Here for Every Step
of the Journey.
The Sandusky County Board of Developmental Disabilities connects individuals with developmental disabilities and their families to the services, support, and community they need to thrive — at every age and stage of life.
Our Promise to Serve
Find Services by Life Stage
Early Childhood
Birth–Age 3
Early Intervention services support infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities, right in your home and community.
Youth Services
Ages 3-21
SCBDD’s School of Hope provides individualized education and therapies for students with developmental disabilities.
Adults
Age 22+
Our team helps adults with developmental disabilities build the life they want — through community connections, employment support, self-advocacy, and ongoing service coordination. SSA services help families plan, navigate, and connect.
We Serve for a Lifetime
Since 1964, SCBDD has walked alongside individuals with developmental disabilities and their families throughout Sandusky County. Whether you’ve just received a diagnosis, are navigating services for a school-age child, or are planning for adult life, we’re here to help you find the right path.
We provide direct services through our Early Intervention and School of Hope programs. We help adults and families connect to community resources, providers, and personalized support through our Service and Support Administration team.
And we’re always here to answer your questions — whatever stage you’re in.
Our Programs & Services
Early Intervention
Supporting children from birth to age 3 with developmental delays, right where they live and learn.
School of Hope
Individualized education and therapeutic services for students ages 4–22 with developmental disabilities.
Service & Support Administration
Your personal guide to services, funding, and planning — at every stage of life.
Special Olympics
Year-round sports training and competition through the Sandusky County Raptors.
Safety Services
Tools and programs that help keep individuals with developmental disabilities safe in their community.
Family Support Services
Financial assistance to help families provide care and support at home.
Serving Sandusky County Since 1964
For more than 60 years, SCBDD has been a trusted community resource for individuals with developmental disabilities and the families, caregivers, and providers who support them. We are a county board established under Ohio law, governed by an appointed board of community members, and funded through local levies and state and federal resources.
We are proud to serve individuals across all ages and all types of developmental disabilities — because everyone deserves support, community, and a life filled with possibility
A Message from Our Superintendent
Welcome to SCBDD. Our team is deeply committed to the individuals and families we serve across Sandusky County. Every day, our staff work to make sure people with developmental disabilities have access to the services, connections, and opportunities they need to live full, meaningful lives.
We believe in the potential of every person we serve. We believe in working in partnership with families and communities. And we believe that our work — from early childhood through adult life — makes a lasting difference in this county.
Thank you for visiting our site. If you’re looking for services, guidance, or simply more information about what we do, please reach out. We’re here to help.
— Sarah Zimmerman, Superintendent, SCBDD
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you’re looking for services for the first time or exploring new options for someone you support, SCBDD is here to walk you through it. Contact us to speak with a member of our team.