Paulding County Board of Developmental Disabilities

06/18/2026

This year marks the 10th anniversary of STABLE Accounts becoming available to Ohioans with disabilities.

Join DODD Podcast host Nate Turner as he talks with Kenyatta Chandler and Alaina Bowers of the Ohio Treasurer's Office STABLE Account team.

In this episode, learn how STABLE Accounts support financial independence in the disability community and hear about important updates to eligibility requirements.

Tune in to the latest DODD Podcast: dodd.ohio.gov/communication/Podcasts

06/18/2026

📅 Save the date! Sensory Friendly Morning returns to the Ohio State Fair on July 30 from 9 AM to 2 PM.

Planning a trip to the Ohio State Fair? The Fair runs July 29-August 9 and offers a variety of accessibility supports to help everyone enjoy the experience, including accessible parking and shuttles, communication boards, ASL interpretation, companion tickets, wheelchair charging stations, quiet rooms, and more.

Sensory-Friendly Morning will take place July 30 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring reduced lights and sounds, sensory activities, quiet spaces, and other supports designed to create a more comfortable experience for fairgoers.

Before you go, check out the Ohio State Fair Accessibility Guide and plan your visit: https://www.ohiostatefair.com/p/visit/accessibility

06/12/2026

Yesterday, we held our 2026 Animal & Me Show, and words can't fully express how amazing this event truly is.

The Paulding FFA members did an incredible job working alongside our individuals, helping them show their animals and creating memories that will last a lifetime. The smiles, encouragement, and connections made throughout the day are what make this event so special.

A huge thank you to all of the students, clients, and especially Mrs. Miller and our SSA, Jessica, for their hard work and dedication in making this wonderful event possible. We are so grateful for everyone who helps make Animal & Me such a meaningful and successful experience each year.

We are already looking forward to next year's show and another opportunity to celebrate the talents, friendships, and experiences that make this event so special!

**Live feed from the show is posted below**

06/11/2026

Paulding County Animal and Me

05/26/2026

Educator Anna Gurney from Paulding Soil & Water Conservation District spoke at our May Self Advocacy Meeting about Non-Point Source Pollution. She demonstrated how pollution effects our waterways with the Lake in a Bag demonstration. We learned how yard waste, chemicals, garbage, sunshine and manure can pollute our waterways with this hands on activity.

05/13/2026

Everywhere and everyone has a story, and we want to hear yours, Allen County!

Join us at Rhodes State College on Tuesday, June 9, for MY LIFE MY STORY — The Next Chapter, a free, full-day storytelling training workshop for Ohioans with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their allies. Not only will you learn how to tell your own story, but you’ll also be able to teach others how to share theirs!

To register, either:

1. Complete and submit the online application: https://form.jotform.com/260925256040048

2. Download the pdf and email or mail the application:https://files.constantcontact.com/f50613bf301/0317c280-4900-409c-9869-148df8870b05.pdf

05/13/2026

Did you know people receiving services from Ohio's county boards of developmental disabilities can request 3D-printed assistive devices at no cost?

Through the DODD Tech Hub Expansion Grant and Ohio's Technology First Initiative, Regional Tech Hubs across the state are making custom assistive technology more accessible than ever.

The Wood County Board of DD has published a catalog of 32 devices that can be 3D-printed and shipped for free, including:

✂️ Adapted scissors and feeding cuffs for independent daily living

🔑 Key turners, faucet extenders, and light switch extenders for home accessibility

💊 Pill poppers and daily medication reminders

🖊️ Palm pens and book holders for reading and writing

👞 No-tie shoe lace systems and zipper pulls for dressing independence

🪥 Nail clipper mounts, toothpaste squeezers, and more

Many of these designs come from open-source assistive technology communities like Makers Making Change.

To request an item, individuals (or their providers, families, and service coordinators) can fill out a simple web form through Kan Du Group, a DODD-certified nonprofit in Findlay, OH.

📄 View the full catalog >>> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xXW3C7HV9VVYX1ZlpO_QxLGRJ2fCTwzs/view

📝 Request an item >>> https://kandugroup.org/products/

If you're a provider, SSA, or family member, share this with someone who could benefit. Small tools can make a big difference in building independent skills.

05/06/2026

It's that time of year again! Sign-ups are going on now until May 27th, 2026.

05/01/2026

May is —a great time to check in on yourself & your loved ones. If you or someone you know needs help, confidential support & treatment options are available.

💚 Help yourself & share to help others: samhsa.gov/find-help