Clearwater Council of Governments

06/11/2026

𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗧𝗶𝗽 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵💡
The IBCCES Accessibility Card (IAC) can help people with disabilities request accommodations at participating attractions and amusement parks before their visit.
𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄!
https://www.accessibilitycard.org/

06/09/2026

📣 Tomorrow’s the Day!

We’re looking forward to welcoming attendees to the Participant-Directed Services & Support Brokerage Training.

🕘 9:00 AM–12:30 PM
📍 North Central Ohio ESC, Tiffin

Get ready for a morning focused on practical strategies to support individuals in self-directed services.

If you’re registered — we’ll see you there!

06/08/2026

💙 March is Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month! 💙

Join us in raising awareness, promoting understanding, and supporting individuals living with Tourette syndrome. Together, we can help create a more inclusive and compassionate community for all.

06/05/2026

⏳ Seats are filling for our June 10 training!

If you’ve been considering attending the Participant-Directed Services & Support Brokerage Training, now is the time to register.

This in-person and Hybrid virtual option session will provide practical tools to help you confidently support individuals exploring self-directed services.

Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your knowledge and skills.

06/04/2026

📢Attention Providers📢

Here is today’s Provider News Blasts.

Agency - https://mailchi.mp/2007f4ec724b/agency-provider-news-blast-7-2-14067808

Independent - Today's Independent Provider News Blast 6-3-26

06/01/2026

Clearwater COG Provider Network Update Meeting 📢
Tuesday, June 2, 9:30 AM–10:30 AM on Microsoft Teams.
Some topics include:
• Nursing Updates
• Training Opportunities
• Medicaid & DODD Information
• Provider Roundtable & Q&A
Join the meeting with this link, https://tinyurl.com/4f7fd4z4

05/25/2026

📢 Notice: Office Closure
🏛️ Clearwater COG offices will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of the federal holiday Memorial Day.
🗓️ We will reopen on Tuesday, May 26 at 7:00 AM

05/22/2026

📣Attention Providers📣

Here is today’s Provider News Blasts.

Agency - Today's Agency Provider News Blast 5-22-26

Independent - Today's Independent Provider News Blast 5-22-26

05/21/2026

🌟 Today’s the day! 🌟

Our incredible Andy Swaisgood is presenting today at the Ohio Children’s Alliance & Department of Behavioral Health’s 13th Annual Trauma-Informed Summit! 👏💙

We’re so proud of the important work you do and the impact you continue to make. Wishing you the best of luck today — we know you’re going to do an amazing job! 🎤✨🙌

This week, our very own Andy Maidlow, alongside Andy Swaisgood of Clearwater Council of Governments, has the incredible opportunity to attend and host a breakout session at the Ohio Children’s Alliance and Department of Behavior Health’s 13th Annual Trauma-Informed Summit. Andy’s session on resilience ways of being that promote felt safety is an area of expertise that he has been actively working and growing in for a very long time. And this week, he gets to share his vast knowledge with others, and we couldn’t be more proud!! Good luck and have fun, Andy! 🍀🤞💙

05/20/2026

🏈 Looking for a fun and inclusive summer activity? Special Olympics Unified Sports is hosting a Football Camp on June 18 at the Perry Field House in Bowling Green!

See the flyer below for details and registration information!

🏈 The BGSU Football Clinic is BACK!

Join us on Thursday, June 18th for an exciting Football Camp at BGSU’s Perry Field House! This incredible opportunity is open to individuals who receive services through ANY county board of developmental disabilities.

Participants will have the chance to connect with BGSU Football players and staff while enjoying a fun, inclusive experience on the field!

📅 Registration Deadline: June 15
👥 Limited to 150 participants total

⚠️ Registration is REQUIRED. All waiver forms included within the registration process must be completed prior to participation.

Don’t wait to sign up because spots will fill quickly! https://www.cognitoforms.com/WoodCountyBoardOfDevelopmentalDisabilities/BGSUFOOTBALLCLINIC2026