Provides monthly support and discussion groups for persons with disabilities. Discusses disability-related problems and issues.

Mental Health organization, information and support for children and adults with Attention Deficit Disorders.

Links people and families of people with developmental disabilities with service providers and supplies descriptive information about the agencies or organizations which offer supports that may assist people with developmental disabilities. Can provide information on significant structural changes to services to the developmentally disabled in Ohio.

Investigates cases of alleged abuse (physical, sexual, verbal, and so forth) and neglect, any health or safety issue, or misappropriation situations for adults with developmental disabilities.

Offers snow plowing of driveways for older adults and disabled persons.

Project SEARCH is a unique business led transition program for students with disabilities. It provides students who want to work a chance to explore careers and develop transferable job skills. The ultimate goal: independent adults working in a competitive, community based job. Designed as an unpaid internship program. Project SEARCH places students into real-world situations where they learn first-hand all aspects of gaining and maintaining employment. We are a partnership with OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital, Pioneer Career and Technology Center and Richland NewHope Industries.

Provides residential group homes for adults who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. Offers residents a variety of community based supportive services.

Offers a one-time payment assistance of up to $500 to help with utility bills (gas, electric, sewer, water.) May be able to help with rent. Additional funds over $500 may be available depending on the special circumstances of the client.

Provides 5-week summer tutoring services with emphasis in math and reading as well as speech therapy. A separate 5-week program covering the same topics is available for students with autism.

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.

Facilitates (but does not run) a wide range of programs for adults with developmental disabilities. Each consumer is guided by an individual service plan which is reviewed at least once per year. Supportive services such as communication skills training, psychological services, social work, home training services, and physical therapy assessments are provided along with vocational programs which include work evaluation, basic daily skills development, basic and standard work activities, on-the-job training, supported employment, and job placement. Consumers choose a partner agency and earn wages for their work. A social and recreational program for older adults is also available.

Provides information and makes referrals to local support agencies to families of developmentally disabled individuals.

Provides disability outreach and support services for families directly affected by disabilities. Services include health education and life skills programs, parent support, links to health and other resources, referrals, and mentoring.

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

Offers opportunities such as work training and employment opportunities on a wide variety of business contracts or program functions such as custodial, receptionist, etc.

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

Provides legal assistance to parents who have children with disabilities and who are concerned about a lack of appropriate education or about (threats of) suspension and/or expulsion from elementary, middle, or high school.

Helps to facilitate the inclusion of children with special needs into child care programs, day care homes, and schools. Services focus on the inclusion of children with disabilities and include helping families find child care and preschool programs, workshops, information and referral, as well as training and on-site consultation for teachers/professionals.

Provides a support group for adults with attention deficit and/or hyperactivity disorder (ADD or ADHD).

Offers assistance with searching for and maintaining employment for those with disabilities. Services include assessments of work skills, job seeking skills, assistance with resume writing and interviewing, computer training, career exploration, job placement assistance, job coaching and assistance with making arrangements for special needs in the workplace. A community-based work experience can be offered in conjunction with this program. Provides information to potential employers on ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and other topics important for hiring persons with disabilities.

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 home repair grants of up to $2,500 and free exterior paint to help residents correct exterior housing code violations. Homeowner must match 10% of the repair costs. Program does not offer any emergency funds.

Offers a therapeutic camp for youth with developmental and/or physical disabilities located at Camp Christopher. Provides a 1:5 ratio of supervision for youth. Activities may include swimming, archery, camp fires, hiking, horseback riding, exploring nature and boating.

CDE's Employment Services helps people with disabilities who would like to work in the community. Individual will learn about resumes, cover letters, job seeking readiness skills such as interviewing, networking, etc. Also taught the importance of self-confidence when conducting a job search.

Provides financial literacy workshops for older adults and those with disabilities. Sessions include topics such as recognizing scams, debt reduction, medical negotiation, safe banking online, budgeting, and predatory lending.