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Empowering Lives: How Direct Support Professionals Make a Difference
Josh (left) & Nathan (right) Meet Nathan and Josh. Josh has been working with Nathan as his independent provider for over a year, however...
Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Sep 11


Rico Sanchez: June Employee of the Month
The June Employee of the Month is Rico Sanchez. Rico is a recent graduate of Apollo Career Center and the Project SEARCH program. Project...
Tammy Smith-Zack
Jun 30


Q + A: The Impact of Speech Therapy In Early Intervention
The Board's Speech Language Pathologist, Marisa Odenweller, and Developmental Specialist- Speech/Communication, Samantha Bullock,...
Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities
May 21


Career Exploration Camp: Empowering Youth for a Brighter Future
The Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities has coordinated a career camp for local youth since 2018. Career Exploration Camp is...
Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Apr 28


Advocacy in Action
Advocacy is at the forefront of making sure those with developmental disabilities are seen, heard, and respected. Every year in March we...
Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Mar 18


March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!
Did you know that March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month? This is a nationwide event that has been celebrated since 1987!...
Bethany Ernest
Feb 27


2024 Year in Review
Capturing 12 months of change and progress for a Year in Review post after joining the Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities...
Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Jan 8


More Than a Child's Best Friend
The role of service dogs has become increasingly significant in the last several decades by enhancing the quality of life for those with...
Sierra Weltmer
Nov 7, 2024
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