A trusted partner, unlocking the potential beyond disabilities.

We are a Northeast Ohio-based non-profit organization whose mission is to empower children and adults with disabilities to achieve their greatest potential through holistic and family-focused services. More

“It is nice to work at a place that can really help people, and that is highly regarded by clients, community, funders, the business community and leaders.”

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The Achievement Centers for Children holds several very special events each year that raise significant funds for our programs and services. There are many ways to support our fund-raising events, including corporate and personal sponsorship, ticket purchases, auction donations, event attendance and volunteering.

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Programs

Programs

Over our seven decades of serving the greater Cleveland community, Achievement Centers for Children has expanded our services to include wide-ranging programs for children and adults with disabilities.These programs are hosted at our three sites (Highland Hills, Westlake, and Camp Cheerful in Strongsville), as well as in client homes and partner locations throughout our area.

Children & Youth Services

Education

Autism School Supports students on the autism spectrum to reach their full potential in our individualized, family-centered alternative public school classrooms. Read more

Technical Assistance Program (TAP)

Technical Assistance Program (TAP) Facilitates the inclusion of children with special needs into community childcare programs through training and on-site consultations. Read more

Recreation & Camps

Adapted Sports Offers year-round competitive adapted sports for children with disabilities. Read more

Children’s Camps

Children’s Camps Hosts a traditional camp experience tailored to campers ages 5-21 with disabilities. Read more

Therapeutic Horsemanship

Therapeutic Horsemanship Therapeutic horseback riding and horsemanship activities for children with and without special needs. Read more

Therapy Services

Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy Improves independence in self-care, play, and school/work-related skills. Read more

Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy Strengthens large muscles, improves balance and coordination, and improves mobility. Read more

Speech/Language Therapy

Speech/Language Therapy Improves language, communication, and speech abilities and skills. Read more

Burst Therapy Accelerates results and sustainable progress through condensed and focused therapy sessions. Read more

Adult Services

Adapted Sports Offers year-round competitive adapted sports for children and adults with disabilities. Read more

Adult Camps Tailors weekend and week-long camps for adult campers of all ages on our beautiful Camp Cheerful campus. Read more

River Rock Adult Day Program

River Rock Adult Day Program Provides engaging social, recreational and educational activities in a year-round day program at Camp Cheerful. Read more

Therapeutic Horsemanship

Therapeutic Horsemanship Provides adapted riding and horsemanship activities for children and adults with and without special needs. Read more

Adult Therapy Services

Adult Therapy Services Offers OT, PT, and Speech therapies to adults of all ages with wide-ranging disabilities. Read more

Family Support Services

Behavioral Health Counseling

Behavioral Health Counseling Helps individuals and their family members cope with the often complex challenges of living with a disability. Read more

Early Childhood Mental Health (ECMH)

Early Childhood Mental Health (ECMH) Assists children or family members who may be experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral challenges or family-related stress. Read more

Help Me Grow Home Visiting

Help Me Grow Home Visiting Provides support, guidance, information, and resources to first time parents and pregnant women. Read more

Infant Massage Classes

Infant Massage Classes Teaches parents and caregivers the art of Infant Massage, and its calming and bonding benefits. Read more