want to feel more connected to your community? We Thrive Together Ohio has you covered! Join an upcoming event.

Provider and community organizations are invited to the Cuyahoga DD Annual Family & Provider Resource Expo! Share your resources with the individuals and families Cuyahoga DD supports. Providers must be DODD-certified, and community organizations must support people in Cuyahoga County to have a table. Table fees are payable by check only: $100 for agency/community organizations and $50 for independent providers. Saturday, October 24 10 am - 2 pm Embassy Suites Independence 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd N. Independence 44131 Registration is required at https://ow.ly/rKSX50ZyEMo. Image description: Text, Cuyahoga DD Annual Family & Provider Resource Expo. Saturday, October 24, Time 10 am - 2 pm, Location Embassy Suites Independence, Table Fee $100 agency/community organizations; $50 IP.

Provider and community organizations are invited to the Cuyahoga DD Annual Family & Provider Resource Expo! Share your resources with...

The Cuyahoga DD Annual Family & Provider Resource Expo registration is open! We invite the individuals and families we support to attend and learn about the many disability resources available in Cuyahoga County. Saturday, October 24 10 am - 2 pm Embassy Suites Independence 5800 Rockside Woods Blvd N. Independence 44131 Registration is at https://ow.ly/rKSX50ZyEMo. The Expo is open to all ages and is free. Image description: Text, Cuyahoga DD Annual Family & Provider Resource Expo. Saturday, October 24, Time 10 am - 2 pm, Location Embassy Suites Independence.

The Cuyahoga DD Annual Family & Provider Resource Expo registration is open!

We invite the individuals and families we support to...