February 2024

Ohio DD Council’s newest Council Member, Latisha, currently lives in Dayton, Ohio. When asked about her city, she shares that Wright Patterson Air Force Base is a big staple in her city of Dayton that people from everywhere come to visit. Latisha also adds Dayton is the home of the famous Wright Brothers.

One of Latisha’s earliest acts of advocacy was when she told the truth to the powers-that-be about her living situation which she wasn't pleased with at the time. As a result, her advocacy ended up with her receiving an Individual Option Waiver and a wealth of independence.

Two Ohio DD Council grantees have released surveys and need input from the DD community.

• Survey on disability employment services and resources
• Survey on the home care nursing crisis for people with developmental disabilities

Read more and share your insight!

The Ohio DD Council is seeking proposals from experienced and qualified consultants/firms who specialize in and have documented expertise in creating and conducting diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural competence strategic planning and training services for public entities. 

The successful proposal shall provide information on the consultant/firm’s background and experience in working with diversity, equity, and inclusion and cultural and linguistic competence within the context of public entities, integration of best practices into the proposed engagement approach, and preparing diversity, equity, inclusion and cultural competency strategic plans and training.

​​On Thursday, March 7, from 11 AM - 12 PM, the World Institute on Disability (WID) will be facilitating a virtual discussion to explore the disability employment landscape in Ohio. 

People with disabilities and their families in Ohio are invited to join WID for a focus group to discuss gaps and opportunities in employment services, identify needs, and explore strategies to foster independence and promote inclusion. This event is made possible through funding from the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council. 

DODD announced that $56 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) money will be distributed across Ohio to provide more opportunities and better support for Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families once the state’s spending plan is approved by CMS. 

These one-time funds will support various projects in key areas, including support for people receiving services and their families, the workforce, innovative technology, youth with complex needs, and the waiver modernization project. 

These projects provide unique opportunities to explore new ideas and bolster efforts aligned with DODD’s strategic plan and priorities of Ohio’s DD community. 

Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council

ddc.ohio.gov