Pioneer Center / Ross County Board of Developmental Disabilities
The Ross County Board of DD exists for the purpose of improving the quality of life for our citizens who have a developmental disability.
Improving lives by supporting choices of people through community partnerships and quality services.
01/12/2026
🏀 It’s a big week for our Special Olympics Ohio - Ross County. Tonight, the Trailblazer's Black Team tips off against the Fayette County Special Olympics Team at Cherry Hill School in Washington Court House.
♥️Wednesday, the Trailblazer's Red Team takes the court against Fayette County at Cherry Hill.
🖤 Also on Wednesday, the Black Team is back in action versus the Clinton County Knights at OUC’s Shoemaker Center.
Let’s show up, cheer loud, and support our Trailblazers!
01/09/2026
Article presented by Pike County Career & Technology Center … COLUMBUS – This week, Governor Mike DeWine and OOD Director Kevin L. Miller announced OOD’s new webinar series for 2026, which aims to foster both community and workplace inclusion for Ohioans with disabilities. “In Ohio, we belie...
01/08/2026
Little Sibs are back! 💙
Join us January 13 for games, crafts, snacks, and smiles all around.
Register today by emailing Kristen Smith at krsmith@rossdd.org
01/08/2026
🐯🏀 LET’S GO, TIGERS! 🏀🐯
The court is calling and our Tigers are answering!
Catch the Pioneer Tigers vs. RCCA Eagles
📅 Wed., Jan. 14 | ⏰ 12:30 p.m.
Be there. Be loud. Be Tiger proud. 🧡🖤
01/08/2026
It’s that time of year again! 🏀
We’re searching for the best of the best, the cream of the crop, the pick of the litter- the local celebrities ready to face off against the Ross County Special Olympics Trailblazers in our 2026 Celebrity Game!
Who should take the court this year? 👀
👇 Drop your nominations in the comments!
01/08/2026
01/06/2026
New year, new opportunities to connect!
We’re offering two sets of office hours this month to support direct support providers as they navigate challenges or questions. Stop by, drop in, and chat with us. We’re here to help.
01/06/2026
🎉 We’re excited to bring Sibs back together! 🎉
Our first Ross County Sibs meet-up is happening this Saturday, and we can’t wait to reconnect, share stories, and have some fun. 💛
Interested in joining us? Register by emailing Kristen Smith at krsmith@rossdd.org.
12/31/2025
We hope you have a wonderful 2026! Our offices will reopen on Fri., Jan. 2, 2026.
12/25/2025
Merry Christmas from The Pioneer Center!
As a reminder, our offices will be closed today and tomorrow (Dec. 25 and 26), and reopening on Monday (Dec. 29).
12/10/2025
Tomorrow is our last Lunch With Friends for the year. This time, we're switching it up and doing brunch at IHOP!
If you're interested in joining, please get your RSVPs in to twallace@rossdd.org today. We hope to see you there!
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About Pioneer Center / Ross County Board of Developmental Disabilities
The Ross County Board of DD exists for the purpose of improving the quality of life for our citizens who have a developmental disability. We are committed to provide quality services that provide individuals and their families with choices that enhance community participation and achieve a life of increasing capabilities.
Our Mission
Improving lives by supporting choices of people through community partnerships and quality services.
Our Purpose
To improve the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Our Philosophy
The mission of the Ross County Board of DD is promoted through the following principles:
The Board recognizes that all individuals desire and deserve the opportunity to make decisions about their lives.
Person-centered planning is a process they enables people with developmental disabilities and their families to communicate their wants and needs to us so that the Board can arrange the supports they need for a quality life.
Service coordination is a process of assisting individuals and their families to identify and acquire the appropriate service and supports they choose for themselves within the resources available.
The dignity and self-worth of each individual shall be respected.
Service and supports shall be personalized and age appropriate.
Services for individuals with developmental disabilities should be close to their homes and families.
