Services for Children
Agency Eligibility
For any Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities’ service, an individual must reside in Warren County and be deemed eligible for County Board of DD services. The Support Services Division is the starting point for services for all individuals over three years of age. The Intake Specialists will assess all individuals requesting services to determine the eligibility of the individual. For those who are currently eligible for County Board of DD services, eligibility is reviewed at the age of three, six, and sixteen. The onset of the disability must have occurred prior to the age of 22.
Guidelines for eligibility for Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities services:
• Children under 3 with one developmental delay or risk of the same may be eligible.
• Children 3 through 5th birthday with two developmental delays or an established risk are eligible.
• Individuals 6 and older with a qualifying diagnosis and three or more substantial functional limitations are eligible.
To determine eligibility:
For children under age three contact:
Help Me Grow
Central Intake and Referral to make a referral to Early Intervention
https://ohioearlyintervention.org/referral
1-800-755-4769 (GROW)
For children three and older contact:
Jessica Haddix, Intake Specialist
jessica.haddix@warrencountydd.org
513-518-5323
Information and Referral
Information and Referral is designed to provide information and support regarding services available to the people served by Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities.
This service is available for individuals who meet eligibility requirements and are not receiving other services through the county board. Ongoing information and resources will be shared with families.
Direct contact is made at least one time per year to ensure you know who to reach should you be in need of assistance.
For more information, contact:
Ellen Hudson, Advocacy Coordinator
Ellen.Hudson@warrencountydd.org
513-806-3778
Early Intervention
Evidence based early intervention assists family members and caregivers to enhance a child’s learning and development through everyday activities or routines. Our Early Intervention program serves children age birth to three who have a medical diagnosis with a high probability of developmental delays, or with a developmental delay in one or more areas equal to 1.5 standard deviations on one of two standardized tests. We also serve children deemed in need or delayed by a clinical opinion from an evaluation team in conjunction with the standardized evaluation tool.
The Early Intervention program receives referrals from the Early Intervention Service Coordinator, through the Warren County Educational Service Center. Once a child is determined eligible and has an established need, the family’s Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) will be developed as a team. The family and child will be provided with support from the Early Intervention team, which may be comprised of a Service Coordinator, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist, or Developmental Specialist.
One member of the team will be assigned as a Primary Service Provider (PSP). The primary service provider, or coach sees the family in a location that meets the priority, needs and outcomes of the child and family. This professional will coach the parent or caregiver during each visit, leaving them with a joint plan until the next visit. The PSP will monitor and address questions and priorities related the child’s development.
For more information about Early Intervention go to: www.ohioearlyintervention.org
For additional information or questions related to any Early Childhood support or service, contact:
Kelly Brooks, Early Childhood Manager
Kelly.Brooks@warrencountydd.org
513-228-6520
P.L.A.Y. Project Home Consultation Program:
Developed by Dr. Richard Solomon for use with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, P.L.A.Y. Project techniques are appropriate to work with all children. The P.L.A.Y. Project Home Consultant Program emphasizes the importance of helping parents become their child’s best P.L.A.Y. partner. This program provides training and support for families of children in their home. Trained consultants teach parents techniques that are effective, fun, and useful in day-to-day interactions with their child. This is currently available from birth to sixth birthday. (Birth to 3, as a strategy for Early Intervention)
For more information, contact:
Rebekah Doak, Developmental Specialist
and P.L.A.Y. Project Consultant
Rebekah.Doak@warrencountydd.org
513-806-3787
Also visit: www.playproject.org
Social Connections
Also provided are play groups, social opportunities, parent and caregiver linkage or education sessions, and information about opportunities in your community. Past events included egg hunts, train rides, Social Saturdays and more!
For more information, contact:
Carolyn Bogenschutz, Division Secretary Carolyn.Bogenschutz@warrencountydd.org
513-228-6487
Toileting Supports
Toileting 101 - is a group session for the parent or caregiver. This session gives an overview of toileting readiness and supportive ideas for beginning . It is offered in Spring and Fall each year.
Individualized Supports – will assess toileting readiness, determining necessary preparations, adaptations, and successful implementation in your child’s natural environments. (age 3 +)
For more information, contact:
Chrissy Barton, Division Secretary
Chrissy.Barton@warrencountydd.org
513-228-6429
It Takes Two to Talk
It Takes Two to Talk is a program for parents of children (birth to 5) who have language delays. It Takes Two to Talk recognizes:
· The importance of involving parents in their child’s early language intervention.
· The need to help children and families as early as possible in a child’s life.
It Takes Two to Talk is led by a Hanen Certified Speech & Language Pathologist who has received specialized training from the Hanen Centre.
For more information, contact:
Peggy Engelhard, Speech -Language Pathologist
Peggy.Engelhard@warrencountydd.org or 513-806-3803
Intensive In Home Supports
Contracted Services with Envision
(Age 3-22)
Envision’s CITE (Community Integrated Training and Education) services have empowered children and adolescents to build a life that involves choices, community, relationships, and respect.
· Skill assessment and skill development planning, task assessment to determine strengths and needs within targeted skill development areas.
· Parent training and education, including direct coaching and consultation.
Contracted Services with Solutions Mental Health
(Age 3-22)
In-Home services are designed to work with children with intensive behavioral needs and their families within the home environment who are experiencing difficulty functioning as a family unit.
· Provides family service coordinator in the home to coordinate behavior modification intervention using trauma-based cognitive behavior therapy model.
· Evaluation and assessment by a psychiatrist and on-going med-somatic appointments during the time of service, if needed.
Contact the WCBDD Service Coordinator assigned to the individual for referral or Information and Referral.
For more information on both Intensive In-Home Support Contracts, contact :
Chris Smith
Support Services Director Christopher.Smith@warrencountydd.org
513-228-6449
Family Supports
The Family Supports program was developed to provide support to families who are caring for a family member in their home. The goal is to relieve some of the emotional and financial strains experienced by families, and to enhance harmony within the family unit. There are no income guidelines to participate , however, the individual may not be enrolled on a Medicaid Waiver.
Assistance may be provided in cost for therapy, adaptive equipment, camp, respite, disposable items (after age 3) and special diet needs.
For more information, contact:
Katrina Steele
Family Supports Coordinator Katrina.Steele@warrencountydd.org
513-228-6432
Behavior Supports
Provides coaching for staff and family in positive behavior supports. Assessments in the home environment and observations in school environments are used to build on successes at school and transfer those successes into home environment. Behavior Specialists communicate, consult and coordinate with families and school personnel.
For more information, contact:
Chris Smith, Support Services Director
Christopher.Smith@warrencountydd.org
513-228-6449
Youth On The Go
Youth On The Go is a recreation and socialization program for parents and their children ages 6 to 13 who are enrolled in services with the Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Events and activities are held in various places in Warren County, through contracts with other partner agencies. Past events have included glow bowling, mini golf, go-carting, pottery painting and more. Some events are free, and some require admission or attendance fees. Reservations are required.
For more information, contact:
Katrina Steele, Family Supports Coordinator Katrina.Steele@warrencountydd.org
513-228-6432
Early Learning Support
Professionals employed by Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities may provide training and/or support to staff in early childhood environments. The training and supports are led by staff who have expertise in early childhood developmental levels, sensory processing of children with disabilities, and behavior intervention. Professional guidance is provided with intent to support WCBDD eligible children.
Training can include overviews of early intervention, development in children with disabilities, skill levels and expectations, functions of behavior, assessment tools and more.
For more information, contact:
Kelly Brooks, Early Childhood Manager Kelly.Brooks@warrencountydd.org
513-228-6520
Camp Opportunities
Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities currently has a contract with Camp Kern for summer day camp and residential camp. Camp Kern also provides us with opportunities and space for family fun events. Camps can also be funded through Family Supports and Waivers.
For more information, contact:
Katrina Steele, Family Supports Coordinator
Katrina.Steele@warrencountydd.org
513-228-6432
Mini-Grants
The Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities has been able to offer mini-grants to the Warren County School Districts since 2016 and plans to do so as long as we are able.
Grant opportunities are offered to provide students eligible for WCBDD additional educational supports. These supports are in addition to what is already provided by or required to be provided by the school district. Our goal is to provide students with opportunities they may not have otherwise had without this funding. Some examples of supports that may be provided include, but are not limited to, sensory supplies, fine motor skill supplies, staff assistance, and technology.
For more information, contact:
Melissa Stall, Support Services Manager Melissa.Stall@warrencountydd.org
513-228-6459
Sinclair Partnership
Students at Sinclair Community College, Courseview, who have developmental disabilities or are experiencing mental health issues have a resource available to them, to help them be more successful in school. A counseling position has been created through a community partnership between the Warren County Board of Developmental Disabilities (WCBDD) and the Mental Health Recovery Services of Warren and Clinton Counties (MHRS), along with Sinclair Community College.
The Counselor - Supported Education Program will serve as a personal point of contact for identified students to help them navigate the college system. The Counselor will also coordinate the delivery of internal and external supports to advocate for the students’ needs, as well as provide immediate support to address academic, mental, personal and career needs, including crisis intervention when needed.
For more information, contact:
Lorrie Spivey
Student Support Specialist
513-512-5530