Provides a calm and welcoming environment for children with special needs and their families to visit the Easter Bunny. Special helpers from the Autism Society of Greater Akron will be on hand to greet participants when they arrive and to provide crafts and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Light refreshments will be served.

Service and Support Administration is a required service for all county boards of developemental disabilities. This service must be provided in Ohio when a person requests the service, and is found eligible. Service and Support associates (SSA's) is another name for case manager. SSA's serve the primary point of coordination, and work closely with individuals and families to identify needs and obtain supports necessary to meet those needs. SSA's then develop an Individual Service Plan (ISP) to address needs and outline services that will be provided. ISP's describe the person's needs, abilities, skills, what is important to/ for the person, any risks, and services. SSA's are responsible for monitoring the services and support authorized in the plan to ensure services are being provided.

Provides services for clients to find gainful employment or training. Specific services include: counseling and planning, personal and work adjustment training, vocational training, training supplies and books, financial aid to attend post-secondary classes, artificial limbs, braces, eyeglasses, hearing aids, psychotherapy, physical therapy, wheelchairs (if needed to work), occupational supplies, placement, small business development, and follow-up on the job. Also helps disabled students who are transitioning from school to work or college after high school. Some of the above services are provided by other agencies through a referral process.

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 services for clients to find gainful employment or training. Specific services include: counseling and planning, personal and work adjustment training, vocational training, training supplies and books, financial aid to attend post-secondary classes, artificial limbs, braces, eyeglasses, hearing aids, psychotherapy, physical therapy, wheelchairs (if needed to work), occupational supplies, placement, small business development, and follow-up on the job. Also helps disabled students who are transitioning from school to work or college after high school. Some of the above services are provided by other agencies through a referral process.

Provides services for clients to find gainful employment or training. Specific services include: counseling and planning, personal and work adjustment training, vocational training, training supplies and books, financial aid to attend post-secondary classes, artificial limbs, braces, eyeglasses, hearing aids, psychotherapy, physical therapy, wheelchairs (if needed to work), occupational supplies, placement, small business development, and follow-up on the job. Also helps disabled students who are transitioning from school to work or college after high school. Some of the above services are provided by other agencies through a referral process.

Provides interactive educational experiences, physical, occupational and speech/language therapies and specialized instruction.

Provides summer day camp experience for those with cognitive and developmental disabilities. Activities include games, arts and crafts, swimming, field trips and more, modified to meet the needs of individuals.

Provides services for clients to find gainful employment or training. Specific services include: counseling and planning, personal and work adjustment training, vocational training, training supplies and books, financial aid to attend post-secondary classes, artificial limbs, braces, eyeglasses, hearing aids, psychotherapy, physical therapy, wheelchairs (if needed to work), occupational supplies, placement, small business development, and follow-up on the job. Also helps disabled students who are transitioning from school to work or college after high school. Some of the above services are provided by other agencies through a referral process.

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.

Maintains information about community resources that are appropriate for people with Autism and their families. Links individuals who are in need of specialized services with appropriate resources.

Provides a wide range of assistance to individuals with disabilities in their own homes or apartments. Services are individually tailored to each client's needs, and may include assistance with personal care, financial management, shopping, transportation, and more depending on each indvidual's needs. Service is carried out on the basis of an annual contract, and consumer decides whether or not to renew each year.

Receives and investigates reports of alleged abuse, neglect, self-neglect and/or exploitation of children as well as older adults and/or adults with disabilities in need of protection. Cases accepted for service are investigated fully, and all identified problem areas which may affect the client's well-being are assessed. All reports are kept confidential.

Provides information and support in regard to educational issues to families with children who have disabilities. Serves as a liaison between families and school district personnel in order to foster positive parent/professional relationships and enhance children’s learning experiences. May provide in-person counseling, help fill out paperwork, provide mediation, and accompany parents to IEP meetings.

Assists families with the care of individuals with developmental disabilities who reside in the family home by providing limited funding for respite services, adaptive equipment and other expenses associated with meeting the needs of their family members with developmental disabilities. Items and services available include respite care, adaptive equipment, home modifications, special diets and other services such as individualized as counseling, sign language, books, classes, reimbursement for mileage to doctors, hospital, therapy visits, and more.

Administers the programs for Montgomery County Board of Developmental Disabilities Services.

Works to help adults with developmental disabilities achieve the highest level of independent function possible. Each new client receives an individual plan which is reviewed as needed. Services include work evaluation, basic skills development, recreational activities for seniors no longer working. A number of supportive services are provided to participants, including communication skills training, recreation and activities, social work, physical therapy and occupational therapy.

Provides troop activities for girls related to specific areas of interest, with focus on the following areas: S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), Outdoor Education, Life Skills, Financial Literacy, and Entrepreneurship. Offers different levels of scouting for different ages, including Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior and Ambassador. Troops are also available for girls with disabilities, school troops, and girls who are residents of public housing.

Provides assistance to clients where an immediate change in residential setting is needed, where it is necessary to deal with law enforcement, or where there is alleged abuse or neglect of the client. Monitors residential and day programs, does complaint resolution, and acts for advocacy and protection of client rights.

Provides a variety of structured, supervised overnight summer camping programs that feature recreational and educational activities such as swimming, boating, horseback riding, arts and crafts, natural science and wilderness survival.

Offers various programs for those with developmental or acquired disabilities.

Receives and investigates reports of abuse, neglect, and/or theft occurring to an individual with a developmental disability. However, in most cases, contacting the local board is the quickest and easiest way to log a complaint.

Contracts with an outside agency to offer a care facility which provides intensive medical support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to meet the specialized health needs of individuals with Developmental Disabilities. The facility consists of two housing units that accommodate around 13 individuals.

Provides a variety of structured, supervised overnight summer camping programs that feature recreational and educational activities such as swimming, boating, horseback riding, arts and crafts, natural science, and wilderness survival.

Offers an adventure-based recreation program centered around outdoor activities and youth ministry. Program is designed to help young people develop into responsible, civically-engaged adults.