Adams County Board DD

Adams County Board DD Serving eligible individuals with disabilities in Adams County, Ohio

This alert provides critical information to caregivers about recognizing and responding to medical emergencies...The mos...
06/02/2026

This alert provides critical information to caregivers about recognizing and responding to medical emergencies...

The most important job of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) is to keep the people they support healthy and safe. DSPs can help prevent serious health problems when they notice small changes early. One of the best ways to do this is by knowing what is normal or usual for that person. When you know what is typical, you can quickly spot when something is different.
For more information on this go to https://dodd.ohio.gov/health-and-welfare/health-and-welfare-alerts/recognizing-medical-emergencies

🥇 HE BROUGHT HOME THE GOLD! 🥇What an incredible weekend for one of our very own!The 2026 Special Olympics Ohio Summer Ga...
06/02/2026

🥇 HE BROUGHT HOME THE GOLD! 🥇

What an incredible weekend for one of our very own!

The 2026 Special Olympics Ohio Summer Games took place this past weekend at The Ohio State University, kicking off with an unforgettable Opening Ceremony at the iconic Horseshoe. Athletes from across the state came together to showcase their talents, determination, and competitive spirit during three exciting days of competition, celebration, and achievement.

We are thrilled to recognize Darrell Grooms for his outstanding performance on the state stage!

Darrell competed in both the 100-Meter Dash and the Softball Throw, representing our area with pride and determination. His hard work and dedication paid off as he raced to a FIRST-PLACE finish in the 100-Meter Dash, earning a Gold Medal! 🥇

As if that wasn’t impressive enough, Darrell also secured THIRD PLACE in the Softball Throw, bringing home a Bronze Medal! 🥉

Darrell currently competes with Highland County Special Olympics under the leadership of Nathan Boatman, and we are incredibly proud of all that he has accomplished. His success is a testament to the power of perseverance, commitment, and the opportunities created through community partnerships.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the Highland County Board of Developmental Disabilities and Highland County Special Olympics for their continued collaboration and support. By working together, we can create meaningful experiences, foster inclusion, and provide life-changing opportunities for the individuals we serve.

Please join us in congratulating Darrell on this remarkable achievement! Your hard work, sportsmanship, and determination inspire us all.

🎉 Congratulations, Darrell! We are proud of you and excited to celebrate your success! 🎉


🎉☀️ What an Incredible Friday at the ACBDD Summer Kickoff Picnic! ☀️🎉Friday was a day to remember as the ACBDD welcomed ...
06/01/2026

🎉☀️ What an Incredible Friday at the ACBDD Summer Kickoff Picnic! ☀️🎉

Friday was a day to remember as the ACBDD welcomed the individuals we serve, their providers, families, and community partners to our annual Summer Kickoff Picnic at Seaman Legion Park.

The park was filled with laughter, friendship, and excitement from beginning to end! Whether participants were cooling off at the splash pad, enjoying a game of basketball, or spending time with friends, smiles could be seen throughout the park all day long.

One of the highlights of the day was the announcement of the winner of the ACBDD Shirt Design Competition. Congratulations to Caleb Holstetter on his outstanding design! We are excited to showcase his creativity on this year’s ACBDD shirts.

We were also honored to welcome representatives from the Adams County Board of Elections, who recognized individuals who volunteered at the polls during the Primary Election. Certificates and medals were presented in appreciation of their service, demonstrating the power of community involvement and partnership. A special thank you to Carol Knauff and Mark Tolle for joining us and helping make the day even more meaningful.

The event was a tremendous success, bringing people together, creating lasting memories, and celebrating the wonderful individuals and partnerships that make our community so special.

A heartfelt thank you goes to BeeKay Sweets for providing a delicious meal and to our master griller, Brian Mason, for keeping the hot dogs coming!

We also extend our sincere appreciation to the entire staff of Venture Productions Inc.for not only providing outstanding support and services throughout the event, but for being an important part of the day itself. Your dedication, enthusiasm, and commitment helped make this celebration a truly special experience for everyone involved.

Most importantly, thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this event such a memorable celebration. Together, we created a day filled with joy, connection, inclusion, and community spirit. The memories made, friendships strengthened, and smiles shared are what made this day truly special.

Here’s to a fantastic summer ahead! ☀️🎉❤️


Adams County Board of Elections

🥁 Drumroll, please… 🥁🎉 And the winner of the ACBDD Shirt Design Competition is… Caleb Hostetter! 🎉Congratulations, Caleb...
05/30/2026

🥁 Drumroll, please… 🥁

🎉 And the winner of the ACBDD Shirt Design Competition is… Caleb Hostetter! 🎉

Congratulations, Caleb! We are thrilled to announce you as the winner of this year’s ACBDD Shirt Design Competition. Your creativity, talent, and artistic vision truly stood out, and we are excited to showcase your winning design on our official ACBDD shirts.

This competition highlighted the incredible talents of the individuals we serve, and we couldn’t be more proud of everyone who participated. A special thank you goes out to all eight artists who submitted designs. Each entry was unique, creative, and a reflection of the amazing talents within our community. You should all be proud of your work!

We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who took the time to vote. Your participation helped make this competition a tremendous success and demonstrated the support our community has for the individuals we serve.

👕 The winning ACBDD shirts will be available for purchase beginning June 22nd.

🚗 Be sure to visit our first shirt sales booth at the Ramblin’ Relics Car Show on June 28th, where the shirts will officially make their debut!

Trust us—you are going to want one of these shirts! Not only are they a great way to show your support, but every purchase helps make a difference.

❤️ All proceeds from shirt sales will benefit the ACBDD Advocacy Program, helping support opportunities, education, inclusion, self-advocacy, and experiences for the individuals we serve.

To purchase a shirt or learn more, please contact Charissa Gardner at 937-515-1117.

Thank you again to our artists, voters, and community members for making this competition such an exciting and memorable event. Together, we continue to celebrate talent, promote inclusion, and support advocacy throughout Adams County.



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🍽️ Spread the News — DINE to DONATE! 💙💚Join us on Friday, June 5th for a special community event that gives back right h...
05/28/2026

🍽️ Spread the News — DINE to DONATE! 💙💚

Join us on Friday, June 5th for a special community event that gives back right here in Adams County!

When you dine at one of our participating local restaurants, a portion of sales will help support the People’s First Advocacy Program and provide opportunities, education, life experiences, and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.

We are incredibly thankful to these generous local businesses for partnering with us to make a difference:

🍔 Frisch’s – West Union | 4:00–8:00 PM
🥗 Abby’s Place – Peebles | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
🔥 Smokin’ J’s – Wi******er | 2:00–7:00 PM

Enjoy a great meal while supporting inclusion, advocacy, and opportunities that matter within our community. Every meal truly counts, and every person matters.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post! 💙💚


🎉 The ACBDD Shirt Design Competition Voting is OFFICIALLY OPEN! 🎉It’s time to help choose our next amazing ACBDD shirt d...
05/27/2026

🎉 The ACBDD Shirt Design Competition Voting is OFFICIALLY OPEN! 🎉

It’s time to help choose our next amazing ACBDD shirt design — and we need YOUR vote! 👕✨

Voting begins NOW and closes tomorrow, Thursday, May 28th at 7:00 PM, so don’t wait to make your voice heard!

We are incredibly proud to showcase EIGHT creative and talented artists who submitted outstanding designs for this competition:

⭐ Caleb Holstetter
⭐ Kimberly Newkirk
⭐ Dylan Lowe
⭐ TJ Liston
⭐ Mark Helfenstine
⭐ Connie Riggs
⭐ Jeff Barr
⭐ Tony Meeker

To ensure fairness and equal opportunity for all participants, artist names have been removed from the displayed designs during voting.

🗳️ Cast your vote here:
https://bit.ly/shirtdesigncompetition

Every vote matters, so be sure to submit yours before the deadline! ⏰

📣 Help us make this competition even more exciting by sharing this post with friends, family, and our community. The more votes, the more fun!

Thank you for supporting our talented artists and being part of the excitement! 💙

A Reminder… IN HONOR OF MEMORIAL DAY, our office will be CLOSED on Monday, May 25th. 🇺🇸
05/22/2026

A Reminder…
IN HONOR OF MEMORIAL DAY, our office will be CLOSED on Monday, May 25th. 🇺🇸

🎨👕 CALLING ALL CREATORS! 👕🎨The Adams County Board of Developmental Disabilities is excited to announce our ACBDD Shirt D...
05/18/2026

🎨👕 CALLING ALL CREATORS! 👕🎨

The Adams County Board of Developmental Disabilities is excited to announce our ACBDD Shirt Design Competition!

We are inviting the individuals we serve to showcase their creativity and help design a shirt that represents inclusion, acceptance, equality, awareness, and kindness throughout our community. ❤️🌎

This is your chance to share your ideas, inspire others, and create something meaningful that could be featured on our ACBDD shirts!

✨ Be creative.
✨ Be bold.
✨ Be YOU.

Community voting will take place on the ACBDD page, and the winning design will be revealed during our Summer Cookout on Friday, May 29th!

📅 Deadline to submit designs: Tuesday, May 26th
⚠️ No late entries will be accepted.

We cannot wait to see the amazing creativity from our individuals and celebrate the power of inclusion together! 💙💛

For more information you may contact Charissa Gardner at 937-374-9740.

☀️🌭 YOU’RE INVITED TO OUR SUMMER KICKOFF COOKOUT! 🌭☀️Get ready for a day full of food, fun, friendship, and community! 🎉...
05/15/2026

☀️🌭 YOU’RE INVITED TO OUR SUMMER KICKOFF COOKOUT! 🌭☀️

Get ready for a day full of food, fun, friendship, and community! 🎉

The Adams County Board of Developmental Disabilities is excited to invite the individuals we serve, families, agency providers, independent providers, and community supporters to join us for an amazing Summer Kickoff Cookout at Seaman Legion Park!

📍 Seaman Legion Park
🗓️ Friday, May 29th
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM

Come enjoy a delicious lunch provided by the ACBDD Advocacy Program featuring:
🍔 Hamburgers & Cheeseburgers
🥗 Potato Salad
🧀 Macaroni & Cheese
🫘 Baked Beans
🍰 Desserts & Drinks

PLUS… lots of summer fun for everyone! ☀️
🏀 Basketball
🎯 Corn Hole
💦 Splash Pad Fun
🛝 Playground Area

👉 Planning to enjoy the splash pad? Don’t forget to bring a change of clothes!

We’ll also have access to the community building, restrooms, and kitchen facilities to help make the day comfortable and enjoyable for all.

This will be a wonderful opportunity to celebrate community, inclusion, friendship, and summer together — and we hope YOU will join us! ❤️

📞 Please RSVP by May 25th to Charissa Gardner at 937-374-9740 so we can plan for food and seating.

We can’t wait to see everyone there! 🌞🎉

05/14/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

The Adams County Board of Developmental Disabilities is currently experiencing technical difficulties with our phone system, specifically with staff cell phones receiving text messages.

If you need to contact a staff member, please call them directly rather than sending a text message at this time.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through the integration of our new phone system. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

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116 W Mulberry Street
West Union, OH
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Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
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