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2023 Ohio Synergy Conference
The Cambridge Dictionary definition of synergy is “the combined power of a group of things when they are working together is greater than...
Susan Savinsky
Nov 9, 2023


Board of DD Continues to Evolve
In 1977, the residents of this county graciously approved the first tax levy to financially support services to people with developmental...
Theresa Schnipke
Sep 29, 2022


2022 Partnership Luncheon & Award Winners
We had a great crowd to help us celebrate DD awareness month, our 2021 accomplishments, the many partners we have in the community and...
Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Mar 30, 2022


Why Do Babies Wear Helmets?
When you hear the word “helmet” what comes to mind? I think of the helmet that children and adults use when riding a bike – or maybe even...
Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Dec 15, 2021


Marimor Legacy Park & Playground Dedication
These welcoming remarks were made by Superintendent Theresa Schnipke at the Grand Opening and Dedication of the Marimor Legacy Park &...
Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Nov 1, 2021


Board of DD Continues to Evolve
In 1977, the residents of this county graciously approved the first tax levy to financially support services to people with developmental...
Theresa Schnipke
Sep 29, 2021


DD Awareness: A Message from Self-Advocates
In 1987, President Ronald Reagan designated March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Since that time, people with...
Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Mar 22, 2021


Local Spotlight: Operation Save the Lost
My husband, Nick, and I reside in Delphos. We have four little girls, Madelynn, Lillian, Hazel, and Aubreigh, and a dog named Letti....
Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Dec 3, 2020


The Lima Rotary Special Needs Christmas Party
Every December, Lima Rotarians host a Christmas party for children with special needs. And get this – it’s been happening since 1917. For...
Allen County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Dec 4, 2019
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