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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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A big shout-out to Tricia, Early Intervention Physical Therapist, in today's Employee Spotlight! Tricia shares what she enjoys about working on her team: building meaningful connections with families and empowering them with the knowledge and tools to support their child’s development. "I love being able to celebrate along with a family when their child meets a milestone, whether it is big or little. Being able to share in those moments with families and watch their children make progress is so rewarding and what truly makes this job so special to me," said Tricia. A fun fact about her is that she loves being crafty and trying out new hobbies, even if they don’t always last very long. #EmployeeSpotlight #BestStaff #CuyahogaDD Image description: Employee Spotlight, Tricia Zehentbauer, Physical Therapist, smiling warmly in front of a sunset by a waterfront.

A big shout-out to Tricia, Early Intervention Physical Therapist, in today's Employee Spotlight!

Tricia shares what she enjoys about working...

Congrats to Lisa for making Progressive Field a great place to visit!

Congrats to Lisa for making Progressive Field a great place to visit!

Sometimes, we all crave a little quiet time and space to ourselves, especially when living alone can provide that perfect escape. If you’re looking for ways to make this a reality, there are housing options available for people with developmental disabilities! Explore all the possibilities and find the right fit for you by visiting cuyahogadd.org/services/housing-opportunities.

Sometimes, we all crave a little quiet time and space to ourselves, especially when living alone can provide that perfect...

Less than two weeks to go for the General Election on November 3. Some things to prepare for Election Day: - View a sample ballot online - Write a voting plan on paper or your phone - What supporter is coming with you - Plan how you're getting to your polling location - Schedule Paratransit - Review ADA accessibility features Image description: Graphic urging voters to make a plan with steps to get sample ballots, research candidates, and finalize voting details.

Less than two weeks to go for the General Election on November 3.

Some things to prepare for Election Day:...

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October is Cyber Security Awareness Month. The 2026 theme, “Securing the Next 250,” focuses on building a secure digital future...

North Pointe Ballet will present sensory-friendly performances of The Nutcracker on December 5 in Lorain and December 19 in Berea. Get your tickets now at northpointeballet.org/nutcracker/

North Pointe Ballet will present sensory-friendly performances of The Nutcracker on December 5 in Lorain and December 19 in Berea.

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