Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities

01/30/2026

Weather got you down? These cheer ambassadors from our Early Childhood Education partnership are here for you with some

01/29/2026

Due to the continued extreme weather, Franklin County DD Early Childhood centers, West Central school programs and transportation services are closed again on Friday, January 30. Stay safe, and let's hope for warmer days next week!
The Franklin County DD 24-hour line is always available to report an emergency or MUI: 614-464-2743

01/28/2026

Due to the extreme weather, Franklin County DD Early Childhood centers, West Central school programs and transportation services are closed again for Thursday, January 29. Stay safe and check on others as you can.
The Franklin County DD 24-hour line is always available to report an emergency or MUI: 614-464-2743

01/28/2026

Fun fact about West Central students: They’re foodies! Whether shopping for groceries at Meijer, cooking in the school smart apartment, or savoring the choices at a mall food court, everyone loves the chance to buy or create something tasty. And after a good meal? There’s not much better than a Friday afternoon singalong concert with Chris Noon and friends.

01/27/2026

Due to the freezing temperatures and poor road conditions, Franklin County DD Early Childhood centers, West Central school programs and transportation services are closed again for Wednesday, January 28. Stay safe and limit driving if you can, and check on others.
The Franklin County DD 24-hour line is always available to report an emergency or MUI: 614-464-2743

01/26/2026

In case you wondered…only 52 days till Spring! It will come. 😊

01/26/2026

Due to the ongoing bitter cold and poor road conditions, Franklin County DD Early Childhood centers, West Central school programs and transportation services are closed again on Tuesday, January 27. Please continue to follow safety instructions from local officials, stay off the roads if you can, and check on others.
The Franklin County DD 24-hour line is always available to report an emergency or MUI: 614-464-2743

01/25/2026

Due to the extreme winter weather, Franklin County DD Early Childhood centers, West Central school programs and transportation services are closed on Monday, January 26. Please continue to follow safety instructions from local officials and stay off the roads. The Franklin County DD 24-hour line is always available to report an emergency or MUI: 614-464-2743

01/24/2026

Are you winter ready? Making a plan can help keep you and others safe when snow and temperatures fall:

Know what to do before, during and after a winter storm

Listen to local officials

Have food and emergency supplies in place, including medications and backup for medical devices

Adjust plans, and stay off the roads

Use heating devices safely and check smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

Announcements about Franklin County DD closures are shared via local radio and television stations; our 24-hour emergency line is 614-464-2743

For information about local warming centers, visit: https://www.csb.org/get-help/winter-warming-centers/

For more winter-storm safety information, visit www.ready.gov/winter-ready or www.weather.gov

01/23/2026

As we ponder and prepare for what might be a mighty winter storm, let’s follow the lead of these wise ones in our Early Childhood Education program: Stay calm and take a breath, and hope for some sledding fun! (Just not inside.)

01/22/2026

Registration opens at noon this Friday, January 23. Spots fill up fast, so be ready!

**UPDATE** Registration will open January 23, 2026 at Noon.

Link will be added to our website at https://ddohio.wordpress.com under LIVE REGISTRATION

Join us for Developmental Disabilities Awareness & Advocacy Day 2026 on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at the Ohio Statehouse Atrium.
This annual event brings together self-advocates, families, providers, and allies from across Ohio to raise awareness and advocate for strong policies that support people with developmental disabilities.

Registration opens January 23, 2026
Stay tuned for the registration link!

We can’t wait to see you at the Statehouse!

01/21/2026

Working and volunteering—both inside and outside the school—are foundational to the West Central program. Amy and Jill of our Transition Team create amazing opportunities for students at places like the Columbus Metropolitan Library operations center and Mount Carmel Health, plus our own school smart apartment and kitchen. Soon-to-be graduates get to experience day-program trials, too. And after all that hard work? Students know just where to find the mall massage chairs!