Van Wert County Board of Developmental Disabilities

Van Wert County Board of Developmental Disabilities Our Core Values

Community membership
Financial responsibility
Respect
Personal accountability
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Our Core Values

Community membership
Financial responsibility
Respect
Personal accountability
Partnering
Communication
Self determination

Our Areas of Focus

Self-advocacy
Awareness
Provider development and support
Supports for Children
Community member

A Food truck event was held on Thursday to celebrate the Direct Support Professionals working in Van Wert County. A big ...
09/12/2025

A Food truck event was held on Thursday to celebrate the Direct Support Professionals working in Van Wert County. A big thank you to Burtch's Farm to Table, Sycamore Van Wert and cupcakes by Susan.

Direct Support Professionals - Our everyday heroes - supporting people with disabilities, lifting up families and making...
09/11/2025

Direct Support Professionals - Our everyday heroes - supporting people with disabilities, lifting up families and making a HUGE difference.

A great big thank you to all the DSPs who support the individuals in all aspects of their lives. Van Wert County has ap...
09/10/2025

A great big thank you to all the DSPs who support the individuals in all aspects of their lives. Van Wert County has approximately 90 Direct Support Staff. Roughly ½ of the DSPs are independent providers with the other ½ working for agencies such as Mercer Residential Services, Thomas Edison Center, Andrew Developmental Center, Right at Home, Champaign Residential Center, PC Workshop and Integrated Support Services.

Calling all DSPs, don’t forget to come and get your yummy lunch on Thursday!
09/09/2025

Calling all DSPs, don’t forget to come and get your yummy lunch on Thursday!

Happy DSP Week to our incredible Direct Support Professionals! Your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a differe...
09/08/2025

Happy DSP Week to our incredible Direct Support Professionals! Your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a difference every single day. We are so grateful for all you do to support our community. Thank you!
Van Wert County has approximately 90 Direct Support Staff. Roughly ½ of the DSPs are independent providers with the other ½ working for agencies such as Mercer Residential Services, Thomas Edison Center, Andrew Developmental Disability Services, Sisters Who Care, Right at Home, Champaign Residential Center, PC Workshop and Integrated Support Services.

09/02/2025

8/31 - 9/6 Pay What You Can!

This week, we are offering visitors a special opportunity to pay what they can for admission.

If visiting is easier if admission is $2 then that's the admission you are free to pay. If you're feeling generous and want to support Science Central by paying more than usual, thank you!

Now through Saturday, visit Science Central and pay what you can for admission.

See you soon!

08/27/2025
08/21/2025
08/18/2025

The teachers and staff of Thomas Edison Preschool are excited to welcome their students for an amazing school year ahead!

08/18/2025

August's mobile food distribution is next Tuesday - August 26th!

West Ohio Food Bank

08/14/2025

Do you love someone with Autism and need some support. This group may be for you. This is a child free event so caregivers can get a break and be present for each other.

Address

813 North Franklin Street
Van Wert, OH
45891

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14192386131

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Agency History

Historically, there were no services or educational options available for individuals with developmental disabilities. In 1961, President John F. Kennedy established a panel of professionals from many fields who would focus on bettering the service options available for those with disabilities. A year after being established, the panel of professionals delivered a report with over 100 recommendations including research, preventative health measures and educational support.

Since then, Ohio has had a strong tradition of providing services for individuals with developmental disabilities. During the 1950’s, 1960’s and 1970’s this tradition led parents, advocates and other local individuals to develop schools in their communities that would allow for educational options, sheltered workshops and other opportunities for those with developmental disabilities.

Today our system, in both Ohio and the United States in general, is at a crossroad as expectations of and for individuals with developmental disabilities rightfully increases. Individuals with developmental disabilities now, more than ever, want the opportunity to be more active and fully participate in all aspects of their community.