Welcome to MCBDD
Welcome to your County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities is a governmental organization that provides advocacy and resources for those in Marion County with developmental disabilities. Our mission is to help those we serve to live, learn, and earn in our community. We are funded through a mixture of local tax dollars, federal and state funds.
In 1967, the Ohio state legislature established 88 county boards of developmental disabilities to provide support and services to individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. This change in public policy provided alternatives to institutions and afforded individuals the opportunity to live, work, and participate in their local community.
More than 800 Marion County children and adults are being served locally today. Based on available resources, MCBDD may provide or arrange for service and support administration, early childhood services, supported living/residential services, family support, job training, employment services, Special Olympics, and many others. In 2020 alone, our organization linked those served with over 815,000 connections to resources and support.
Proud to live, learn, and earn in Marion County!
Latest News
A Mother’s Strength: Dawn Wolfe’s Journey of Resilience and Love
Dawn holds her babies for the first time in the NICU. At just 19, Dawn Wolfe’s life took an unexpected turn—she became pregnant with twins. Then a college student, she…
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Open Hearts Livestock Show
LOVE ANIMALS? HAVE A DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY? WE WANT YOU! REGISTER HERE! WHAT IS IT?Open Hearts Livestock Show is specifically designed to allow those in our community with developmental disabilities to show…
Situational Awareness Class
Registration is required! Click here to register now! This Situational Awareness class will teach individuals how to recognize and respond to their environment, helping them stay alert and make informed decisions…
Marion County Commissioners Appoint Olson to MCBDD Board of Directors
The Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities (MCBDD) is excited to announce Brooke Olson’s appointment to its Board of Directors. Appointed by the Marion County Commissioners, Olson’s term began in…
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Just Like Us
All-Inclusive Basketball GameBE PART OF THE FUN!The Marion-Crawford Prevention Program Youth Leadership group has organized a Countywide Inclusive basketball game and is looking for students to volunteer and get involved. We…
SERVICE AND SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR
The Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities currently has a full-time Service & Support Administrator position available. Summary of Duties:This position serves as the main point of contact for individuals and their team members and ensures person-centered planning. Completes assessments, evaluations, and…
EARLY INTERVENTION SPECIALIST
This position has been filled. Duties: Arrange for and participate in eligibility determination for children 0 -3, to include screening, evaluations, and ongoing assessments. Conduct family interviews, gathers information, meets…
Early Intervention Service Coordinator
Duties:Arrange for and participate in eligibility determination for children 0 -3, to include screening, evaluations, and ongoing assessments. Provide coordinated services to parents of infants and toddlers with disabilities or…
Sibling Story
The Kanzer Brothers In the eyes of Joe Kantzer, it’s simple. “Family takes care of family.” This was Joe’s response when asked how he ended up being the primary caregiver…
The Ohio Revised Code offers specific rights to individuals with developmental disabilities. This is referred to as the Bill of Rights for People with Developmental Disabilities. Click here to view the Bill of Rights video.