Provides a variety of recreational activities and human services for seniors.

Offers day Services (Monday-Friday) for social or employment development. Transportation provided. Job placement, job development services, job coaching for developmentally / intellectually disabled adults.

Provides 26 supported living residences for adults who have developmental disabilities. Maximum of four people per residence. Geauga County Board of Developmental Disabilities (GCBDD) provides 24-hour in-home support services through contracted providers.

Provides community group homes and other housing options for adults with developmental disabilities. Based on individual needs, qualified staff can provide up to 24-hour supervision, and each resident is supported by a Cuyahoga Department of Developmental Disabilities Support Administrator.

Provides eligibility determination using OEDI or COEDI; other services include needs assessments, development of individual service plans, establishing individual budgets, assistance with provider selection and coordinating services, quality assurance, and emergency intervention.

Provides 73 units of one-bedroom housing (600-1100 square feet).

Provides assistance (phone calls, appointments, etc.) for disabled people dealing with public and private benefit systems and for parents of children dealing with public school systems around disability issues. Will review application filings for Social Security Disability (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and accompany applicants to hearings. This is not legal assistance, although organization has lists of attorneys that can help with filing appeals.

Offers adapted sports activities including, but not limited to: football, baseball, soccer, tennis, golf, and basketball with a 1-on-1 volunteer to participant ratio.

Provides public education through webinars, conferences, inclusion/resource fairs, and public speaking engagements to create awareness that leads to opportunities for the autistic community.

Provides long-term residential services for adolescents and young adults whose primary diagnosis is developmental disability, who may have other multiple handicapped conditions, and who exhibit challenging behaviors. Offers comprehensive training and support programs.

Provides guardianship and other decision-making supports for adults with developmental disabilities who are unable to provide informed consent, represent themselves, or manage their own affairs. Guardianships are for persons declared incompetent by the court and unable to manage their affairs. Will help investigate the need for services for those who feel they may be eligible. Maintains an on-call system for timely responses to emergency medical situations by providing informed consent.

Provides group homes for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Offers residents support, training in daily living skills, and social and recreational activities.

Provides one-on-one support and education, educational seminars, parent training workshops, specialized information and referral, family events, parent resource library with Boardmaker program, and presentations and training for professionals and groups.

Adult Services offers a variety of programs focused on making every day a great day. We serve individuals with developmental disabilities who reside at the Mueller Center. Adult services is supported by our local levy.

Provides transportation for those with developmental disabilities to a variety of activities, including: work, school, medical appointments, activities, adult day programs, day trips, social outings and family visits. Drivers are trained in First Aid/CPR, and are insured to drive specially modified vehicles.

Provides HUD subsidized apartment housing for individuals with developmental disabilities who are low income and able to live independently.

Provides monthly educational webinars to raise awareness, understanding, and acceptance of autism. Professionals and parent panels explore topics that are relevant to parents, professionals, and individuals living with autism spectrum disorder.

Provides adult activity-based and/or vocational rehabilitation (pre-employment training) services to help the client become as independent as possible and to prepare the client to become part of the workforce.

Offers various programs for those with developmental or acquired disabilities.

Provides a link to needed supports and to coordinate services. Assesses individual needs, facilitates development of individual service plans, arranges for services and monitors the provision of those services. Assists families with questions, planning or referrals on subjects such as Social Security, guardianship, Medicaid, waiting lists, etc.

Provides transportation to Lakewood senior centers and to other destinations for medical appointments. When necessary, clients will be escorted into the building or office destination.

Offers a monthly support group for parents and professionals working with school aged children and a monthly support group for adults affected by Asperger Syndrome, High Functioning Autism, Pervasive Development Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (PDD/NOS) and other spectrum disorders. Other activities offered throughout the year for both groups.

Provides guardianship and other decision-making supports for adults with developmental disabilities who are unable to provide informed consent, represent themselves, or manage their own affairs. Guardianships are for persons declared incompetent by the court and unable to manage their affairs. Will help investigate the need for services for those who feel they may be eligible. Maintains an on-call system for timely responses to emergency medical situations by providing informed consent.

Provides customized, assessment-based vocational and transitional services with a focus on each student’s interests, abilities, independent living skills, and personal goals. Program creates opportunities for students to gain valuable work and life experience through employment experiences, exploring career options, volunteer service, and other types of community engagement. Provides curriculum based and hands-on training along with work experience, guest speakers, peer mentors, workplace wellness, and acquiring job search skills.

Offers in- and out-of-home respite care for individuals who are developmentally disabled. Care can be for a matter of hours or days. Limits on the number of times service is provided will vary with the case. If families choose a relative or friend to provide care, this caregiver will be paid by the agency.