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January 2022
PERSPECTIVES
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The Winter 100 Challenge
DCBDD is partnering with Preservation Parks of Delaware County for their second Winter 100 challenge! It is a great way to stay healthy, mentally and physically through the cold Ohio winter. Walk, run, or roll 100 miles or 100 kilometers (62 miles). Register, log your distance, and get energized by a supportive community this winter. To learn more and register, click here.
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Lifetime of Giving Awards
The Lifetime of Giving Awards ceremony began in 1999 in honor of Nancy Richards, who believed that people with disabilities make the best advocates for themselves. In 2004, the ceremony expanded to honor Kathy VanBuskirk, with the Outstanding Direct Support Professional Award. The award recognizes individuals who provide outstanding care for people with developmental disabilities.
Recognition categories include:
- Outstanding Direct Support Professional
- Outstanding Community Employer
- Outstanding Community Partner
- Outstanding Advocate
- Outstanding Peer Mentor
- Outstanding Professional
- Outstanding Volunteer
- Outstanding DCBDD Employee
To submit your nomination, simply complete the quick and easy form here. Nominations for the 2022 Lifetime of Giving must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. February 18, 2022.
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Monthly Community Resource Feature |
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Amazon Echo Grants are Back!
State Farm Insurance has generously donated one hundred fifty Amazon Echo Show 5 smart display systems to the Autism Society of Central Ohio. If someone you know would benefit from one of these devices, please fill out this grant application and return it to info@autismcentralohio.org.
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Monthly Technology First Feature |
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August Wi-Fi Smart Lock
Secure your home with the August Wi-Fi Smart Lock. Lock and unlock your door using voice commands, or use the app for easy remote operation. The August Wi-Fi Smart Lock has an auto-unlock function that automatically undoes the deadbolt when you come home, and an auto-lock function to lock when the door closes. Choose and set your notifications to customize your preferences. For more information, click here.
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Assistive Technology Lending Library
Interested in trying out some assistive technology to see if it meet your needs? Borrow a device from the DCBDD Assistive Technology Lending Library! Our current inventory includes:
To borrow a device, contact your Service Coordinator or Service & Support Administrator!
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Community Events & Resources |
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Supportive Employment
January 11
6:30 p.m.
Via Zoom and Facebook Live
Join us for the January session of the Discovery Series, as we learn about supportive employment with presentations by Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities and providers of employment supports. To learn more or to sign up for January's session, click here.
Discovery Series Archive
Did you miss one of the Discovery Series? Not to worry! All sessions are recorded and archived on our YouTube channel. Access the recordings by clicking here.
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NAMI Family-to-Family
January 5 - February 23 on Wednesdays
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 8-session education program for family, friends and significant others of adults with mental health conditions. For more information, click here.
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Summer Program Fair
January 15
10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Hosted by the Parent Mentors of Dublin City Schools and the Special Education Advancement Council, the Summer Program Fair will feature local agencies and camps sharing information on the services they offer during the summer for children in preschool through postsecondary. For more information, click here.
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Chuck E. Cheese Sensory Sensitive Sundays
Recognizing that the Chuck E. experience can be very stimulating for any child, they made it their mission to create Sensory Sensitive Sundays, where they have a trained, caring staff who works to ensure everyone has a fun-filled visit. The Chuck E Cheese at 2711 Martin Rd in Dublin opens two hours early on the first Sunday of each month to offer this experience for families. To learn more, click here.
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Delaware County Juvenile Court's Parent Project
Virtual: Tuesdays from January 18 - March 29
In-Person: Tuesdays from May 24 - August 2
Parent Project is a program that not only helps give parents new skills on how to more effectively manage destructive behavior, but it also is a program that provides support for parents that are struggling with making changes in their home. This program is designed for parents of kids 12-17 that are struggling to manage violence, drug use, habitually not following rules at school/home, and breaking the law. Click here for the referral form.
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PEERS for Young Adults
Tuesdays from February 3 - May 19
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
UCLA PEERS® is a 16-week evidenced-based social skills intervention that assists motivated young adults in effectively building lasting friendships and/or romantic relationships. Click here for more information.
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Charting the LifeCourse -
A Series for Families
February 9, 16, and 23
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join Ohio Ambassador Barbara Sapharas for this 3 part series to learn how you can use the Charting the LifeCourse resources and tools to plan and advocate across the lifespan. Click here to register.
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DD Awareness and Advocacy Day
March 2
The Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council is planning their 2022 event and needs your feedback! Click here for their quick survey.
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March Fourth to Employment Conference
March 4
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Save the date for Nationwide Children's Hospital's March Fourth to Employment Conference! There will be programming for students ages 16 and above with disabilities and their families, as well as local employers and managers interested in learning more about how to support individuals with disabilities in employment. Click here for more information.
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Ask an ADA Professional - Service Animals
January 12
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
During this 60-minute session, individuals will have the opportunity to ask ADA professionals questions related to service animals and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). To ensure your question is answered during the session, individuals are highly encouraged to submit their questions ahead of time via the registration website (option to submit questions is available once you have registered for the session). Registration for this session can be found on the schedule page at www.accessibilityonline.org/adapro.
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Wheelchair Policy Stakeholder Survey
The University of Pittsburgh is seeking feedback from all stakeholders related to wheelchair service and funding. This work is part of a larger Disability and Rehabilitation Research Project funded to investigate and propose a new policy that better aligns with the needs of people who use wheelchairs as well as those who provide or pay for them.
Participation includes responding to a series of questions related to your opinion of wheelchair service and funding that includes timeliness, complexity of the process, repairs/maintenance, quality, durability, access to proper equipment. The survey should take 5 to 10 minutes to complete. Click here to access the survey.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Doses
The CDC has provided new information about the COVID-19 Vaccine Booster. Click here to learn more about the booster and who is eligible to receive the booster.
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As always, do not hesitate to reach out to your DCBDD contact or call the main line at 740-201-3600 for assistance. |
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