(CHAMPAIGN/SHELBY COUNTIES, OH–) The Boards of Developmental Disabilities in Shelby and Champaign Counties have named a successor to superintendent, Laura Zureich, who plans to retire at the end of 2018 after nearly 14 years of service. Leigh Anne Wenning will join the county boards on October 1, spending the last months of the year training… Read more »
Thanks to a campaign started by the Rotary Club of Sidney and the Kiwanis Club of Sidney, a drive to build an all inclusive community playground at Geib Pavilion in Tawawa Park is underway. Projected completion date of the project is in the fall of 2019. The estimated cost of the project is $160,000, with… Read more »
It’s that time of year; who wants to play Special Olympics Softball? An informational meeting will be held on June 17th at 7:00 p.m. at Flanagan Field. If you have questions, please contact Jennie at 937-489-6528
Congratulations to June’s Provider of the Month Bonnie Riell. Bonnie completely dedicated to her job and her demeanor provides calmness to the individuals that she works with. This positive attitude filters down to her fellow staff members. Bonnie started her career with Capabilities at We Can Too. This exposure fueled her passion to make a… Read more »
Shellie Farrier, employment specialist at the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities specializes in training new employees on completing job tasks. As an on-the-job support since 2014, Shellie has worked with employers in all settings to help new employees meet expectations and excel in the workplace. Shellie was recently interviewed by Ohio Department of Developmental… Read more »
Camp Adventure where everyone walks out with a smile! The Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities would like to announce a fun summer of day camps! WHAT: DAY CAMP for kids served by the SCBDD WHO: Completed kindergarten to age 22 (and still in school) WHERE: Shelby Hills Early Childhood Center TIME: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00… Read more »
Congratulations to May’s Provider of the Month Jenny Swabb. Jenny has worked in the same home with the same group of ladies for a number of years. She works for Maximum Personal Achievement (MPA) as the Home Supervisor. Jenny has done a wonderful job in this position and pulls countless hours with the ladies she works… Read more »
Interested in reading and listening to popular Books and then discussing them? Come join The Cover 2 Cover Book Club every Thursday. Location: High Grounds Cafe; 705 Fair Rd., Sidney, OH When: Every Thursday Time: 11:00 am – Noon If you have questions or would like to let us know that you are interested in… Read more »
Do you find yourself between a rock and a hard place when it comes to getting enough physical activity in your routine? Then join the Between A Walk & A Hard Pace-Walking Club. Time: 10:00-10:45 a.m. Place: Tawawa Park by the soccer fields at the covered shelter Important Benefits of Walking: 1. It strengthens your… Read more »
Congratulations to April’s Provider of the Month James Bettelon. James currently works for Person Centered Services (PCS) as a Direct Care Support Specialist. He embraces community integration and advocates for the people he works with. His calm approach and willingness to try new things has opened many doors for the people with developmental disabilities. With… Read more »