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Champaign County Boardof Developmental Disabilities |
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Winter 2022 Newsletter |
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| Hello Readers,
Welcome to the new Champaign County Board of Developmental Disabilities (CCBDD) newsletter! We are very excited to share our updates with you in this format. In this newsletter and upcoming editions, you will not only find updates, but also success stories and information on everything happening at CCBDD.
As we look forward to a brand-new year, we continue to be committed to our mission of promoting independence and a pathway to success. Every employee at CCBDD adheres to the values of INCLUSION, RESPECT, EXCELLENCE, and INTEGRITY. If you have any questions about our services, please feel free to contact me or any of our staff.
In addition to this newsletter, you can stay up to date with CCBDD on social media and on our website. We hope you enjoying receiving our newsletter, and you share with others that they can sign up on the CCBDD website.
Sincerely, Leigh Anne Wenning CCBDD Superintendent | |
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Early Intervention Services |
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When children are growing and developing, but not hitting expected milestones, it can be challenging and scary for parents and caregivers. The Champaign County Early Intervention (EI) team will work with parents and caregivers to provide interventions that can help a child develop the skills needed to reach these milestones.
The EI team will evaluate, plan, and provide support for parents and caregivers, in order to help children from birth to age three acquire the skills needed to meet developmental milestones. Services are provided to families with who are eligible for services based on an identified developmental delay or who have a qualifying medical diagnosis. |
How to Apply for Early Intervention ServicesYou do NOT need a medical diagnosis or a physician referral to apply for an evaluation If you suspect a child (ages 0-3 years) is not meeting developmental milestones, Call the Champaign Co Board office. We will help you with the referral process.
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Community Education and Outreach |
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The Community Education and Outreach (CEO) department partners with community members, organizations, provider services, and businesses to fulfill the Mission of Champaign County Board of DD. We promote independence and a pathway to success for individuals with developmental disabilities. |
Upcoming Activities |
 | Be A Guest Chef!Healthy Cooking Class was so popular in its first year that we are doing it again! But this time, Jenny White is inviting community members to participate as Guest Chefs.
Do you know a simple recipe that is “no-bake” or cooked in a microwave? Would you like to share the recipe with some enthusiastic sous chefs? Contact Community Connections Facilitator, Jenny White, and ask to be a GUEST CHEF! | |
|  | Family Support GroupFamilies need support, too! The CCBDD offers a Family Support Group, occasionally offering family-friendly activities.
Family members of anyone receiving services from the CCBDD are welcome to RSVP and attend. These meetings are a great time for families to share experiences, encourage each other, and connect.
You must RSVP Community Connections Facilitator, Jenny White, to attend these events. | |
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Community InvolvementWhen we all support each other, our community is a better place. Here are a couple ways you can get involved and support community members with developmental disabilities. |
FANS NetworkFANS Network is a group of people who are committed to enhancing the lives of individual with disabilities in Champaign County.
How It WorksContact Community Connections Facilitator, Jenny White, with your email address, or fill out the Sign Up form on the CCBDD website. When someone with a disability has a need, you will receive and email with the request. If you can help, simply reply to the email.
Those who sign up for FANS can help more regularly by volunteering for activities, delivering donated items, and donating tickets to shows or special events, gift cards, or everyday items (towels, pillows, cleaning and hygiene supplies, etc.) | |  |
| Become a Direct Support ProfessionalA Direct Support Professional (DSP) is someone who provides support to someone with developmental disabilities. A DSP’s job varies from helping with everyday tasks (like cooking and cleaning) to providing transportation to activities and appointments.
DSPs help people with disabilities live more independently and can provide some much needed respite to family members, making this career much needed and very rewarding.
DSPs can work for provider agencies and also independently, making the hours very flexible.
To learn more, click the button below or contact Provider Employment Support Coordinator, Amy Hubbard (a.hubbard@champaigncbdd.org). | |  |
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Service and Support Administration |
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Service & Support Administration supports individuals in identifying and pursuing life goals while coordinating services across multiple systems. A Service & Support Administrator (SSA) is the primary point of coordination and will empower individuals through the person-centered planning process. |
Changes Coming in 2023 |
| Staffing ChangesCongratulations to SSA Director, Krista Oldiges on advancing her career! Starting in 2023, Krista will be the new Superintendent of the Logan County Board of DD. We will miss Krista very much, but wish her the best of luck in her new position.
We are also excited to announce the new Champaign County Board SSA Director! Starting in 2023, Nick Rowe will join the SSA team as the new Director. Nick has experience as an SSA Manager in Shelby County. His new role as Director will be shared between Champaign and Shelby counties. |
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SSA Director Krista Oldiges, Farewell Party |
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Update on Ohio ISP | Throughout 2022, the SSA department has been preparing themselves and the people they serve for using a new system to document Individual Service Plans (ISP). Currently, each of the 88 Ohio counties have their own individual documentations. The new system, known as the Ohio ISP (OISP) will soon be implemented across the state, making all documentation consistent across all counties. This switch can help in numerous ways, but it all takes time.
CCBDD can assure you that when the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities is ready to support all county boards with switching to the new OISP, Champaign SSAs will be ready! |
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Did You Know… | In 2022 the Champaign County Board of DD made a big change to our branding. We changed our colors, our logo, and our website! Some of our website changes meant simplifying information, and other changes included upgrades.
One of the upgrades included providing multiple ways to report Unusual Incidents, including online reporting. Take a look at our new Report An Incident page to discover all options for reporting to our Investigative Agent. |
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!from the Champaign County Board of Developmental Disabilities |
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