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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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Courtney's Corner
Courtney's Corner is an informal, family-focused discussion of lessons learned during the transition to adult life, led by Outreach Advocate Courtney Hines.
The July meeting will be held at the Orange Branch of the Delaware County District Library (7171 Gooding Blvd, Lewis Center) on July 27 from 3:30 – 4:30 pm.
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2023-2025 DCBDD Strategic Plan
Every 3 years, County Boards develop and adopt a Strategic Plan to help focus and guide Board operations. The Strategic Plan includes the county board's Mission & Vision, and must also include how the Board plans to:
- Promote advocacy through the person-centered planning process, activities, and community connections
- Ensure that individuals receive services in the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs
- Reduce the number of individuals in the county waiting for services
- Increase the number of individuals of working age engaged in community employment
- Take measures to recruit sufficient providers of services to meet the needs of individuals receiving services in the county
- Meet with each newly certified independent provider within sixty calendar days of the provider being selected to provide services to an individual
- Develop goals to increase the use of technology solutions
Help guide DCBDD as we develop goals that not only meet our statutory requirements, but exceed them so that we can best support the residents of our county. Click here to take the survey.
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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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Family Access Membership
Did you know that the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium has a Family Access Membership? This is a discounted membership for families in Ohio that qualify for eligible programs including WIC, Medicaid, or EBT. The membership admits up to two primary named adult members in the same household, plus either dependent children OR grandchildren up to age 21 (not both) to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. All for just $45 per year! Click here for more information.
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School Clothing Vouchers
It’s that time of year again - time to start back-to-school shopping! Delaware County Department of Job & Family Services is proud to be able to offer assistance with school clothing again this year. They have partnered with Kohl's in Delaware to offer school clothing vouchers to eligible families. Click here to apply for a school clothing voucher.
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Monthly Technology First Feature |
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Accessible Places from Google Maps
Quickly find out if a place is wheelchair accessible! Turn on the new Accessible Places feature to make accessibility information easier to find when you search. Click here to learn more.
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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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Community Events & Resources |
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Empowering People with Disabilities and Communities to Prevent Abuse
July 6
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
IMPACT:Ability aims to reduce the risks of abuse by teaching safety strategies and interpersonal skills to all people with disabilities whether they’re in their home, in the community, at work, or online. The skills center around:
- Self-advocacy
- Boundary setting
- Emotional self-regulation and adrenaline management
- Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships
- Reporting mistreatment and abuse
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Join the Center for Disability Empowerment for ADA Day on Friday, July 8.
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The Future is Now: Planning Sessions for Families with an Older Caregiver
July 19, 21, 26, 28
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
The Future is Now is a multi-part series hosted by the Hamilton County Board of Developmental Disabilities online via Zoom and designed to help older caregivers and their family members with a disability make plans for the future. Join the free sessions here.
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Financial & Future Planning
July 19, July 26, & Aug 9
6:30 p.m
Parents of an individual with developmental disabilities have a variety of personal and financial implications to consider. From guardianship and supported decision-making to waivers and government benefit programs, parents should understand how their actions (or inactions) can impact a child’s eligibility for various benefits. Register for this webinar series to learn strategies to help you maximize benefits and plan for your loved one’s future. Join the free sessions here.
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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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Ohio Community of Practice for Supporting Families
July 27
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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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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Diversity & Intersectionality Through the Disability Lens
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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Aspirations Social Skills Group
The Aspirations Program at the Nisonger Center is now accepting applications for their Fall 2022 social skills group for individuals ages 13 to 30 with autism spectrum disorder. Space is limited. Register here.
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A Dad's Perspective: Supporting Fathers of Children with Developmental Disability
If you are a Ohio father of a child with developmental disabilities, of any age, please take 5-10 minutes to complete this anonymous 18 question survey to share your experiences and perspectives with the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities on what service systems are doing well, what they could be doing better, and what you need for support as you care for a child with a developmental disability. How do 'systems' and organizations best support you as a father of child with developmental disabilities? Some questions will relate to your culture, ethnicity, family values, family relationships, and supports in place. Click here to complete the survey.
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