Written by: Superintendent Leigh Anne Wenning Did you know that one of the priorities of the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities is to ensure that individuals with developmental disabilities have the same access to safe, appropriate housing as everyone else? This goal is at the heart of what we do, and we use a… Read more »
After 40 years of dedicated service to children and families, Alison Berning, Early Intervention Speech Therapist at the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities, is retiring. Throughout her distinguished career, Alison has made a lasting impact on the lives of countless individuals and has been an integral part of the Shelby County Developmental Disabilities community…. Read more »
It is November and that means for many of us, it’s a time to reflect on what we are grateful for in our lives. In my work life, I’m certainly grateful for the role I’m privileged to play as the leader of an amazing organization, the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Not only am… Read more »
March is celebrated nationally as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. At the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities, we want to shine a light on people of all abilities. People with developmental disabilities (DD) are our friends, neighbors, coworkers and family members and our community is stronger when we include everyone. Usually this month-long celebration is… Read more »
Congratulations to January’s Provider of the Month, Jennifer Nolen. Jennifer has been a provider since August of 2019 and has always loved working in the DD field. She has been a sub at Shelby Hills Preschool, Wilma Valentine Childcare, and in the MD classrooms for Sidney City Schools. Jennifer has three sons, two of which… Read more »
Congratulations to December’s Provider of the Month, Alicia Gillem. Alicia has been a caretaker for about 20 years. She has worked with children, elderly, and now the DD population; she loves taking care of people! Alicia has been employed with CRSI since February of this year and is currently a home manager. She considers it… Read more »
This month we celebrate the contributions of workers with disabilities and work to educate everyone on the value of a workforce inclusive of all skills and talents. This year, the Department of Labor is celebrating more than 70 years of advocacy with disabilities. The Shelby County Board of DD (SCBDD) employs staff who specialize in… 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 the August Provider of the Month, Laura Hobler. Laura is wonderful and always ensures the needs of the individuals supported are met. When asked to give an example of a good day at work Laura’s response was, “ Any day that I can make someone’s life a little easier or more pleasant, is… Read more »
The mission of Ohio SIBS (Special Initiatives By Brothers & Sisters) is to be recognized as the unified voice and partner for Ohio adult siblings of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Ohio SIBS will provides advocacy, education, leadership and supports that will promote enhanced quality of life, improved public policy and increased services and… Read more »