Thriving Together

09/26/2025

The Delaware All Horse Parade was a big hit again this year!

09/24/2025

Can’t make it to the Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival at night? No problem! The lanterns are still wonderful to see during the day.

09/23/2025

There is still plenty of time to sign up for our caregivers support & social group!
Are you a caregiver for an adult with a developmental disability and looking to connect with other caregivers? Thriving Together is excited to announce that we are hosting a support and social group specifically for you!
The best part is that you won't have to worry about care for your loved one while you attend. Our owner, Elizabeth, a disability professional with 10 years of experience, will be onsite to ensure your loved one is well-cared for and has a great time.
Check out our website for more information!
https://www.thrivingtogetherllc.org/support-social-group

09/23/2025

Early Voting sign-ups are OPEN!

In an effort to help ensure that folks with Developmental Disabilities have their voices heard, we are offering transportation to the Union County polls again this year!

Need help getting registered to vote? Reach out! We would LOVE to help you get registered!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EA5AC2EA1FAC43-58919659-early

Union County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Citizens' Committee for People with Developmental Disabilities

09/22/2025

09/19/2025

O-H!!
Wow, wow, wow! What an AMAZING time we had at the OSU vs. Grambling game! 70-0 shut out, beautiful weather and a wonderfully accommodating Ohio Stadium made for an unforgettable experience. While Anna & Diana had been to a game before, this was Ali’s first ever OSU Football game! We love being able to provide memories that will last a lifetime for the folks that we serve.

09/17/2025

The Friday crew had a great time exploring downtown Urbana! We especially enjoyed Carmazzi's Candy & General Store.

09/14/2025

I was talking with a intellectual disability support worker called Emma the other day when she said, “I’m just a support worker.” The word "just" stopped me cold. Because when I think of the work of direct support professionals, just is the last word that comes to mind.

I stopped and asked her to think about what she'd said. Because just makes it sound small. And there’s nothing small about this work. Emma helps people to make choices, to be heard, to be safe, to belong.

Emma is there in real, everyday ways: helping people to find paid work, making sure they’re included at the table, celebrating victories, big and small. That’s not “just.” Emma does life-shaping, world-changing work. If you take “just” out of the sentence, you get something far closer to the truth: Emma is a support worker. Emma is a trained professional. And that’s something to be deeply proud of.
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ID: Image shows a man who has Down syndrome smiling at the camera. Text reads "You are not just a support worker."

09/13/2025

Happy DSP appreciation week!
We are a bit behind but still grateful none the less! We could not have asked for better DSPs than Amanda & Jodi! Please join in with us in celebrating their hard work and dedication to the folks served by Thriving Together!

09/12/2025

The Richwood Independent Fair was a HUGE hit this year! Did you know that this is one of the few remaining Independent fairs in Ohio?

09/10/2025

Don't miss out on this fun and educational event!

For more information, please contact Brent Nickle at bnickel@unioncountyohio.gov.