News Release

Richland Newhope/Richland County Board of Developmental Disabilities is now seeking nominations for its CARE awards.

While we are still adjusting to the multitude of changes brought on by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, at the Richland County Board of Disabilities, we are excited for fall and all it brings with it! I am also so thankful for the continued cooperation and patience of those we serve and their families, as well as for our dedicated and hardworking staff who have embraced new challenges with positivity and resilience.

Over the past several month, our agency has made significant changes to our service delivery model in response tot he COVID-19 pandemic. This has not been easy on anyone, but our staff continues to work hard and remains dedicated to the individuals and families we support.

We had winners this year in four different categories. Congratulations to the following recipients: Self-Advocate Award - Missy Davis, Hero with Heart Award - Tom Hehmeyer, Direct Service Award - Naomi Shifferly, Community Partner Award - Becky Pittman.

I don't think any of us could have predicted how drastically our lives both at work and home have changed over the past couple of weeks. For me at least it has felt more like months not weeks since the schools have all closed, recreational and sporting events have been postponed, churches are gathering virtually, restaurants are limited to take out only, zoom meetings and working from home have become a new norm, and we are self-quarantining as a nation.

Twenty-four people representing businesses, schools, and agencies in Richland County on March 12 participated in the 19th Annual Community Awareness.

The Richland County Board has successfully completed most of the objectives outlined in our three-year strategic plan. With the close of 2019, we have many successes to celebrate from this past year.

The Richland County Board of Developmental Disabilities held its 2020 organizational meeting on Jan. 22.

Richland Newhope is planning several activities to mark Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in March.

Richland Newhope/Richland County Board of Developmental Disabilities is now seeking nominations for its CARE awards.

We are excited to announce that we’ve partnered with the @uscensusbureau to support the #2020Census! As a partner, we’ll be working to ensure that our community is accurately represented. To learn about the upcoming census, visit 2020census.gov.

Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities Director Jeff Davis visited Richland Newhope/Richland County Board of Developmental Disabilities yesterday.