Upcoming Events
Events
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Crisis Safety: Preparing, Responding, and Repairing
FeaturedMedina County Achievement Center 4691 Windfall Rd., Medina, OH, United StatesALL ARE WELCOME & ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND Stay Ready. Stay Safe. Respond with Confidence. Join the MCBDD for a training on all things crisis intervention. Attendees will learn concepts from different crisis intervention models, methods to reduce risks to safety…
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Independent Provider Meet & Greet
FeaturedMedina County Achievement Center 4691 Windfall Rd., Medina, OH, United StatesFOR INDEPENDENT PROVIDERS ONLY Join the Medina County Board of DD for an Independent Provider Meet & Greet! During this event, we will be covering information on using Tableau as well as self-advocacy offerings for individuals. A light breakfast will…
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Northeast Ohio Transition Expo
Independence Civic Center 6363 Selig Blvd., Independence, OH, United StatesThe Annual Northeast Ohio Transition Expo will have exhibitors featuring employment, family support, assistive tech, and more. There will also be a panel discussion about life after high school after the expo. Sensory room and universal changing table will be…
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Medina County Annual Earth Day Festival
Buffalo Creek Retreat 8708 Hubbard Valley Rd., Seville, OhioALL ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND The Medina County Parks District is having their annual Earth Day festival! There will be local food trucks, a family fishing derby, and fun activities throughout the day. This is a FREE event. No registration…
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MCBDD Board Meeting
Medina County Board of DD 4691 Windfall Road, Medina, OhioThe MCBDD regular monthly Board meeting to discuss agency business, policy, budgets, and program planning. The community is always welcome and encouraged to attend the General Session. For more information about MCBDD Board Members and meetings, click here. General Session –…
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Advocacy Mingle
FeaturedCarolyn Ludwig Mugrage Park 4985 Windfall Rd., Medina, OH, United StatesALL ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND Join us for our very first Advocacy Mingle! At this event, advocates will gather together to celebrate Earth Day and learn about recycling and upcycling. Inclement weather? No problem! In the case of rainy or…
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Stepping Stones Parenting Seminars: Changing Problem Behavior Into Positive Behavior
Medina County Library 210 South Broadway, Medina, OhioFOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF CHILDREN WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES Catholic Charities of Medina County will be offering parenting seminars for parents of children with developmental disabilities. All seminars are from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm on the following dates: March 3, 2026…
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Medina County Schools Track and Field Day
Cloverleaf High School 8525 Friendsville Road, Lodi, OHCloverleaf is hosting Special Olympics field day. Join the schools in Medina County for a day of field events and great sportsmanships! The Mobile Changing Unit will be on site during this event. View Flyer Here
Recent News
The “R Word”: Why Its History Matters & Why It Hurts Today
Language reflects the values of its time, and words often carry the weight of their histories. The “r word” is a clear example. Understanding why its use is harmful today…
DD Dialogues Event Tackles Disabilities Issues
The Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities (MCBDD) convened community leaders and elected officials on Monday, march 16 for a “DD Dialogues” roundtable at the Medina County Achievement Center, focusing…
Two Members Reappointed to the Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities
The Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities (MCBDD) is pleased to announce the reappointment of Andrew Olah and Mark Gryskiewicz by the Medina County Commissioners to each serve additional four-year…
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Congratulations to the newest graduates of the Direct Support Professional University (DSP-U) program! 🎓👏 Thanks to the partnership between the MCBDD, Medina County Career Center, and OADSP, these students are now prepared to make a real impact in the lives of individuals with developmental differences. #DirectSupportProfessionals #CommittedToInclusion
April is Occupational Therapy Month! 💙 We’re proud to celebrate and thank our incredible MCBDD Occupational Therapists for the meaningful impact they make every day. Their dedication, compassion, and expertise help individuals build skills, gain independence, and thrive at every stage of life. Thank you to all Occupational Therapists for supporting the people and families we serve! #OccupationalTherapyMonth #CommittedToInclusion
Mark your calendars! Our FREE Community Shred Day will be on Saturday, June 13 from 10:00am - 1:00pm. 📄 If you are buried under piles of paperwork, have stacks of old files or just need a safe, secure way to get rid of unwanted documents, then stop by and drop them off. A shredding truck will be on-site to immediately handle all shredding needs.
ElevateDD, in partnership with the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio (DSACO), is now accepting applications for the Voices Fellowship! This program helps adults with developmental disabilities in Ohio build leadership skills and strengthen support systems. The deadline to apply is April 24, 2026. Learn more and apply here: https://www.elevatedd.org/elevateddvoicesfellowship
Happy National Siblings Day! 💙 Today we celebrate siblings of people with developmental disabilities; the advocates, supporters, and lifelong teammates who help make inclusion part of everyday life. Your experiences help build understanding, compassion, and stronger communities. We see you, we appreciate you, and we celebrate you today and every day. 💫 #NationalSiblingsDay #InclusionMatters
April's DSP of the Month is Mary Findley! 🌟 Mary has been a certified DSP for seven years. Her favorite part of the role is watching the people she supports grow and thrive as individuals. She enjoys taking those she serves out into the community to volunteer and spending time together outdoors. Mary says there’s nothing better than seeing someone discover their interests and grow into who they are meant to be. Thank you, Mary, for everything you do! 💙 🔗 Read more about Mary and other DSP Spotlights here: https://tr.ee/1ygl5F #CommittedToInclusion #DSPSpotlight