Champaign County Board of Developmental Disabilities

09/14/2026

🥋 Self-Defense Class — Tomorrow!

Join us September 15th from 6–7 PM at the Champaign Family YMCA for a self-defense class taught by the Urbana Police Department.

This class is open to anyone served by a County Board.

📩 RSVP: Angela Kearns — [email protected]
📞 937-629-1703

Come learn practical skills to help keep yourself safe!

09/14/2026

Staff Spotlight: Kala Roman, Developmental Specialist 🔦

This month we're shining the spotlight on Kala, who has been with CCBDD for six years!

What is something people might be surprised to learn about your work?

"As a developmental specialist, I help evaluate new children in the program and carry a small service coordination caseload. Early intervention helps transition to preschool when a child gets close to their third birthday."

What is something you enjoy doing outside of work?

"I enjoy spending time with my family; especially watching both of my children be active in sports."

Thank you, Kala, for your dedication to supporting children and families and making a difference in the lives of those you serve.

09/10/2026

Great turnout at last night’s meeting with People First of Ohio – Champaign County, with 59 attendees! Superintendent Leigh Anne Wenning spoke about the upcoming Champaign County Board of Developmental Disabilities levy and shared information about the services supported by the Board. Thanks to everyone who came out!

09/09/2026

CCBDD’s 1.5-mill levy will be on the ballot on November 3, 2026.

Learn more about the proposed levy and the services that support individuals and families throughout our community.

Read the full column in Urbana Daily Digital: 🔗https://urbana.ohiodailydigital.com/news/champaign-county-voters-to-consider-15-mill-ccbdd-levy-in-november

09/07/2026

In observance of Labor Day, our office is closed today, Monday, September 7th. If you need assistance, please give us a call at 937-653-5217 and follow the prompts to connect with a team member.

09/04/2026

Superintendent Leigh Anne Wenning reflects on the continued impact of CCBDD services as summer draws to a close in her latest column for the Urbana Daily Citizen.

Read the full article here:
🔗https://www.urbanacitizen.com/2026/08/24/service-continues-as-summer-draws-to-a-close/

09/03/2026

The S.P.O.T. (Special Population Operation Team) Program helps provide first responders with important information about community members with special needs.

Interested in learning more or enrolling yourself or a loved one? Check out the Champaign County Sheriff's Office Office post below for details on how to request an application.

💛 Have you heard about the S.P.O.T. Program? The S.P.O.T. Program, or 'Special Population Operation Team', helps give first responders important information that may assist them when responding to or interacting with a community member with special needs.

The program is available for both children and adults. Information provided through the application is kept on file with our Communications Center so responding units can access it when needed.

Interested in enrolling yourself or a loved one?

✔️ Request an application from the Sheriff’s Office
✔️ Contact the Communications Center and a deputy can deliver one
✔️ Complete the application and include a current photo, if available

A little information ahead of time can help our first responders better understand the needs of the person they are assisting.

Contact the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office or Communications Center to request an application or learn more about the program.

09/02/2026

September is here! 🍁

A new season brings new opportunities to connect, explore, and try something new!

Our programs and events create space to explore interests, discover potential, and enjoy meaningful experiences along the way.

📅 Check out our September Events Calendar and see what’s happening this month!

09/01/2026

The Columbus Crew is hosting a developmental disability awareness game on October 31st at 2 PM! Check out the video below to see the incredible accessibility features at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field, including sensory spaces, universal changing tables, and communication boards! ⚽🎥 Watch the video now to learn more!

08/31/2026

Last Tuesday, the Champaign County Board of Developmental Disabilities hosted the August Regional Advocacy meeting at Urbana Naz

The session, Voting 101, provided an informative discussion about elections and available voting resources. Kiley Horn, Deputy Director of the Champaign County Board of Elections, and Teri Ober, Office Manager, shared helpful information and answered questions. Attendees also had the opportunity to participate in an interactive demonstration of how ballots are processed through voting equipment.

Following the presentation, attendees enjoyed lunch and had time to connect with others from across the region.

Thank you to the Champaign County Board of Elections for providing this informative session and to Urbana Naz for hosting our regional gathering!

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