For more than 30 years, Shelby County Special Olympics provided more than athletic events for individuals with disabilities. It provided opportunities for exercise and social time with friends, family, and a beloved leader named Mark Harrod. In the coming years, the organization will see one major change. There will still be fun, games, sports, families… Read more »
Written by Superintendent Leigh Anne Wenning Did you know that children who have suspected delays or disabilities may be eligible for free in-home services? The Shelby County Board of DD (SCBDD) provides in-person coaching and therapy to families with children who may be at risk of not meeting milestones. Our early intervention department is staffed… Read more »
Congratulations to Jessica Elliot! You are the Shelby County Board of DD’s provider of the month for February 2022! Jessica Elliott has worked at S&H Products since April of 2018. She is a great coworker and always willing to try new things with the individuals she works with. She advocates for individuals and empowers them… Read more »
NOTICE OF AVAILABLE POSITION POSTING DATE: January 20, 2022 – February 3, 2022 (or until filled) POSITION: Para Professional – Shelby Hills Preschool Classroom (Sidney Location) QUALIFICATIONS: High School Graduate. Ohio Department of Education Aide Permit or willingness to obtain the same. Successful completion of a physical, BCI/FBI background check and multiple database background checks… Read more »
By Superintendent Leigh Anne Wenning It is officially 2022! Like many, the beginning of the year makes me take a look back on where we came from. Having been in the developmental disabilities field for more than 20 years, I can look back and see the evolution of the system, especially the County Board of… Read more »
News and information from Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Dec 2021 – Feb 2021) CLICK HERE to read the Email Newsletter (Includes links to extra photos and videos) Or view the printer friendly edition:
News and information from Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Sept 2021 – Nov 2021). CLICK HERE to read the Email Newsletter (Includes links to extra photos and videos) Or view the printer friendly edition:
By Superintendent Leigh Anne Wenning In November, we often think about the aspects of our lives that we are grateful for. I am not only grateful for many things personally, but my work life is also filled with many people that I can’t help but be thankful for. Our employees at the Shelby County Board… Read more »
If you’re like me, you’ve probably noticed the help wanted signs at many places in our community. It seems like everyone desperately needs employees, no matter what type of work is being done. One potentially untapped pool of workers is people with disabilities. Employers who overlook people with disabilities may be missing out on great… Read more »
Written by Leigh Anne Wenning In September, we take a moment to recognize and appreciate our direct support professionals (DSP). This month we invited all Shelby County DSPs to a family fun event at Vandemark Farms to kick off DSP Appreciation Week. To be completely honest though, we appreciate our Direct Support Professionals on a… Read more »