Athens County Board of Developmental Disabilities

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Athens County Board of Developmental Disabilities For Athens County individuals with developmental disabilities, we provide quality services by assessing their needs and creating individual plans.

Since its inception in 1957, the Athens County Board of Developmental Disabilities has been providing individuals opportunities to learn, grow, and enrich their lives. We offer education, employment, life skills training, recreation, transportation, residential support, services coordination, and more. We help to integrate individuals with developmental disabilities into their community as valued citizens. If you would like more information on any of our programs, please click on the link or contact us by phone at (740) 594-3539. Our Mission

The Mission of the Athens County Board of Developmental Disabilities is to enhance the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities through an array of individualized services and supports. Our Vision

To provide experienced leadership so all individuals with developmental disabilities may achieve their dreams. Our Core Values

We believe in the potential of all individuals served. We believe our organization must be responsible and flexible. We believe in being fiscally responsible. We believe in Person Centered Planning and Self-Determination. We believe in providing safe and secure environments for individuals to be served. We believe in valuing employees and partners. We believe in visionary leaders and innovation.

Happy Case Management Appreciation Week!This week, we are proud to recognize the ACBDD’s Service and Support Administrat...
10/16/2026

Happy Case Management Appreciation Week!

This week, we are proud to recognize the ACBDD’s Service and Support Administrators or SSAs! The team is pictured here.

Our SSAs play an essential role in helping individuals with developmental disabilities live meaningful and fulfilling lives in their communities. From coordinating services and connecting individuals with resources to advocating for personal choice and helping navigate life’s challenges, our SSAs work every day to ensure the people we serve have the support they need to achieve their goals.

Their work requires collaboration, problem-solving, and a deep commitment to empowering individuals and their families. We are grateful for the knowledge and dedication our SSA team brings to this important work each day.

Please join us in thanking our incredible SSA team for all they do to support individuals, families, and our community!

Beacon School’s Intermediate 2 classroom had a wonderful opportunity to learn from our school’s therapy team and explore...
10/15/2026

Beacon School’s Intermediate 2 classroom had a wonderful opportunity to learn from our school’s therapy team and explore what it takes to be a therapist!

Speech Therapist Sarah shared different ways students communicate and strategies to expand vocabulary through thoughtful questions.

Occupational Therapist Jen discussed coping strategies and equipment that can support self-regulation.

Physical Therapist Melissa created an obstacle course to demonstrate different areas of the body she works on while helping students practice balance and agility.

Students also worked on task boxes targeting beginning sounds, verb identification, identifying different body parts, and answering yes-or-no questions, building important communication and learning skills along the way!

Thank you to Sarah, Jen, and Melissa for sharing your knowledge and helping our students develop the skills they need to succeed!

Today, we’re shining a spotlight on three wonderful members of our team! Please join us in recognizing our Community Inc...
10/12/2026

Today, we’re shining a spotlight on three wonderful members of our team!

Please join us in recognizing our Community Inclusion Coordinators, Heather Clemons, Sue Orth, and Jessica Pickrell!

As part of the ACBDD’s Office of Integrate Athens, these dedicated staff members help people with developmental disabilities discover opportunities to connect, grow, and thrive in their communities. From exploring employment and developing new skills to participating in social activities and building self-advocacy skills, they work to create meaningful opportunities for inclusion.

Heather, Sue, and Jessica, thank you for the important work you do each day to advance the ACBDD’s mission and vision and help make our community a more inclusive place for everyone!

Beacon School’s Intermediate 2 students had an exciting opportunity to explore the world of nursing with a special guest...
10/09/2026

Beacon School’s Intermediate 2 students had an exciting opportunity to explore the world of nursing with a special guest, Nurse Megan!

Students learned about different pieces of equipment nurses use while completing a variety of tasks and discussed the many different places they might encounter a nurse in their community and beyond.

The hands-on learning continued as students worked through task boxes focused on important nursing-related skills, including:

• Practicing the steps of proper handwashing
• Putting first-aid kits together
• Wiping away germs and learning about cleanliness
• Scheduling appointments for patients
• When our hands are clean or dirty

It was a wonderful opportunity for students to learn more about the nursing profession while building practical skills, exploring possible career interests, and having fun along the way!

A huge thank you to Nurse Megan for sharing her time, knowledge, and expertise with the students!

We are proud to announce our agency has successfully completed the onsite portion of the State Accreditation Review cond...
10/08/2026

We are proud to announce our agency has successfully completed the onsite portion of the State Accreditation Review conducted by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD)!

We are especially pleased to share that we earned the highest level of accreditation – a three-year certification! This achievement reflects our agency’s commitment to excellence, accountability, and quality services and supports.

These reviews provide important oversight, assess compliance with state standards, and evaluate how county boards of developmental disabilities serve individuals and families.

This accomplishment would not be possible without the dedication and hard work of our staff, along with the outstanding guidance and leadership that helped prepare our agency for this review.

Please join us in congratulating our team on this well-deserved recognition!

Pictured from left to right: Medicaid & Waiver Services Manager Amy Goldsberry, who led the accreditation preparation team; SSA Director Stephanie Kendrick; MEORC Compliance Analyst Bryan Hinkle; MEORC Executive Director Cathy Henthorn; and Superintendent Kevin Davis.

We are also grateful to MEORC for providing valuable technical assistance throughout the accreditation process.

Congratulations to the entire ACBDD team on this outstanding accomplishment!

Attention SIB Support Families!Our October hangout is officially locked in! Join us on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 5...
10/07/2026

Attention SIB Support Families!

Our October hangout is officially locked in! Join us on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Beacon Cafeteria for a fun Halloween-themed evening.

Come hang out, eat delicious pizza from Mitz Lou's, and connect with other cool siblings! We will weave a giant yarn spiderweb together before playing some Halloween-themed games!

The Details:
📅 When: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
📍 Where: Beacon Cafeteria (801 W. Union Street, Athens, OH)
🎟️ Cost: 100% Free! (Open siblings ages 8–17 of kids with disabilities, sponsored by the ACBDD)

We need an accurate headcount to order enough pizza and supplies, so please save your spot today!

👉 RSVP Here: https://forms.gle/aCkYYA3BC1jJGT89A
RSVP Deadline: October 15th, 2026

We can't wait to see you there!

The ACBDD is seeking a Substitute Custodian to work as needed across our three facilities.If you’re looking for an oppor...
10/07/2026

The ACBDD is seeking a Substitute Custodian to work as needed across our three facilities.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to support an organization that makes a difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, we’d love to hear from you!

For more information about the position, qualifications, and how to apply, visit: https://athenscbdd.org/job-posting-sub-custodial-worker/

We had such a great time at our latest Teen Time event!Participants got creative with pour painting, an artistic process...
10/06/2026

We had such a great time at our latest Teen Time event!

Participants got creative with pour painting, an artistic process that involves pouring paint onto a canvas and moving it around to create unique designs, patterns, and color combinations.

No two paintings turned out exactly the same, and we loved seeing everyone’s creativity shine! What a fun evening!

We’re already looking forward to our next Teen Time event. We hope to see you there!

Looking for an excuse to eat out today? Look no further!Our friends with the Athens County Community Singers are hosting...
10/06/2026

Looking for an excuse to eat out today? Look no further!

Our friends with the Athens County Community Singers are hosting a fundraiser at Applebee’s today!

For the entire day, 25% of each qualifying order will be donated to support the choir. Just mention the fundraiser when ordering or show your server the attached flyer.

Please note: This is not an ACBDD-sponsored event.

We had perfect weather today to celebrate and officially thank VFW POST 9893 and SEO LIVE for their incredibly generous ...
10/05/2026

We had perfect weather today to celebrate and officially thank VFW POST 9893 and SEO LIVE for their incredibly generous support of Beacon School!

This year, they donated $11,730 to Beacon School – all proceeds from the annual Polar Bear Plunge! Their generous contribution supported the purchase and installation of new shade structures on the playgrounds, as well as the replacement of aging playground equipment.

We celebrated with a ribbon cutting, heartfelt thank-you cards from students, and refreshments – a wonderful way to recognize this incredible community partnership!

This marks the 8th year that VFW Post 9893 and SEO Live have supported Beacon School. Altogether, they have donated more than $100,000 over the years!

Their continued generosity is an incredible example of community spirit, compassion, and commitment to making a difference. We are so grateful for their efforts, their service, and their leadership. These contributions will create opportunities for fun, and meaningful experiences for the individuals we serve for years to come.

Thank you, VFW Post 9893 and SEO Live, for all you do for Beacon School and the ACBDD!

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801 W Union Street
Athens, OH
45701

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+17405943539

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