Congratulations to December’s Provider of the Month Deborah Cottengain. Deborah has worked in the DD field for 14 years and is very dedicated to the people she supports. The hours that she works is often broken up starting in the early morning hours, to mid afternoon, and then again in the evenings. Deborah is currently working… Read more »
The Kiwanis Aktion Club of Shelby County is wrapping YOUR gifts! Simply bring your gifts to the Shelby County Board of DD on any of the dates below and for a donation, Aktion Club members will wrap, ribbon and gift tag all of your holiday gifts! A waiting area is available or you may drop… Read more »
SCBDD implements remote support program By Aimee Hancock ahancocksaimmediamidwest.com SIDNEY — The Shelby County Board of Development Disabilities now offers an in-home support service aimed to provide further independence for its clients. Remote support, also known as remote monitoring, is a budding service model that combines technology and direct care to assist people with developmental disabilities…. Read more »
We are very grateful to all of our staff, as well as the people and families served who assisted us with the accreditation process this year. During the process Advocates had an opportunity to present on the supports they receive from Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities to the Accreditation Review Committee. The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities awarded… Read more »
The staff of SCBDD would like to wish Laura a happy retirement. We welcome Leigh Anne and look forward to working under her leadership. Click here to view the article from Sidney Daily News:
Congratulations to November’s Provider of the Month Betty Murphy. Betty has been dedicated to her job and the people she supports for over 18 years and is great to work with. She is always willing to assist people with getting their transportation set up so they are able to get to and from work. She helps… Read more »
Congratulations to October’s Provider of the Month Jeni Meyer. Jeni has been a provider for six months and consistently demonstrates honesty, compassion, and professionalism. Jeni has the following to say about being a Direct Service Professional: “A good day at work to me would be when I can make sure the client is comfortable, and that… Read more »
Congratulations to September’s Provider of the Month Jana Bolton. Jana is wonderful and always willing to help. She ensures individuals’ needs are always met. When asked to give an example of a good day at work, Jana responds “Everyday is a good day, I love the people I work with!” Jana began working in the social… Read more »
Please join the Champaign & Shelby County Boards of DD as we wish Superintendent Laura Zureich a happy retirement and welcome new Superintendent Leigh Anne Wenning. Where: Shelby County Board of DD 1200 S. Children’s Home Rd., Sidney Location: Gymnasium When: Friday, September 28, 2018 Time: 1:00-4:00 P.M. Where: Champaign County Board of DD… Read more »
Why is Ohio’s DD Waiver Waiting List Changing? Over a 24-month period, organizations representing people with developmental disabilities, family members, guardians, county boards, private providers, and the State of Ohio worked together to come up with a new way for Ohio to manage its waiting list as part of the “Fix The List” coalition. The solution they created is outlined in this brochure. This… Read more »