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Help us celebrate ALL of the wonderful nominees for this
year's Lifetime of Giving awards!
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National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month - Webinar Recap
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Monthly Community Resource Feature |
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Strengthening Families
Instead of dispensing snacks or drinks, this new vending machine produces books! Students attending programming at the Strengthening Families - United Way of Delaware County Hub have an opportunity to earn and keep a recently published book. Selected in partnership with the Delaware County District Library, purchased at Beanbag Books, and donated by the Cornely Family, this diverse collection of best-selling, current books have something for everyone, including manga, graphic novels, YA novels, middle grade, and picture books. Click here for more information.
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Monthly Technology First Feature |
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FallCall Detect
FallCall Detect is smart fall technology plus a Personal Emergency Response System designed for Apple Watch. It's the only app of its kind, distinguishing between high-impact falls that may require medical attention and low-impact falls that may only need Caregiver assistance. 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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Week of the Young Child
This is an annual celebration sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The purpose of the Week of the Young Child is to focus public attention on the needs of young children and their families and to recognize the early childhood programs and services that meet those needs. Click here to view the flyer.
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Ohio Parent to Parent (Ohio P2P)
Ohio P2P is a statewide matching program that matches parents, family members, or caregivers of a person with a disability or special healthcare need. Our program is unique because we match families with an experienced, trained, volunteer support parent. Click here to view the flyer.
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First Friday Delaware - Earth Day Everyday
April 1
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Come find the DCBDD table at Delaware's First Friday!
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Demystifying Disability
April 8
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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Easter Egg Trunk Hunt
April 9
3:00 p.m.
Join the Autism Society of Central Ohio and New Beginnings Church for their Easter Egg Trunk Hunt! There will be an "Easter Egg Hunt" - a walk through event with volunteers passing out eggs from their trunks, photos with the Easter Bunny, and a craft area in an open-air pavilion. All ages and abilities welcome! This event is FREE - register here.
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Spring Quiet Hours at the Columbus Zoo
April 10
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Zoo will offer "quiet hours" for families to enjoy the Zoo in a calm and relaxed atmosphere, without added background sounds (such as music throughout the park or carousel) that can be challenging for individuals with sensory needs. A sensory-friendly Zoo entrance will be available from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. for individuals who may have significant trouble standing in line. Click here for more information.
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Internet Safety
April 12
6:30 p.m.
Via Zoom and Facebook Live
Join us for the April session of the Discovery Series, as we learn about Internet Safety. To learn more or to sign up for April'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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Ohio's Community of Practice for Supporting Families
April 27
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
The Ohio Community of Practice for Supporting Families is a place to connect with other people who support Ohioans with disabilities and their families throughout the state. Register today to learn more about Charting the LifeCourse framework, what's working in Ohio, and how to develop a plan to support people and their families through local communities of practice. Click here for more information.
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Family Organization Forum
May 11
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Organizations supporting families of Ohioans with disabilities are invited to send their representatives to a Family Organization Forum to hear updates from the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD), provide feedback, network and share information. These regular forums are intended to strengthen the channels of communication between DODD and family organizations in order to provide families with timely and accurate information. Click here for more information.
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The Arc of Ohio Day @ Cedar Point
May 19
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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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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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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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Partners in Play - Camp Freedom 2022
Partners in Play is looking for campers who want to be outside this summer exploring nature with friends. Open to campers 9 years old and up who find themselves feeling overwhelmed with the demands of life. Registration is now open! To register, send an email to
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Petition to Install Universal Changing Tables in Park Restrooms in Delaware County
The parent of an individual served by DCBDD has started a petition to encourage the installation of universal changing tables in Delaware County parks, and she's asking for your help! Click here to view the petition.
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Changing Spaces Ohio
Changing Spaces Ohio advocates for height adjustable adult changing stations to be installed in public places. Without adult changing stations, many individuals and their families cannot fully participate within our communities. A Facebook group has been set up to create awareness - Click here for more information.
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COVID-19 Resources
Please 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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