Pioneer Center / Ross County Board of Developmental Disabilities

09/10/2026

Our September Board Meeting is tonight at 6 P.M. Can't make it? We've got you covered with a live stream. We also have live chat enabled for questions.

09/10/2026

Chillicothe- Autism and Special Needs Parent to Parent Support Group will meet virtually on Thursday, September 17, from 6–7:30 p.m.

This month’s conversation will focus on IEPs and working with your school team, including ways to build strong partnerships that support your child’s success. With everyone settling back into the school year, it’s a great opportunity to connect with other families, share experiences, ask questions and learn from one another.

📅 Thursday, September 17
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m.
💻 Virtual via Microsoft Teams

To receive the Teams link, RSVP to Kristen Smith at [email protected].

09/09/2026

🍝 When you're here, you're family!

Our September Lunch with Friends is headed to Olive Garden! Join us for good food, great company, and plenty of time to catch up with friends.

📅 September 16
⏰ 11 A.M. - 1 P.M.
📍 Olive Garden - 1417 N. Bridge St., Chillicothe, OH 45601
📩 RSVP to Trish at [email protected]

09/08/2026

Our Capital City Crusaders Advocacy Group is selling pepperoni rollers to support advocacy efforts throughout the year. All orders and money are due by Friday, September 18. You can place your order in person at The Pioneer Center or online.

Thank you for supporting our advocates and the work they do to make our community more inclusive and accessible for everyone!

Pepperoni Rollers are back! Don't miss out on these unbelievable FRESH and CHEAP Pepperoni Rollers! We fundraise to help our community become a more inclusive place for all! We appreciate your support.

Order forms can be found at Pioneer Center (167 W. Main Street, Chillicothe) or can be completed at this link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/E691SMscHu

All orders and money must be turned in by Friday, September 18th at the Pioneer Center.

09/08/2026

No packing required for this field trip!

Tomorrow afternoon, We Thrive Together Ohio is taking us on a virtual visit to the National Postal Museum! This online experience gives our friends the chance to explore somewhere new, learn something interesting, and connect with others- all from home.

The Ross County Board of DD is proud to provide We Thrive Together programming at no cost to Ross County residents, helping make new experiences and friendships more accessible to everyone.

📅 Tomorrow afternoon
🏛️ Virtual Trip: National Postal Museum
💻 Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8010396858

09/08/2026

Today, we’re celebrating World Physical Therapy Day and three amazing members of our team!

Tashina, Sonya, and Chelsea help the kiddos we serve move, grow, gain independence, and work toward goals that make a difference in their everyday lives. And, as anyone who has spent time with our therapy team knows, they manage to make a lot of hard work feel like fun along the way.

From celebrating the big milestones to recognizing the progress that might seem small to everyone else, our Physical Therapy team is always there cheering people on.

Help us honor Tashina, Sonya, and Chelsea on World Physical Therapy Day!

09/04/2026

Our office will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day. We will reopen on Tuesday at 8:30 A.M.

09/03/2026

Our September Sibs meet-up is back at The Landrum!

Now that school is back in session, we have plenty to catch up on. Join us on September 12 from 10 A.M.–1 P.M. for a day of connecting with other Sibs, playing games, making crafts and- of course- having plenty of fun!

Ross County Sibs is free and open to siblings ages 7–12. To register, email Kristen Smith at [email protected]

09/03/2026

The 2023 Children’s Champions are back!

Team Pioneer is returning to the dance floor for this year’s Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Ohio Dance for Kids’ Sake!

Amy and Kaitlyn will represent Team Pioneer on October 10, and you can help cheer them on while supporting a great cause. Community members and businesses can support the team through sponsorships, table purchases, program advertisements, or general donations.

Sponsorship deadline: September 4
Tables & donations: Available through October 10

Tables have sold out in previous years, so don’t wait too long to reserve yours!

Ready to support Team Pioneer? Donate here: https://bbbssco.harnessgiving.org/campaigns/21514 or call 740-773-2447.

Support the 2023 Children's Champions, Amy & Kaitlyn, as they come back representing the Pioneer Center stronger than ever!

09/02/2026