Happy #VeteransDay! Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country and safeguarded our freedoms. Last year, we supported 732 Veterans with disabilities, offering services to help them prepare for, find, and retain employment. Services are available to Ohio

Meet Gabe! 🌟 He came to OOD with two clear goals: securing meaningful employment and earning his driver's license. Through personalized support from OOD and @AbilityWorksInc, including on-the-road driver's training, participation in the Summer Youth Work Experience (SYWE), and

Discover how the Springfield Museum of Art's "Artists Exploring the Possible" series is empowering creative expression across the disability community! 🎨 In partnership with Developmental Disabilities of Clark County (DDCC) and the Ohio Arts Council, participants of all ages

#ICYMI: Ohio is taking a major step toward safer, more disability-inclusive emergency response. A new registry created under House Bill 144 allows individuals with disabilities, or their families, to voluntarily share important information with countywide 9-1-1 systems. ➡️ Click

Offering sign language interpreting is a cornerstone of creating truly disability-inclusive events, programs, and services. Whether you're planning an event, presentation, or meeting (live or virtual), providing American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters ensures every voice is

Last week, we visited the @OSSB_Panthers for their Trunk or Treat! 👻🍭 Our mobile services unit was fully decorated and filled with fun, sensory-friendly activities for students - including our "bowl of spaghetti brains!" We absolutely love connecting with students and

Congratulations, Bryce and Syd! I'm proud to see the difference @OhioC2C and @OhioOOD are making for students with disabilities across our state. Their determination, paired with the right support, paves the way for brighter futures.

Meet Bryce Heath and Syd Melia, @OhioC2C participants from @youngstownstate! 🙌 Bryce Heath is a junior Political Science Major. He's also a Student Assistant Football Coach, so he's turning leadership into action, both in and out of the classroom! 🏈 Syd Melia is a junior

#DYK? It's #InternationalStressAwarenessWeek! Take a moment today to pause, breathe, and check in with yourself. Your #MentalHealth and well-being matter. Stress affects everyone differently, but remember - even small acts of self-care make a big difference. What are some ways

Circle the date! On November 20, we're hosting the third free webinar in our three-part series for employers (and the final webinar of the year!): Disability-Inclusive Workplaces: Retaining Diverse Talent. 🙌 This webinar will provide actionable steps for businesses to retain

Meet Tanisha Carlgren, Miss U.S. Star! 👑 With OOD's support, Tanisha found success as a teaching assistant. And she's not just working - she's thriving! She also appeared as an extra in the new Superman movie, and now advocates for disability inclusion through her nonprofit,

Happy #NationalGratitudeMonth! 🌻 We're celebrating stories of thankfulness by highlighting participants, providers, and employers across Ohio. Stay tuned throughout the month as we share how #gratitude inspires and connects our OOD community. 💛

Don't forget to #FallBack! #DaylightSavingTime ends this weekend. Remember to turn your clock back one hour and adjust your schedule so you're on time for work, school, and plans. ⏰

Sean Sullivan found his place and purpose at @MarionGoodwill - thanks to hard work and the support of Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities! Congrats, Sean. 🙌 Read his full story today to learn how his job gives him purpose, independence, and pride. #DisabilityNews

#HappyHalloween! 🦇🎃 We’re carving out time to share what a joy it is to love someone with a disability! Share how you're celebrating a frightfully fun, accessible, and disability-inclusive #Halloween this year. No tricks, no treats, just carving out space for community. Then

We are wrapping up an incredible National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) this year! 🎊 Across Ohio, job seekers and employers came together for OOD hiring events. Connections were made, doors were opened, and the entire month was a celebration of the value and

Congratulations to the @CityOfCincy from @OhioOOD for being recognized as a co-winner of this year's Governor's Inclusive Employer Award! The city's dedication to disability-forward employment practices makes Cincinnati a place where everyone can thrive.

We want to send a big congratulations to the @CityOfCincy Government, one of this year's Governor's Inclusive Employer Award winners! 👑 From the heart of the Queen City, they're proving that disability inclusion belongs in every city and every business - and that Cincy truly

From shyness to success. 💪 Meet Narin Terry! She turned her dream of becoming a cosmetologist into reality through her own hard work and a little help from OOD. 🎀 Narin overcame shyness and self-doubt to complete 1,500 hours of cosmetology training, earn her license, and land

Last week, on behalf of @OOD_Director Kevin Miller, OOD Legislative Liaison Jacob Winters attended @GovMikeDeWine's signing of House Bill 144 into law. 💼 This important legislation modifies the existing Communication Disability Law by expanding the current voluntary statewide