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Perceived Barriers to Healthcare: A Survey of Clients of the County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities in Cuyahoga County

The following describes the results of a study conducted by Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital of Cleveland, in conjunction with the Cuyahoga County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (CCBMRDD), to evaluate what clients of the CCBMRDD identify as the most significant barriers to obtaining recommended medical care. Focus groups of the clients, their families, and medical care providers were conducted to identify areas of frequent concern. The top areas were addressed in a mail survey sent to clients of CCBMRDD (greater Cleveland area). Survey results revealed 2 areas that were of major concern: difficulty finding a doctor or dentist and difficulty coordinating multiple visits.