Offering support across the lifespan of people with developmental disabilities, the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities oversees a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment.

The Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities (FCBDD) is a county agency providing supports to children and adults who have developmental disabilities. Services are provided to residents of Franklin County, Ohio.

The Madison County Board of Developmental Disabilities (MCBDD) is a county agency providing support to children and adults who have developmental disabilities.  Services are provided to residents of Madison County, Ohio.

The Ross County Board of DD exists for the purpose of improving the quality of life for our citizens who have a developmental disability. We are committed to provide quality services that provide individuals and their families with choices that enhance community participation and achieve a life of increasing capabilities.

At Autism Parenting Magazine, we provide the most current information and intervention on ways to:

• Navigate special education
• Manage behavioral issues
• Help with transitioning
• Deal with sensory issues
• Develop social skills
• Deal with bullying
• Handle teenage issues
• Mitigate meltdowns
• Decipher treatment options
• Transition from childhood to adulthood
• Plan for your child's financial future

Links to government agencies and disability rights organizations in Ohio. They may be able assist you with:

• disability advocacy
• home health services
• home care
• nursing aide services
• Medicaid
• accessing other community resources to help people with disabilities.