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Check out what's new this issue!
- Take a Nature Break
- Trunk-Or-Treat
- Let's Get Crafty: Pumpkin Wreath
- Postsecondary Transition Virtual Session
- Dress For Success Volunteer Open House
- Nurse's Notes: Strokes
- Provider Office Hours
- Accessible Free Covid-19 Tests
- Take the Ohio DD Council Survey
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Speak Up Food Drive
Tuesday, September 24 - Friday, November 1 from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Speak Up is kicking off their food drive in benefit of Fairfield Food Pantry! You may drop off non-perishable food items at the Janet Clemmons Center beginning on Tuesday, September 24 – Friday, November 1 any time between 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday through Friday! The most common food needs are: Peanut Butter, Canned Fruit and Vegetables, Macaroni & Cheese, Cereal, Snacks, Spaghetti & Sauce, Canned Meats (Tuna, Chicken, etc.), and Dried Pasta & Rice! Give back to your community with our Speak Up self-advocacy group!
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SALT TALKS Lunch & Learn: Public Transport & Independent Driving
Wednesday, October 9 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
SALT Talk is a monthly series that provides learning opportunities, along with resources and guidance, to families of children with disabilities so that they can successfully navigate the transition from school to adult life. During this virtual Lunch & Learn session keynote speaker, Shannon Webster, the Greene County Mobility Manager, will walk those that attend through the public transportation system and getting a personal driver’s license. All are welcome to attend! If you have any questions about the SALT Talk Lunch & Learn series please email prtpattis@gmail.com. Register for the SALT Talk Lunch and Learn click! For more information on the SALT Talk Lunch & Learn Series and registration details visit the BCBDD event page on Facebook!
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Cookies and Connections: Wonderful World of Waivers
Wednesday, October 9 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join Gary Tonks, President/CEO & David Lewis, Executive Vice President of The Arc of Ohio for a presentation and overview of Ohio’s Medicaid and Waivers System, with an update of waiver eligibility and available services, and due process rights. This is a perfect opportunity for families and professionals to explore how waivers can best meet the needs of Ohioans with developmental disabilities. This session will take place at the Janet Clemmons Center located at 282 N. Fair Ave. in Hamilton, Ohio. DODD Approved for 2 hours of Continuing Professional Development Units: Adult Services, County Board Members, SSAs, and Superintendents. Register on our website today. If you have any questions, Dena Barrett at dabarrett@butlerdd.org or call 513-785-4634.
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Take a Nature Break
Thursday, October 10 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Relax and rejuvenate in nature with this self-guided walk at Rentschler Forest Metro Park located at 5701 Reigart Road in Hamilton, Ohio. Enjoy the calm and quiet, observing nature and breathing deeply to decrease stress and increase our resilience. Move at your own tempo on a designated path during this mindful experience.
Pick one of the two times that are being offered on this date, which are 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm or 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm. Register today!
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Tartan TOPS Open House
Monday, October 14 from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Come as your schedule allows to learn more about how the Sinclair Community College Tartan TOPS Program supports college students with intellectual and developmental disabilities! The open house will be at Sinclair Community College's Dayton Campus in Building 9, Room 315. If you have any questions email Tartan TOPS at tristan.caput@sinclair.edu or call 937-512-2309.
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SALT TALKS: What is Inclusive Post Secondary Education
Monday, October 15 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
During this virtual session keynote speaker, Tristan Chaput, Program Coordinator, Tartan TOPS for Accessibility Services Sinclair College, will be talking all about Post Secondary Education. All are welcome to attend! CEUs have been approved for those with an SSA certification who attend the full session. If you requested CEUs, you should receive your certificate of completion approximately two weeks after the session. Please email your request to prtpattis@gmail.com. Register for the SALT Talk! For more information on the SALT Talk and registration details visit the BCBDD event page on Facebook!
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Join the Speak Up Self Advocacy Group!
Tuesday, October 22 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Join the advocacy group Speak Up sponsored by the Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities! Everyone can be a self-advocate! Meetings occur once a month at the Janet Clemmons Center and are focused on ways to advocate for yourself and your community. If you have any questions please contact Courtney Hineman at crhineman@butlerdd.org or Lynn Goodwin at mgoodwin@butlerdd.org.
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SALT TALKS: Home Sweet Home
Tuesday, October 22 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
During this virtual session keynote speaker, Christy Ross, Residential Options Coordinator, will be talking all about the housing decisions and processes you could expect to face. All are welcome to attend! CEUs have been approved for those with an SSA certification who attend the full session. If you requested CEUs, you should receive your certificate of completion approximately two weeks after the session. Please email your request to prtpattis@gmail.com. Register for the SALT Talk! For more information on the SALT Talk and registration details visit the BCBDD event page on Facebook!
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Trunk-Or-Treat
Thursday, October 24 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Join the BCESC for their annual Trunk-or-Treat at the Butler County Fairgrounds located at 1715 Fairgrove Ave. in Hamilton, Ohio. Current families the BCESC serves as well as families they haven't met yet are invited to attend! They will supply trick or treat bags. Participants can trunk or treat at more than 50 cars, meet the Hamilton Fire Department, see one of the Fire Department's trucks, and learn more about BCESC programs.
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Virtual Programming for the entire month!
Every single day in October!
We have partnered with We Thrive Together and are excited to share their monthly events! Each day of the month We Thrive Together features virtual events that you can register for. Find anything from games to fitness to advocacy! After registering for a virtual event you will receive an email with a link to the event. You may register through the We Thrive Together website or contact Alyssa through email at Alyssa@WeThriveTogether.org or call 1-866-584-5640. Register for an event! Want to know what's going on daily at We Thrive Together? Sign up for text message alerts by texting "wethrivetogether" to (855) 680-2486!
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Autism and WE Peer Support Call
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
AUTISM AND WE is a collaborative of Parents, Clinicians, Caregivers, and Educators whom all share a common goal. To support, educate and advocate for a unique segment of the population misunderstood, underrepresented, and often forgotten. During the monthly meetings, Autism and WE will present a variety of speakers, trainers, and representatives from various community resources. The goal is to improve the lives of those with Autism and other Developmental Disorders through open forums and discussions. Register for the Zoom link!
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Let's Get Crafty: Pumpkin Wreath
Thursday, October 3 from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join us and let’s get crafty, this week’s craft will be a pumpkin wreath. The supplies you will need for this craft are a paper plate, craft paper, a string/yarn, crayons/markers/colored pencils, scissors, and tape or glue!
Please register through our website or by email at Alyssa@WeThriveTogether.org.
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Postsecondary Transition Virtual Session
Thursday, October 10 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
This virtual session brought to you by the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities, will help participants gain an understanding of the importance of transition planning for youth with special needs. Discussion will focus on the requirements under IDEA 2004 for writing a transition plan, when the process should begin, timelines, and who is involved in writing the transition plan. Register to access the Zoom link!
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Speed Friends
Wednesday, November 13 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Do you want more friends? Do you want to meet people who share your interests? Try out Speed Friends! At Speed Friends, you will have a chance to meet many possible friends. Each round, you will be chatting with someone new to see if there is a spark. This format will allow you to expand your social circle. This will be on Zoom. For adults 18 and up. Questions? Contact Ann Myres at 513-703-2138. Register on our website!
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Advocacy Wednesdays
Every Wednesday at 11:00 a.m.
The Ohio Self Determination Association (OSDA) is partnering with We Thrive Together every Wednesday to talk advocacy! If you are looking for leadership opportunities for members of the advocacy group in your county or region, you can create an opportunity for disability experts (people who live with a disability) by contacting Dana Charlton at osda2011@gmail.com or call 614-563-0788 for more information. Join the meeting via Zoom every Wednesday!
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Walk With a Doc Middletown
3rd Saturday of every month from 9:00 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Walking is one of the best things you can do for your physical and mental health! Walk with a Doc is a walking program designed for anyone looking to embrace a healthier lifestyle. Participants spend a few minutes learning about a current health topic from a healthcare professional, followed by a healthy walk and engaging conversation. It’s an excellent opportunity to get active, enjoy the benefits of walking, and have fun. You can walk at your own pace and cover the distance you’re comfortable with. The walk will take place at Rosa Parks School located at 1210 Verity Pkwy, Middletown, OH 45044. If there is inclement weather the walk will take place at the YMCA located at 1020 Manchester Ave. To learn more visit the Walk with a Doc website!
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Dress For Success Volunteer Open House
Thursday, October 10 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Looking for ways to help your community this year? Stop by the Dress For Success Cincinnati Volunteer Open House at 4623 Wesley Ave., Ste. H, Cincinnati, OH 45212. Meet the staff, take a tour, and learn more about volunteer opportunities. Want to learn more but can't attend? Reach out to Volunteer Manager Courtney Shannon at cshannon@dfscincy.org.
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Nurse's Notes: Strokes
Every 3 months, our staff nurses share important health updates. This month, our nurses are talking about Strokes. A stroke is when something blocks the blood flow to certain parts of the brain (Ischemic Stroke) or when blood vessels in the brain burst (Hemorrhagic Stroke). This causes that part of the brain to be either damaged or die. This can ultimately lead to long term damage, disability or even death. To read more about Strokes visit our website!
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Provider Office Hours
Thursday, October 3, October 17, November 7, November 21, and December 3 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The Butler County Board of DD will holding 4 trainings/office hours for providers at the Janet Clemmons Center located at 282 N Fair Ave in Hamilton, Ohio. All sessions will take place in Conference Room A.
Session 1 Topic: Documentation
Session 2 Topic: Billing
Session 3 Topic: Documentation
Session 4 Topic: Billing
Contact Amy Winkler at arwinkler@butlerdd.org or 513-785-2876 or Cathy Borders at cmborders@butlerdd.org or 513-785-4680 with any questions.
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Accessible Free Covid-19 Tests
The federal government is once again providing free COVID-19 tests to households this year. Every US household is eligible for up to 4 tests. Visit COVIDTests.gov to have 4 test kits sent to your home for free. Additionally, there are tests available that are more accessible for people with disabilities (while supplies last). To order the accessible tests visit the website!
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Take the Ohio DD Council Survey
The Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council work is guided by its Five-Year State Plan. This plan is developed based on input from people with developmental disabilities (DD), their family members, and community stakeholders across the state. They are in the early stages of developing the next Five-Year State Plan for 2027-2031, and the first step is to gather public input through a survey. Take the survey today! It's available in English, Spanish, and Somali, and will be open from October 1 through December 31, 2024.
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