September 3, 2020
DODD Podcast with Dr. Sorg
Dr. Laura Sorg, medical director at the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, joins Director Jeff Davis to discuss her role at the department, COVID-19, and keeping Ohioans with developmental disabilities healthy. 
This Month
Phone. Keys. Mask.
DSP Connection
Be Counted in the 2020 Census!
When Director Davis leaves the house he grabs his phone, keys, and masks. Make masks a daily part of your routine too!
DODD has a publication just for DSPs. Ask your DSP to sign up for DSP Connection here for the latest information.
There's still time to fill out the 2020 Census! Visit the census website to be counted.
Ohio Advocate Renee Wood Featured in Amazon Alexa Video
Prominent Ohio advocate Renee Wood is featured in a new web advertisement from Amazon that promotes the accessibility of Amazon Alexa.
DSP Recognition
DSP Recognition Week is coming soon! Help DODD celebrate September 13-19 by sharing your appreciation for you or your family member's DSP. Tag DODD on social media or send a short video sharing what you appreciate about your DSP. (Send videos to [email protected])
CDE Offering Leadership Academy Course
The Center for Disability Empowerment and the Ohio Family Network are offering a Leadership Academy Course with grant funding from DODD. Learn more and register here.
Drowning Prevention Tips
Children with autism are at extremely high risk of drowning compared to other children. The National Autism Association reports that drowning is among the leading causes of death for people with autism. Read these tips for drowning prevention from the American Association of Pediatrics.
OSDA Voting Webinar
Join the Ohio Self Determination Association for a virtual network meeting about voting. On Wednesday, September 9 at 9:30 AM, follow this link to learn more about voting.
September Family Advisory Council Meeting
The September Family Advisory Council meeting will be held virtually on Wednesday, September 16 from 12 - 2 PM. Please register here.
DODD Releases Strategic Plan
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) has released it's Strategic Plan. Visit the DODD website to hear from Director Jeff Davis and view the plan.
Statewide Support Teams
DODD's statewide support teams are available to assist with a variety of issues. Visit the DODD website to find support for your region.
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