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Delaware County EMA Fan Drive
We're proud to serve as a drop-off location for the Delaware County EMA fan drive, to benefit People In Need!
New fan donations can be dropped off in our lobby during business hours.
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Panel Discussion - Remote Supports and Paid Backup
June 14
1:00 p.m.
Learn about Remote Supports! A representative from DODD will explain the purpose of remote supports and paid backup, providers of remote supports and paid backup will explain what they do and how it can work for you, and people who use remote supports will share stories of how it enhances their lives.
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DCBDD Block Party
We're so excited to announce that our Block Party will be back this year! Please save the date and plan to join us on September 1.
Liberty Township Park
2845 Home Road
Powell, OH 43065
3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
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Monthly Community Resource Feature |
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Free Summer Lunch
On weekdays from June 6 - August 5, free lunches will be available at Woodward Elementary in Delaware for all children 18 and younger. Click here for more details.
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Kids Lunch Club
The Westerville Area Kids Lunch Club is a FREE program that provides children 1-18 with nutritious meals and coordinated enrichment activities throughout the summer when school is not in session at 16 area sites. The program runs from May 31 - August 10. All are welcome, no paperwork required. For a full list of KLC site locations and times, please click here.
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Monthly Technology First Feature |
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Assistive Technology Lending Library
Interested in trying out some assistive technology to see if it meets 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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Self Advocates of Delaware County
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First Annual Poker Run to Benefit Delaware County Special Olympics
June 4
10:00 a.m.
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Disability Rights Ohio Releases "RISE UP", a Resource Guide for Young Adults with Disabilities
DRO recently released “RISE UP”, a practical guide for young advocates with disabilities. This new resource guide covers a comprehensive range of topics, from Housing and Employment to Education and Health needs. The guide is designed to assist young people in defining problems, envisioning solutions, and setting goals. There are also prep sheets built into all versions of the guide to help organize thoughts and needs ahead of appointments that can often become high-anxiety situations, like meeting with doctors or attorneys. Click here for more information.
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Charting the LifeCouse Live: Respite - taking a short break from caregiving
June 9
9:00 a.m.
Learn how you can use specific Charting the LifeCourse respite tools to explore and plan for taking small breaks from your role as a carer. We all need to take care of ourselves and take breaks to do what we have to do and like to do. Click here to register.
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Summer is Here!
June 13 or June 15
Join the Family Resource Network of Ohio for an open conversation to share ideas and brainstorm together about activities for people with disabilities - for this summer and beyond. Click here for more information.
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Confronting Fears about Losing Benefits Due to Employment - STABLE Accounts
June 13
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
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Ohio Youth Leadership Regional Forums
June 13-17
Do you know a High School Junior or Senior with a disability who is interested in Self-Advocacy and Leadership Development? The Ohio Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) is a week-long career leadership training program held during the summer for 11th and 12th grade students with disabilities. For more information about the Columbus event, contact Zoe Wenk, Youth Transition Coordinator, at The Center for Disability Empowerment, (614) 575-8055, or by e-mail at zwenk@disabilityempowerment.net. Click here for more information.
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Demencia 101
June 13
1:00 p.m.
Cuidando a alguien que vive con demencia presenta retos únicos para cuidadores familiares. Esta clase le proveera un entendimiento basico de la demencia y como afecta al individuo. Demencia 101 también incluirá algunos consejos para cuidadores en como pueden afrontrar los cambios asociados con la demencia. Pulse aquí para registrarse.
Translation:
Caring for someone living with dementia presents unique challenges for family caregivers. This class will provide you with a basic understanding of dementia and how it affects the individual. Dementia 101 will also include some tips for caregivers on how they can cope with the changes associated with dementia. Click here to register.
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Family Advisory Council
June 15
12:00 p.m.
The Family Advisory Council provides a forum for the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) to hear directly from family members about the issues that affect their lives and provides families the opportunity to learn more about the Department's current initiatives from executive staff. Click here for more information.
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Milestones National Autism Conference
June 15-16
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Diversity & Intersectionality Through the Disability Lens
June 15-17 or
September 7-9 or
November 16-18
The Diversity & Intersectionality Through the Disability Lens three half-day training is for any individual or agency looking to expand or gain knowledge on the topics of diversity, intersectionality, cultural education, and individuals with disabilities. Curriculum topic areas include cultural competency vs. cultural humility, privilege and power, microaggressions, trailblazers in the field, best practices, intersectionality, and oppression all through the disability lens. Training material delivery is through lecture, heavy interaction/participation, large and small group discussion, videos, and case scenarios. Click here to register.
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Free Mobile Pop-Up Vaccine Clinic
June 17
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The Center for Disability Empowerment is working with the Ohio Department of Health to host a COVID-19 Mobile Vaccine Clinic at the Delaware County District Library. Click here for more information.
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iCan Bike Camp
June 20-24
DSACO, in partnership with iCan Shine, is excited to offer this unique approach to allow people with a disability to become independent in riding a two-wheeled bike. This camp is perfect for those at least 8 years of age who have a disability and are wanting to learn how to ride a bike. The iCan Bike staff ensures highly trained staff will be hands-on in making sure all campers are riding the correct bike for their size, strength, and ability while making sure each camper is being properly assisted by volunteers. Click here for more information.
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OhioISP Information Session for Families
June 22
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities has developed an Ohio Individual Service Plan (OhioISP) that Ohioans with developmental disabilities will use to outline the services and supports they receive. Click here to register.
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Tackling Disparities in Transitioning to Adulthood
July 21
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Join Ohio Family to Family in a conversation centering on the voices of families of color, who face unique and intersectional challenges with transition. Hear from a panel of families and self-advocates who will share triumphs and lessons learned as their children experience transition to adulthood with a disability. Click here to register.
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TechSummit 2022
August 12
The Ohio State University Nisonger Center, in partnership with Assistive Technology of Ohio and the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, present TechSummit 2022 – an in-person event conveniently held in central Ohio. At this event, attendees can hear from experts, hear from individuals who have adopted technology solutions, and explore technology solutions for themselves. We encourage you to mark your calendars and forward this to a friend. For the most up to date information, click here.
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The Arc of Ohio Night with the Columbus Crew
August 31
7:30 p.m.
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Tell Congress: Support the SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act!
The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program provides critical support for millions of people with disabilities and their families to be able to afford necessities like food and rent. SSI has an asset limit that has not been updated since 1989. Right now, people who get SSI can only have $2,000 in assets. Married couples can only have $3,000. These asset limits mean that people cannot save money and force people with disabilities into poverty.
TAKE ACTION: Urge your U.S Senators to support people with disabilities and their families by cosponsoring the bipartisan SSI Savings Penalty Elimination Act (S.4102) which would raise these asset limits. Click here for more details.
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Justice Department Secures Agreement with Hotel in...
The Justice Department today entered into an agreement under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in Columbus, Ohio. The department reached the agreement with Badrivishal LLC, which owns and...
Read more
www.justice.gov
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ADA Mediation Program
In enacting the ADA, Congress specifically encouraged the use of alternative means of dispute resolution, including mediation, to resolve ADA disputes. Through its ADA Mediation Program, the Department refers appropriate ADA disputes to mediators at no cost to the parties. The mediators in the Department of Justice program are professional mediators who have been trained in the legal requirements of the ADA. The Department's program has resolved many ADA disputes quickly and effectively. Click here for more details.
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Have you ever wondered what a Provider Coordinator does?
The role of the Provider Coordinator is to support providers within our community, including:
- Developing and maintaining relationships with area providers by personally welcoming new providers to the county
- Checking in with existing providers
- Developing and implementing a provider recruitment and retention plan to meet the service needs identified in Delaware County by:
- Recruiting at local events
- Spreading awareness of Direct Support Professionals through social media
- Providing support to new providers through the certification and contract process
- Providing ongoing support to existing providers
- Reviewing and publishing Requests For Provider alerts
- Developing and distributing informational materials, resources, and trainings in response to identified needs of providers
- Publishing a monthly provider newsletter
- Coordinating and facilitating quarterly statewide Provider Coordinator meetings
- Coordinating and facilitating the Annual Provider Network meeting
- Coordinating bi-annual Provider Meet and Greets
- Maintaining provider information on the DCBDD website
- Attending events, conferences, and trainings relative to provider recruitment and retention
- Meeting with internal DCBDD departments to identify trends in the needs and abilities of providers
Check back next month, as we share information about other positions here at DCBDD!
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