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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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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 Ohio Olmstead Task Force Ohio Disability Policy Candidates Forum 2026 is on Thursday, August 20. You will hear directly from candidates about their plans for the disability community. More details at bit.ly/OhioDisabilityPolicyForum

The Ohio Olmstead Task Force Ohio Disability Policy Candidates Forum 2026 is on Thursday, August 20.

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Connecting for Kids invites you to an inclusive race for every pace! Embrace the Pace 5K is a one-mile run/walk/roll and kids’ race that welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. Use the code CCBDD26K for $5 off the kids' race. Saturday, August 22 9 -11 am Liberty Playground, Independence

Connecting for Kids invites you to an inclusive race for every pace!

Embrace the Pace 5K is a one-mile run/walk/roll...

Save the date for the Cuyahoga DD Annual Family & Provider Resource Expo! On October 24, meet agency and independent providers, and community partners. Get a close-up look at the many resources available to you in Cuyahoga County. The Expo is free for individuals and families supported by Cuyahoga DD. Registration to come. Image description: Left side, text, Save the Date Cuyahoga DD Annual Family & Provider Resource Expo. Event details Date - Saturday, October 24, 2026; Time - 10 AM-2 PM; Location - Embassy Suites Independence. On the right, a person speaking to a resource table.

Save the date for the Cuyahoga DD Annual Family & Provider Resource Expo!

On October 24, meet agency and independent...

The Ohio Sales Tax Holiday is this Friday through Sunday.

The Ohio Sales Tax Holiday is this Friday through Sunday.

Stay up to date with Cuyahoga DD. In our monthly newsletter, we share opportunities, events, and local disability news. Read the August e-News at conta.cc/4biTC1j. Sign up for future newsletters on our website. Image description: e-News, Cuyahoga DD August 2026 Newsletter. Updates, opportunities, events & more! with a mural wall view.

Stay up to date with Cuyahoga DD. In our monthly newsletter, we share opportunities, events, and local disability news.

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Cuyahoga DD will be joining the fun at the Cuyahoga County Fair from August 11 - 16! Visit us every day of the Fair near the Grandstand restrooms. Stop by to learn more about services from our staff, chat with Good Life Ambassadors, and get a free giveaway! Cuyahoga DD add-on spaces: - Universal Changing Station, Aug. 11 &12 - Mobile Sensory Space, Aug. 13 & 14 We will be sharing universal changing table support with Momentum Refresh. They will be providing their Mobile Restroom from August 13 - 16. We can't wait to see you at the Cuyahoga County Fair and make your experience more accessible! Image description: Lively fairground scene with a Ferris wheel, food stalls, and a crowd.

Cuyahoga DD will be joining the fun at the Cuyahoga County Fair from August 11 - 16!

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Synergy-Ohio registration is now open! The conference takes place at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions on September 30 - October 2. Full details at synergyohio.org/ Synergy Ohio brings people together to support the disability community.

Synergy-Ohio registration is now open! The conference takes place at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions on September 30 - October 2.

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