Jefferson County Board of DD

11/23/2025

Have a beautiful and blessed Sunday! 😃

Sundays provide us with delightful moments to reflect, reset, and rejuvenate. Let’s not waste a single moment of this precious day.

11/22/2025

Have a super duper Saturday! 😃

11/22/2025

Communication boards help people communicate with others by using symbols, pictures, or photos. They can be used by people to express their needs, preferences, and decisions. DODD has created a collection of communication boards for people to download to allow people with various communication needs to engage in their communities and activities.

Download this board and more at: https://dodd.ohio.gov/communication/communication-boards

11/22/2025

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This incredible event will create lasting . Guests will receive treatment inside the Toronto City Schools, including a red-carpet arrival, professional photographs, hair and makeup stations, corsages and boutonnieres, a catered dinner, karaoke, and a limousine ride for every guest attending Night to Shine. And, of course, there will be a dance floor, culminating in the moment when each guest is crowned as the king or queen of the prom.

🔗 Honored Guest registration and link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE_YbCzrXBITq28fKFR458JCGxRc8prbZw2PUVZwzoPFXAPw/viewform?usp=header

🔗 Volunteer/Buddy details and link:
https://forms.gle/SthXqV9A8pY739TH6

If you have any questions, please email us at northrovernighttoshine@gmail.com or text 740.219.9956. Leave a message, and someone will get back to you.

✅We also have sponsorship available. Please use the given email above if you’d like more information.

11/21/2025

Special Olympics Ohio Unified Champion Schools team and ClickOn digital team wrapped up this week of filming, capturing Special Olympics Unified Livestock Show - SOULS mentors and exhibitors.

We are thrilled to witness the transformative power of inclusion in our county. Our goal is to create inclusive schools where students with disabilities feel valued and actively participate in all school activities, opportunities, and functions.

11/21/2025

Have a fantastic Friday! 😃

11/20/2025

Ohio Association of County Boards’ 42nd Annual Convention, Day 2️⃣

This year’s convention brings together developmental disabilities professionals and advocates from across Ohio. They come together to share ideas, spark innovation, and celebrate the impact of their work. From fresh strategies to inspiring stories, attendees leave energized and ready to continue advancing our system for people with developmental disabilities and their families.

11/20/2025

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Check out the new Assistive Technology Resource Guide! The online AT Resource Guide provides an overview of what AT is, goes through the consideration and assessment processes, discusses various funding options for AT, and outlines how to document AT in an IEP. It helps Ohio educational teams understand their obligations to provide AT devices and services to students with disabilities. Visit https://ataem.org/at-resource-guide to learn more!

11/20/2025

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11/20/2025

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Did you miss our Fall Coat Giveaway? WE'VE GOT GOOD NEWS!

Our Urban Thrift & Opportunity Center will continue to distribute coats throughout the fall and winter seasons.

We are still welcoming donations of new or gently used coats, hats, gloves and scarves. Donations can be dropped off at our donation center Tuesday - Friday, between 9:00 AM and 3:30 PM.

11/20/2025

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Traffic stop practice events are teaching drivers and passengers with autism what it's like to be pulled over — complete with flashing lights, sirens and officer interactions — all in a controlled setting.

11/20/2025

We do not remember days, we remember moments. ☺️

What a wonderful way to build a moment with your family. 🫂

Free 🏒Wheeling Nailers🏒 ticket for your loved one with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. All Caregivers or staff tickets are $10 a ticket. 🎫