Ohio Olmstead Task Force

05/28/2026

While leadership misrepresents caregiving services to the public, people with disabilities are being left out of the conversation.

Comprehensive data hasn’t been shown to support the allegations of ‘rampant fraud’ in the system. Ohio MUST provide transparency regarding fraud and abuse before freezing or cutting services for people with disabilities.

05/26/2026

Let's address any fraud with the facts, not myths about home and community-based services. Misinformation puts people with disabilities in at risk of losing access to caregivers.

05/26/2026

Governor DeWine recently announced emergency initiatives that impact people who receive home and community-based services. These include:

05/22/2026

A message from Ohioans with disabilities: caregivers provide life essential services, not simply companionship. We need to be at the decision-making table regarding any initiatives that will impact the ability to access these care services and remain independent in our communities.

Do you want to share your story? Email OhioOlmstead@gmail.com.

05/22/2026

Ohio Olmstead Task Force, disability organizations and advocates across the state released a joint statement calling for transparency and inclusion as it relates to upcoming to Medicaid Home and Community Based Services initiatives. Read the entire press release here: https://www.disabilityrightsohio.org/news/ohioans-with-disabilities-sound-the-alarm-after-latest-attack-on

Fraud should be investigated, but not in ways that endanger the people who rely on these services to survive. Thank you for joining us in the fight for disability rights and dignity: Disability Rights Ohio, Breaking Silences, The Center for Disability Empowerment, Independence Alliance, The Access Center, The Ability Center, Western Reserve Independent Living Center.

05/11/2026

OOTF and Independence Alliance presented to over 40 stakeholders at Coalition On Homelessness and Housing in Ohio's 2026 Conference. The discussion centered on Accessible, Affordable Housing with real world instructions on how you can be an advocate for better policies and more housing in our state. View some slides in this post, or access the entire slideshow here: www.bit.ly/DisabilityHousingOH26.

05/11/2026

An accessible vehicle helps Edward regain a sense of independence and, in his words, “opens the doorways for you to go!”Learn about Edward’s journey and expl...

05/07/2026

The Ohio Statewide Independent Living Council (OSILC) wants to hear from people with disabilities!
Share your experiences, goals, and any challenges you face—whether or not you are connected with Center for Independent Living (CIL) services. Your feedback will help improve services and help OSILC better support people with disabilities in the community.
Please take the survey today using the link or QR code below:
https://www.research.net/r/OSILC_Survey
🔹 All responses go directly to Measurement Resources Company, our survey partner, and will remain anonymous to OSILC.
🔹The survey takes about 5 minutes to complete.
🔹 The deadline to provide your input is May 22, 2026.
Taking the survey is optional, but your input is important.
Have questions about the survey?
Contact Emily Wolfe-Sherrie:
Phone: 614-947-8899
Email: ewolfe-sherrie@measurementresourcesco.com See less

The Ohio Statewide Independent Living Council (OSILC) wants to hear from people with disabilities!

Share your experiences, goals, and any challenges you face—whether or not you are connected with Center for Independent Living (CIL) services. Your feedback will help improve services and help OSILC better support people with disabilities in the community.

Please take the survey today using the link or QR code below:
https://www.research.net/r/OSILC_Survey

🔹 All responses go directly to Measurement Resources Company, our survey partner, and will remain anonymous to OSILC.
🔹The survey takes about 5 minutes to complete.
🔹 The deadline to provide your input is May 22, 2026.

Taking the survey is optional, but your input is important.

Have questions about the survey?
Contact Emily Wolfe-Sherrie:
Phone: 614-947-8899
Email: ewolfe-sherrie@measurementresourcesco.com

05/06/2026

Our Monthly May OOTF meeting will start in a few minutes. We would also like to hear more from the different organizations represented in our coalition. Please let us know if you would like to join and don't have access to the listserv. Visit www.ohioolmstead.com for more information.

OOTF's mission is to advocate, educate, and support change for all people with disabilities by ensuring their rights to participate in a thriving community life.

05/01/2026

Ohio Olmstead Task Force was proud to present a session at Coalition On Homelessness and Housing in Ohio's 2026 Conference on The State of Affordable, , alongside Independence Alliance. Stay tuned for a post with information shared during the presentation!

The event has drawn roughly 800 advocates, service providers, policymakers and housing experts to downtown Columbus.