Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities

Karyn utilizes telehealth visits to make virtual appointments with doctors. This system allows for reduced unnecessary visits to the emergency room and the need for frequent transportation assistance. Doctors send reports to Karyn's sister when she is unable to make appointments. Specialized telehealth is a technology that is changing the lives of people with developmental disabilities, DODD has partnered with StationMD to provide these services?? ?? #ThankfulforTech Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gMGwJfPg Learn more about StationMD here: https://lnkd.in/gvr-SGkN

ICYMI: New home has everything to make life easier for people with disabilities The Tuscarawas County Board of Developmental Disabilities and Starlight Enterprises Incorporated recently opened a technology first home in Dover. “I think having opportunities like this will really speak to the younger generation of people with disabilities because they’re used to tech and we can really show them how they can use that to support themselves independently.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g-QxxNh8

Have you heard about Family Advisory Council (FAC) meetings? These meetings take place quarterly and are open to everyone. The FAC provides a forum for DODD to hear concerns directly from family members and for family members to learn about the department's current initiatives. Visit dodd.ohio.gov and click on "events" to learn more! The next FAC meeting is December 11.

Keith Banner, from DODD, talks about embracing the possibilities that technologies offer Ohioans with developmental disabilities, their families, and providers of service. Technology increases opportunities for people with developmental disabilities to live, learn, work, and thrive in their homes and communities. #ThankfulforTech Watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/ggihmDr9

Meet Courtney, she uses a headset and Dragon Software as technology during her work day at the Delaware County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Courtney uses a headset to answer phone calls and Dragon Software to write emails, as she can talk into a microphone to write the emails that she sends. ?? #ThankfulforTech Watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/gjYcEXWQ

DODD visited a home that uses Remote Support. Remote support is the use of technology through live communication with providers. For the people living there, this technology provides safety as well as independence ??? ?? #ThankfulforTech Watch the video to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gs4nQ5HP

Athletes with disabilities are competing at the collegiate level at The University of Cincinnati (UC). UC is creating more opportunities for people with disabilities. They have developed an adaptive athletics sports program, which is believed to be the first of its kind in Ohio! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ggJBnvQt

We had a great time learning more about the Able Not Label program at North Ridgeville High School! Students are gaining career skills in food service, retail, and beyond! Be sure to check out this video to hear directly from the students about their experience!

Happy Veterans Day! Today, we express our deepest gratitude to all who have served?? ??

OhioISP Regional Support Facilitator, Jim Bennett, from DODD had the opportunity to tour the new Tech Suite at the Lake County Board! It is amazing to see the connection between increased independence and technology! #ThankfulForTech