Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities

04/22/2026

The MCBDD is teaming up with the Medina Recreation Center again to offer a summer experience for kids with developmental differences! ☀️

Camp Wonderful gives kids with developmental differences an opportunity to enjoy a summer camp experience with personalized support, trained staff, and engaging activities. ⛺

Click the link below to learn more about Camp Wonderful and register! 👇

🔗 Camp Wonderful Link: https://tr.ee/BhMq6p

04/22/2026

Come check out the Medina County Earth Day Festival this Saturday, April 25!

The Mobile Changing Unit from Momentum Refresh will be onsite during this event.

One week from today! Mark your calendar for the 30th Annual Medina County Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 25.

04/21/2026

This week, we’re celebrating Volunteer Appreciation Week! 🌟

Throughout the week, we’ll be sharing volunteer spotlights to recognize and thank our board members for the time, dedication, and leadership they bring to our agency.

Today, we’re highlighting MCBDD Board President Mark Gryskieweicz and Board Secretary Kelly Smith.

Thank you both for your continued commitment and service! 💙

04/21/2026

Ohio offers a wide range of autism resources for individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and support needs.

Organizations like OCALI provide statewide tools, training, and supports—including a Family Resource Hub, transition resources, sensory-friendly materials, and a lending library.

Autism Society Ohio connects families and professionals to local supports through a strong network of regional affiliates.

In addition, the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, local county boards of developmental disabilities, schools, and community-based organizations work together to provide early service intervention, service coordination, lifelong supports, and more.

For more resources and information, check out our most recent newsletter: ➡️ bit.ly/48yfrIM

04/20/2026

With summer just around the corner, sign up for the MCBDD campership program! ☀️⛺

This program provides campership funding for children and adults with developmental differences to use to attend the summer camp of their choice.

Campership Link: https://tr.ee/ZKYi8A

04/17/2026

Congratulations to the newest graduates of the Direct Support Professional University (DSP-U) program! 🎓👏

Thanks to the partnership between the MCBDD, Medina County Career Center, and OADSP, these students are now prepared to make a real impact in the lives of individuals with developmental differences.

04/16/2026

April is Occupational Therapy Month! 💙

We’re proud to celebrate and thank our incredible MCBDD Occupational Therapists for the meaningful impact they make every day.

Their dedication, compassion, and expertise help individuals build skills, gain independence, and thrive at every stage of life.

Thank you to all Occupational Therapists for supporting the people and families we serve!

04/14/2026

Mark your calendars! Our FREE Community Shred Day will be on Saturday, June 13 from 10:00am - 1:00pm. 📄

If you are buried under piles of paperwork, have stacks of old files or just need a safe, secure way to get rid of unwanted documents, then stop by and drop them off.

A shredding truck will be on-site to immediately handle all shredding needs.

04/14/2026

ElevateDD, in partnership with the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio (DSACO), is now accepting applications for the Voices Fellowship!

This program helps adults with developmental disabilities in Ohio build leadership skills and strengthen support systems.

The deadline to apply is April 24, 2026.

Learn more and apply here: https://www.elevatedd.org/elevateddvoicesfellowship

ElevateDD Voices FellowshipPolicies and systems shape access to education, healthcare, employment, and community life. When people with lived experience are part of the conversation, policies are stronger, more inclusive, and more responsive to real needs.The ElevateDD Voices Advocacy Fellowship ...

04/13/2026

Did you know that, according to the Health Policy Institute of Ohio, children with Autism are at higher risk of developing mental health conditions? Studies have found that nearly 78% of children with autism in Ohio have at least one co-occurring mental health condition, including anxiety, depression, or eating disorders.

As part of the movement, we want to highlight the families and caregivers who navigate multiple complex health systems to access the care their children need.

04/10/2026

Happy National Siblings Day! 💙

Today we celebrate siblings of people with developmental disabilities; the advocates, supporters, and lifelong teammates who help make inclusion part of everyday life. Your experiences help build understanding, compassion, and stronger communities.

We see you, we appreciate you, and we celebrate you today and every day. 💫

Happy National Siblings Day!!

At our 2025 Gala, we were thrilled to feature a truly special performance from our Sibling Magicians— whose connection goes far beyond the stage. Together, they brought creativity, teamwork, and joy to the room as they amazed the audience with their magic and shared laughter. Their performance was more than entertainment—it was a celebration of the unique bond between siblings, showcasing trust, collaboration, and the power of showing up for one another. It was a memorable highlight of the evening and a beautiful reminder of the magic that siblings create together.

Thank you Sibs!
Ethan & Sydney Biggs
Nolan & Kennedy Levy
Jennifer Dyko & Angela Rose
Blake Berger & Bailey Billings
Jane Taylor & Lisa Calderon

Also a huge thank you to Magician- Michael Dustman and Board Member- Kelly Barnett for making the program possible!

04/09/2026

April's DSP of the Month is Mary Findley! 🌟

Mary has been a certified DSP for seven years. Her favorite part of the role is watching the people she supports grow and thrive as individuals. She enjoys taking those she serves out into the community to volunteer and spending time together outdoors. Mary says there’s nothing better than seeing someone discover their interests and grow into who they are meant to be.

Thank you, Mary, for everything you do! 💙

🔗 Read more about Mary and other DSP Spotlights here: https://tr.ee/1ygl5F