We invite you to read the following article written by Superintendent Leigh Anne Wenning on the invaluable services of a direct support professional. Click Here
August Provider of the Month
Congratulations to August’s Provider of the Month, Betsey Nave. Dependability is just one of Betsey’s many strengths. She has been extremely reliable and the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities can’t thank her enough. Betsey is a great advocate for the people she serves. She has a full schedule, yet she is flexible and always… Read more »
June Provider of the Month
Congratulations to June’s Provider of the Month, Karla Pleiman. Karla has been an independent provider for a little over a year and a half. She has been a wonderful support and advocate for Janelle. They have had a lot of fun together and Janelle has learned new skills with the help of Karla. When asked to… Read more »
Electronic Visit Verification
Electronic Visit Verification to go into effect August 5th Learn more about how the federal government will require providers to document home- and community-based services, and how it will impact people with disabilities Electronic Visit Verification to go into effect August 5 Electronic Visit Verification: What YOU need to know The Ohio Department of Medicaid… Read more »
Shelby County Board of DD offers many services
We invite you to read the following article to learn more about the services provided by the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Click here for full article
Regional Advocacy Meeting
Come meet self-advocates from 7 neighboring counties, enjoy lunch with new friends, hear great motivational speakers, and learn how self-advocacy is working in our communities.
Accessibility Programs – Cincinnati Art Museum
If you’re looking for free things to do this summer, mark your calendar for Connect: A Program for Adults with Developmental Disabilities and Their Caregivers at Cincinnati Art Museum. The museum also offers Autism Family Exploration, Touch Tours, Public Tours with ASL Interpretation, and offer a Sensory Friendly Access Guide. Visit their website for more… Read more »
May Provider of the Month
Congratulations to May’s Provider of the Month, Jodi New. Jodi is wonderful to work with and makes sure all individuals’ wants and needs are being met. She’s a great advocate for the people she works with and helps them achieve their goals. She’s always willing and open to work through challenges and offer new ideas…. Read more »
April Provider of the Month
April Provider of the Month is Derrick Hunt. Derrick has been working in the DD Field for the last 5 years and has been an independent provider for 1 1/2 years. Derrick says a good day at work for him is when he sees a client reach a milestone or goal that they have been… Read more »
SEE Me – Sophie
SEE Me is a special series spotlighting an individual supported by the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Sophie is an amazing young lady whose potential seems to be growing by leaps and bounds these days. She spends much of her time attending Wilma Valentine Childcare and Shelby Hills Preschool where gets to play with… Read more »