January 6, 2023

Request for Proposal Funding and Grants for Recreation, Arts and Culture, Libraries

Cuyahoga DD believes people with developmental disabilities should be have access to and participate fully in a community where they are welcomed, included, supported, and celebrated. In support of our mission, we strive to improve the accessibility, depth, and breadth of services offered, and, ultimately, increase usage of programs and amenities throughout Cuyahoga County by people with developmental disabilities. 


Cuyahoga DD launched a Request for Proposals in three areas this week:

Type

Description

Amount

Recreation Services

to expand inclusive and adaptive recreation/leisure/sports activities – beginning in second quarter 2023 - to adults with developmental disabilities.

15 awards of up to $15,000 each

Arts and Culture Partnership

to develop new and/or support or extend existing adaptive, accessible, and inclusive arts and culture related opportunities to adults with developmental disabilities, allowing for participation to the fullest extent possible.

14 awards of up to $10,000 each

Library Grant Program

to provide inclusive and accessible library programs and obtain inclusive-themed books.

9 awards of up to $4,500 each

Complete details and request for proposal including eligibility and other criteria as well as a downloadable proposal documents can be found at:

Recreation Services RFP: https://my.reviewr.com/site/recreationRFP

Arts and Culture Partnership RFP: https://my.reviewr.com/site/artsandculture

Library Grant Program RFP: https://my.reviewr.com/site/libraryrfp


Submission deadline is 5:00 PM on 1/31/2023.


Information sessions

The Cuyahoga DD will host a virtual RFP Information Session on January 12, 2023, to give interested and eligible organizations the chance to ask questions about the partnership.


Register for the Information Sessions

Arts and Culture Partnership: 10 AM, Register in advance for this meeting.

Recreation Services: 12 PM, Register in advance for this meeting.

Library Grant Program: 1 PM, Register in advance for this meeting.


Questions for Information Sessions

Interested providers are encouraged to send their questions prior to the information session. Questions submitted will be answered during this session. 

Send questions to:

ArtsandCulture@cuyahogabdd.org

Recreation@cuyahogabdd.org

LibraryRFP@cuyahogabdd.org  

The Inclusive Guide Now Has Jobs

Cuyahoga DD's Guide to Inclusive Places, Jobs, and Events now hosts local job listings for people with developmental disabilities. 


Everyone is welcome to click on the button below to apply for community jobs with businesses that are ready to hire. 


The Workforce Development team at Cuyahoga DD networks and assists local businesses in fulfilling their hiring needs by connecting them with people with developmental disabilities looking for employment. If you want to start working, reach out to your Support Administrator for resources.


If you know a business that is inclusive, accessible or offers adaptive activities and job positions, please email it to Janet Keeler, Division Manager of Community Development.

Job Opportunities

Library Facilitator Program at Public Libraries in Cuyahoga County

In partnership with public libraries in Cuyahoga County, Cuyahoga DD has established a Library Facilitator Program. In this program, people with developmental disabilities are contracted to co-lead library storytimes. Facilitators' careers are enhanced by learning new skills, strengthening their public speaking, and creating a positive change in the community!


Cuyahoga County Public Library: Middleburg Heights Branch (flyer), Rocky River Public Library (flyer) and Westlake Porter Public Library (flyer) are hosting adaptive storytimes in 2023. Click on the buttons below to register for the storytimes.

Cuyahoga County Public Library
Rocky River Public Library
Westlake Porter Public Library
Ryan on the left and Natalie on the right
Karyssa holding book

Ryan holding a puppet at Westlake Porter Public Library.

Karyssa at Cuyahoga County Public Library.

Empower DD Podcast by Cuyahoga DD

In this special bonus episode of Empower DD, we cover the familiar ground of end-of-year stress, seasonal affective disorder, and managing the chaos of the holidays. 


Empower DD discusses navigating the developmental disability field, exploring new technologies, and hearing stories from people living, learning, working and playing in their community!


Subscribe and listen anywhere podcasts are found.

Bonus Episode
Independent Provider Meet and Greet

Starting in 2023 Virtual Independent Provider Meet and Greets will have two meeting times, 10 AM - 12 PM and

5 - 7 PM.


The next IP Meet and Greet is on Wednesday, January 11. Come meet IPs who will meet your needs!


Registration is not required. To attend the meeting click the button below.

Join Meeting
left, photo of a person on virtual call on desktop. Left, plumberry background with arrow graphic and white text, Independent Provider Virtual Meet & Greet.

People First of Ohio: Cuyahoga County Advocacy Events

In partnership with People First of Cuyahoga County and The Arc of Ohio, Cuyahoga DD invites you to an upcoming Advocacy Event. The meeting is designed for ages 16 and up. Sign language interpreter and accommodations are available upon request.

Virtual Meet-Up:

  • Wednesday, January 18 from 1 - 2 PM

Topic: What is self-advocacy? Empowering to make an impact!

Join meeting

Survey participants needed to improve services and supports for people with ID/DD and mental health disabilities

The OSU Nisonger Center seeks participants for an online survey that aims to improve services and supports for people with ID/DD (intellectual and developmental disabilities) and mental health disabilities. Participants for the survey should include SSAs and those who are involved in providing services to adults with ID/DD.


Survey participants will be asked about their experiences with mental health and DD services and supports, barriers to getting services, and training needs for professionals within the IDD and MHD systems.

 

The survey will be completed online using Qualtrics. Participants can take the survey at any time. It will take 15-20 minutes to complete. For questions, you can contact Manisha Khatiwada via email or call 614-366-3828.

Survey
Cuyahoga DD Employee Spotlights
Lillian Young-Miller

Lillian Young-Miller,

Developmental Specialist


"One of my favorite parts of working at Cuyahoga DD is assessing children's and families’ needs and then teaching families how to work with their children."

Steve Wamsley

Steve Wamsley, Info Technology Support Technician I


"In my department, we truly care for the people we help every day and it brings me great respect to be part of it."

Provider Shoutout

Tender Hearts logo

Tender Hearts Residential Services continuously works to maintain person-centered services.


Tender Hearts encourages people to go out and enjoy their community and maintain regular staffing. Learn more below.

Learn More
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Along This Ride LLC provides care, fun and creative activities for the people they support.


Learn more about their services by contacting them below.

Learn More
Quick Links

Solon Center for the Arts Adult Adaptive Acting Basics Classes - starting January


Beyond Words Adult Adapted Yoga - starting January


Rec2Connect Outdoor Adventure - 1/24

In the News

An 'alternative education' program in Cuyahoga County nurtures students with multiple disabilities

Ideastream Public Media, 1/3/2023


Parma resident and longtime Camp Cheerful volunteer honored for service

Cleveland.com, 1/2/2023


Letter to the Editor: Ohio must provide funds to help with caregiver crisis

Crain's Cleveland Business, 12/21/2022


RTA wins $8 million in federal funding to make E. 79th Street light rail station ADA accessible

Cleveland.com, 12/19/2022


State partnership aims to help visually impaired Ohioans with COVID-19 testing

News 5 Cleveland, 12/9/2022

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