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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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Individual & Family Resources

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Individual & Family Resources

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An In-Person Town Hall is next week. Join to hear from policymakers. Wed., August 26 at 2 pm at the Parma-Powers Library Branch. Register at bit.ly/4cNx21W Brought to you by the Disability Rights Ohio, LEAP Cleveland, and Services for Independent Living, Inc. (SIL).

An In-Person Town Hall is next week. Join to hear from policymakers.

Wed., August 26 at 2 pm at the...

Happy Senior Citizen Day! Today, and every day, we show our appreciation for the amazing senior citizens with DD in our community. Cuyahoga DD supports seniors in ensuring their safety and well-being. While supporting them to live, learn, and play at any age. #SeniorCitizenDay #SeniorCitizen Image description: Elderly man in a black jacket sitting and smiling, with National Senior Citizens Day text.

Happy Senior Citizen Day! Today, and every day, we show our appreciation for the amazing senior citizens with DD in...

The next sensory hour at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium is on Saturday, August 22!

The next sensory hour at the Greater Cleveland Aquarium is on Saturday, August 22!

Tomorrow is the Ohio Disability Policy Candidates Forum 2026. Join to hear from officials running for public office about their plans for the Ohio disability community. Ticket link in the comments.

Tomorrow is the Ohio Disability Policy Candidates Forum 2026.

Join to hear from officials running for public office about their...

The Arc and AT&T offer free digital skills training for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The training uses simple language and practical lessons to support different learning styles and needs. Participants will learn skills: • How to use computers, mobile devices, and video conferencing • How to navigate websites and search engines • How to stay safe online, including passwords, fraud, and scams • And more Whether you want to improve your own skills or share resources with your community, this training helps people feel more confident using technology and participating fully in everyday life. Learn more at thearc.org/our-initiatives/digital-literacy. Image description: Girl sitting on a comfortable armchair and using a smartphone.

The Arc and AT&T offer free digital skills training for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The training uses simple...