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“LIGHTING THE WAY TO BETTER
COMMUNICATION” March 2011
Clermont County Board of
Developmental Disabilities
The Beacon
“Dancing with the Stars” Extravaganza!
On March 11, ten couples will take the dance floor at the Holiday Inn Eastgate in the second annual
Clermont County “Dancing with the Stars” Extravaganza! All proceeds from this event will benefit
Clermont DD’s Gift of Time Respite Cooperative Program which helps families of children and adults
with developmental disabilities enjoy respite opportunities each month.
Just who are this year’s couples? In no particular order, they are…
State Representative Joe Uecker and Meredith Delaney, Development Director,
UC Clermont College
Commissioner Bob Proud and Karen Scherra, Executive Director of Clermont County
Mental Health & Recovery Board
Ken Tracy, Miami Township Trustee and Jayne Mummert of the Clermont County
Family & Children First
Ralph Vilardo, Milford Mayor and Susan Vilardo, Executive Director of
The Literacy Council of Clermont/Brown Counties
Julie Graybill, Director of Communications & Development, Clermont Chamber of Commerce &
Dan Ottke, Clermont DD Adult Services Director
Stefanie Warren Marketing Manager, Park National Bank & husband Aaron Warren
Neil Leist, CNE Schools Superintendent & wife Candace Leist
Jeff Weir, Williamsburg Schools Superintendent & wife Kelly Weir
Carl Woodrow, Clermont DD Retiree and Volunteer & granddaughter Kathryn Lachat
Don White, Clermont County Prosecutor & wife Bonnie White, a former employee
at Clermont DD
Tickets are $50 and include an hors d’oeuvre bar, one drink ticket, and a show that will knock your
socks off! Returning judges are Jeff Bill of the Dance Club Studio, Anne Erwin of the West Clermont
School of Dance, and our very own Kathy Lehr from the Clermont County Office of Public
Information. The West Clermont School of Dance will perform while votes are being tallied. Don’t
miss out! Call 513-732-5028 for tickets TODAY!
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From the Superintendent
Sharon Woodrow
This will be short notice but I expenses of course. Because
hope that many of you have a of generous sponsors,
chance to attend Dancing expenses have been managed
with the Stars on March 11th. very well this year –
What a wonderful experience providing much needed
for all who attend – whether revenue to this program.
to dance or to watch. And, in
doing so, attendees and If you receive this newsletter
supporters have the in time to attend this event,
satisfaction of knowing that please consider doing so. If
they are supporting a really you do not and would like to
good cause – families who make a contribution to the Clermont DD will receive
need a break from caretaking. Gift of Time Respite Program donations as a result of
– it’s not too late. Just call people registering for the
While it’s true that there is no Suzanne Diesel at 513-732- event through us. We also
greater joy than caring for 5028. have a really great deal on
and supporting a loved one – Kroger gift cards. Call
whether that person has a And, a really huge thanks to Suzanne for more
disability, an illness, or some all the really big contributors information 513-732-5028
type of short or long term – our dancers this year! We
crisis - there also can be no couldn’t hold this event Don’t forget to change your
mistaking the fact that the act without them, and because of clocks one hour forward on
of 24 hour care-giving can them, many folks are getting Sunday, March 13th and
take it’s toll. The Clermont a much needed service. Look welcome to Spring!
County Gift of Time Respite for pictures and other
program has been able to help information from the actual
many of these families by event in next month’s
offering them a break – time Beacon.
away to shop, relax, attend
appointments or whatever. Look inside this issue for
This time away is very details about how you can
important. Contributions to help Clermont DD participate
Dancing with Stars go in the well known Cincinnati
directly to this program, after Flying Pig Marathon.
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We are pleased to announce that Angie Stanton is the new Activity Aide for the Clermont
County Board of Developmental Disabilities! She replaces Joan Arthur who retired on
February 28. Be sure to watch the April Beacon for an article about Joanie.
Angie has been employed at Clermont DD for several years in the Adult Services Department,
and brings experience and enthusiasm to the Community Relations Department. To give her
time to train for her new position, we only have two activities planned this month; keep in
mind, Angie will have a full schedule of events planned for April. RSVP to Angie at (513)
732-4923 (same number as usual). Or, you can contact her at astanton@clermontdd.org.
March 17, 2011
St. Patrick’s Day Dance
Landmark Baptist Church
1450 Clough Pike
Batavia, OH 45103
7-9 p.m.
Live Music Provided by The Hedge
**The church is near the corner of Amelia Olive Branch Road and
Clough Pike.
March 29, 2011
Dinner on the Road
Golden Corral Restaurant Eastgate
5-7 p.m.
This activity is open, but please RSVP so we can make sure there will
be enough seats for all.
RSVP to
Angie Stanton 513-732-4923.
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Respite Corner
Robin Cooke
Respite Coordinator
Gift of Time Music Providers i m p a c t e d continued support and volunteer
In response to an appeal for by developmental disabilities, other hours make it possible to give co-
musical talent, Haley and Tim disabilities, chronic illness, mental op parents/families time to
Dunn, guitar in hand, provided a health issues, aging, or abuse. themselves to run errands or simply
wonderful musical experience for Space is limited, so register today. relax. Volunteering comes in many
our Gift of Time Respite Go to www.archrespite.org forms: working with participants at
participants. There was singing March 12 2011. Mark your the respite, helping serve lunch,
and dancing followed by a personal calendar for our next Gift of Time calling parents with reminders, and
concert. Our participants engaged Respite Day at Wildey, noon until so much more. What are your
in the activity with smiles and 4 p.m. Your child can enjoy an skills? Update your volunteer
laughter. Thank you for your Gift afternoon of crafts, cooking, games hours at the January respite. Check
of Time, Haley and Tim! and swimming fun. your volunteer account at the
registration table.
Opportunities for Parents Check Think about taking a break that
out this exciting, new weekend by bringing your CC/DD Questions. If you have any
opportunity that impacts families qualified loved one as well as their questions about this wonderful
all over the state of OHIO! siblings to an afternoon at Wildey! FREE program, please call our
The first Ohio Respite Summit voice mail, 513-732-5037. Voice
will be held on Friday, March 4, Reservations are required. Please mail is checked several times a day.
2011. Please consider attending call 513-732-5037 for reservations However, if you need a more
(registration is FREE) and pass this o r e m a i l immediate answer, contact me
on to colleagues and families you r o b i n c o o k e @ z o o m t o w n . c o m. directly. My cell phone number is
know who are passionate about Your reservation will give me the 513-602-8049, or send an email to:
enhancing respite services and opportunity to plan appropriate robincooke@zoomtown.com.
about forming a future statewide activities and secure volunteers for
respite coalition. the day.
Who should attend? Parents, family
c a r e g iv e r s , p r o v id e r s , a nd Volunteer Credit. What makes
community agencies who support GOT Respite Co-operative so
individuals, families, and children special? Our family support! Your
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APRIL SHOWERS
While April showers may protective clothing. 7. In the event of a flash
bring May flowers, they also 3. Decide where you and flood, evacuate
bring with them the real your family will go if told immediately and seek
possibility of flooding. A to evacuate. higher ground.
flood inevitably causes 4. Raise your furnace, water
damage, but with some heater, and electric panel More detailed flood safety
preparation its effects can be if they are in areas of your information is available at:
minimized. The American home that may be
Red Cross suggests doing the flooded. http://www.redcross.org/
following: 5. Be aware of flood www-files/Documents/pdf/
watches, which mean that Preparedness/checklists/
1. Check your insurance a flood is possible in your Flood.pdf
policies to see if they area, and flood warnings,
cover floods. If you live which mean that your
in a flood prone area, area is being flooded or
consider talking with will soon be flooded.
insurance agents about 6. If a flood watch is issued,
what policies make sense move your furniture and
for you. valuables as high as
2. Assemble a disaster kit possible in your home. If
which includes a first aid a flood warning is issued,
kit, important stay tuned to the TV or
medications, canned food, radio and be prepared to
drinking water, radio, and evacuate if necessary.
FYI
The following events/meetings are scheduled at the Families with ASD Resource Center, 5989 Meijer
Drive, Suite 9, Milford, OH 45150. All are free unless otherwise noted.
3/4/11 Ante Up for Autism, Texas Hold Em Tournament to raise money for Families with
ASD, 7PM
3/8/11 Facial Expressions and Body Language Class, 7PM
3/18/11 Fathers Support Group, 8PM, location TBA. RSVP or info at
helpingfamilieswithautism@yahoo.com
3/19/11 Single Parent Support Group, RSVP and info janis.hastings@gmail.com, 12:30pm
3/26/11 Autism Awareness Kickoff
3/29/11 Facial Expressions and Body Language Class, 7PM
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March is DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
AWARENESS MONTH!
Each year, the Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities celebrates the
accomplishments of individuals in our community by recognizing March as DD Awareness
Month. Several exciting events are planned this year to raise awareness about programs and
services that are offered to children and adults with developmental disabilities in Clermont
County. In addition, we have the opportunity to participate in community events that help
spread the word about our agency’s programs. Below is our calendar…join in our celebration
and help us distribute this year’s theme to all Clermont County citizens: “Together, we support
possibilities…we accomplish more…and the future is brighter!”
March 2 Commissioners’ Proclamation Presentation
March 3 Awareness Month Kickoff, Statehouse
March 5 Summer and Other Adventures Expo, Tri-County Mall
March 10 Staff vs. Wildey Comets Basketball Game, Wildey Center
March 11 “Dancing with the Stars” Extravaganza, Holiday Inn Eastgate
March 16 Adult Services Photo Contest, Grissom Building
March 17 Wildey Alumni vs. Wildey Comets Basketball Game, Wildey Center
March 17-19 People First of Ohio Conference, Wilmington
March 21 Ohio Public Images Media Awards, Columbus
March 23 Dancing with Clermont DD Adult Services Dance Competition, Wildey Center
March 25 Leadership Breakfast, Wildey Center Cafeteria
March 30 Clermont Chamber of Commerce Business Expo, Receptions East
April 1 Clermont County Sheriff’s All Stars vs. Wildey Comets, Wildey Center
Ads featuring the picture above will appear at the Milford Rave Cinemas as well as in the
Clermont Journal, Cincinnati Enquirer, and Clermont Sun newspapers. These ads are in
collaboration with Hamilton, Butler, Warren, and Clermont County DD programs.
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Join us in the Flying Pig Fundraiser!
Please fill out the Registration Form below if you are interested in helping us raise money in conjunction
with the Flying Pig Marathon. You’ll register to participate in the 5K or the Flying Piglet, and collect
pledges from your family and friends...that’s it! All money raised through your pledges stays with our
agency, and 10% of your registration fee comes back to us. It’s a great way to get in shape and raise
money for a great agency! For more information, contact Suzanne Diesel at (513) 732-5028 or
sdiesel@clermontdd.org. Or simply fill out the registration form below and send it into P.O. Box 156
Batavia, OH 45103 attn: Suzanne Diesel and we will send you a pledge packet.
2011
FLYING PIG MARATHON
REGISTRATION FORM
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
First Name
Last Name
Gender Male Female
Birth date MM/DD/YYYY
Address
City
State
Phone Number
Age on Race Day
05/01/2011
Please check which event you will be participating in
Checks made payable to CLERCO INC.
Cash Check
Flying Pig 5K $25 Credit Card #
Exp. Date
Visa MC
Cash Check
Flying Pig Piglet $10 Credit Card #
Exp. Date
Visa MC
Clermont County 8
Board of DD
P. O. Box 156
Batavia, OH 45103
Board Members
Harry Snyder - President
Laurie Benintendi - Vice President
Jennifer Milloux - Secretary
Greg Carson
Sheila Madden
Kim Pellington
Garrett Slone
Superintendent
Sharon Woodrow
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THE BEACON is published monthly by the Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities.
Please direct any questions or send your press releases to: Lisa Davis, Community Relations Director
Clermont County Board of Developmental Disabilities P. O. Box 156 Batavia, OH 45103
513/732-4921 ldavis@clermontdd.org
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