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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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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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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...

Happy Lunar New Year! Today marks the start of the year for many cultures that follow the lunisolar calendar. We wish you and your families prosperity, health, and happiness in the Year of the Horse. #LunarNewYear #SpringFestival #YearOfTheHorse Image description: Happy Lunar New Year 2026, Year of the Horse, with a graphic of a red horse with flowers.

Happy Lunar New Year! Today marks the start of the year for many cultures that follow the lunisolar calendar.

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February 16 is Presidents Day. Cuyahoga DD will be closed today in observance of the holiday. Image description: Presidents Day with the USA flag.

February 16 is Presidents Day. Cuyahoga DD will be closed today in observance of the holiday.

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Do you know that Cuyahoga DD offers housing options if you are trying to live independently? At the TryTech Apartments in Lakewood, you can test out living by yourself. Check out the bedroom and bathroom areas in the video. Learn more about this housing opportunity at https://www.cuyahogadd.org/services/housing-opportunities. #TryTech #IndependentLiving #housing

Do you know that Cuyahoga DD offers housing options if you are trying to live independently?

At the TryTech Apartments in...

Heights Libraries Express-a-Story, led by Youth Librarian Louise Lakh, opens communication to all. The American Sign Language storytimes explore inclusive language in the community. #library #ASL #HeightsLibrary

Heights Libraries Express-a-Story, led by Youth Librarian Louise Lakh, opens communication to all.

The American Sign Language storytimes explore inclusive...

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Will you be our valentine? Happy Valentine's Day.

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Thank you, North Pointe Ballet, for the highlight. We are proud to support your community efforts. Check out all North Pointe does at northpointeballet.org/

Thank you, North Pointe Ballet, for the highlight. We are proud to support your community efforts.

Check out all North...