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
Golden Gala
SAVE THE DATE!!! SPREAD THE WORD! Join us for a memorable prom experience for those with developmental disabilities and friends! Friday, March 14, 20256pm to 8:30pmat Tri-Rivers Career Center, Marion,…
Akers Sworn in as New Board Member
The Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities (MCBDD) welcomed a new board member, David Akers, who filled an unexpired term ending in December 2024. The county Commissioners reappointed Akers in…
Online Auction
ONLINE AUCTION* Click Here to Bid*Proceeds benefit the MCBDD Endowment Fund at the Marion Community Foundation*Bidding closes at 6 pm on November 3rd*All items are available for pickup the week…
Marion Rotary Club Foundation awards grant to Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities for “Smart Space”
The Marion Rotary Club Foundation awarded the Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities (MCBDD) a grant to create a space to introduce “smart” technology and adaptive equipment to families. The…
MUM SALE PICK UP
ORDER PICK UPSEPTEMBER 12THNOON TO 6 PM@ MCBDD, 2387 HARDING, HIGHWAY EAST, MARION, OHIO
Preschool Prep for Parents
Are you a parent with a child who is ready to enter preschool? Are you anxious about the transition? Join representatives from Marion City Schools (MCS) and the Marion County Board of…
Plaster Receives 2024 Ron Kozlowski Advocacy Award from Advocacy and Protective Services, Inc.
Cheryl Plaster, Superintendent of Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities (MCBDD), was recently named the recipient of the 2024 Ron Kozlowski Advocacy Award from Advocacy and Protective Services, Inc. (APSI)…
MCBDD welcomes a new board member, Dr. Emily Meadows
Dr. Emily Meadows joins the Board of Directors at the Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities. The Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities (MCBDD) welcomes a new board member, Dr.…
MCBDD welcomes a new board member, Dr. Emily MeadowsRead More
Celebrate Developmental Disability (DD) Awareness Month
March is Developmental Disabilities (DD) Awareness Month. Join the Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities as we celebrate and recognize those we serve and their families throughout March. We honor…
Celebrate Developmental Disability (DD) Awareness MonthRead More
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.