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The Ghosts Of Halloween It’s Alive
By: Charles Porter By: Charles Poe
Leaf Pile Monster Mash
By: Sharese Spencer By: Wallace Peck
2018 OPRA Fall Conference
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Front Cover Featured Artists
Charles Porter; “The Ghosts of Halloween”
Charles Porter’s drawing style is very distinctive. He layers one color after an-
other to create a drawing that resembles geological strata. Occasionally,
Charles incorporates more representational imagery of animals. Charles has
worked in many mediums including painting, ceramics, illustration, and textiles.
Charles Poe; “It’s Alive”
From day one, Charles has utilized his studio time to the fullest. If he is not
behind the sewing machine crafting a new Luchador mask, he is experi-
menting in a number of other mediums. Charles loves learning and has exper-
imented, working with materials such as charcoal, acrylic, clay, and plaster
cast. His illustration style is dark and dramatic. He loves creating images of his
favorite wrestling stars, musicians, and historical figures. In addition to sewing
masks, he has also made a number of amazing puppets and costumes.
Sharese Spencer; “Leaf Pile”
Sharese’s artwork is influenced by her love of fashion. Her affinity for fabric
and texture shows through in the bright colors she layers to create unique
textures on canvas. Her signature tool is a palette knife, which she uses to
slather paint on or scrape through the layers. Sharese’s radiant personality
is visible in her work through the fun color combinations she comes up
with.
Wallace Peck; “Monster Mash”
Wallace’s stylized portraits have gained a lot of attention in the Columbus
art scene! He has been selected as an emerging artist at the Columbus Arts
Festival, as well as the inaugural artist for the First Lady of Ohio’s Spotlight
program at the Ohio Governor’s Residence. He also exhibits regularly at
Lindsay Gallery and is a featured artist in the Short North Alliance View-
points Mural project where his artwork covers the side of a whole building.
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Welcome!
WELCOME!
On behalf of the OPRA Board and staff, welcome to the 2018 OPRA Fall Conference. OPRA is dedicated to serving our members
and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Our mission is: “To support and provide advocacy for private community-based service providers, to ensure the availability of
programs, services and funding adequate to support, and to assist individuals with developmental disabilities as they strive to
achieve a life of increasing independence, productivity and integration.”
OPRA continues to be the trusted voice of private providers. We work to influence state and federal policy that impacts the IDD
service system. After 8 years of Governor Kasich and 12 years of Director Martin, we are faced with significant changes in the ad-
ministration. Change in the composition of the state legislature is coming next year too. We are threatened with cuts to Medicaid
funding, loss of Medicaid expansion and uncertain federal policies. Coupled with the direct support professional crisis, inflation-
ary erosion of provider rates and increasing complexity of operations, many providers are struggling. OPRA members are working
together to build a more sustainable future for providers and the people we support.
Now is your time. Join us in our work. It is more important than ever to get involved in voicing your concerns and advocating on
behalf of Ohioans with IDD and our direct support professionals. We need a quality and sustainable workforce, quality, accounta-
ble and sustainable system reform, and efficiencies and simplification. We need your help to make this happen.
We encourage you to take time to process the information presented at this conference and evaluate how you may incorporate it
into your organization. In addition, we suggest you meet and network with your peers. The knowledge you will gain from discuss-
ing and sharing ideas with your colleagues will prove invaluable.
There are great events planned for the next two days, including information about the latest industry trends. This fall, we have 46
individual sessions in twelve different tracks. The schedule is user-friendly with color-coded columns to show you where the ses-
sions are located. We are fortunate to have 53 quality vendors. Be sure to take time between sessions to visit them.
Thank you for attending the conference and bringing your leadership and expertise to our gathering. Stay engaged, be proactive,
and continue to shape the future for the individuals you serve. Please talk to each other, share your successes and concerns, and
most importantly, have fun.
Thank you for being here and enjoy the conference.
Jamie Steele Mark Davis
OPRA Board Chair OPRA President
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Complete Schedule
Wednesday, October 24, 2018 Locations
5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. OPRA Member Orientation Birch 3
5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Exhibitor Check-in and Early Badge Pickup Outside Ballroom 3
6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Welcome Social - Everyone is WELCOME! Study
- Sponsors & Exhibitors & Attendees
Thursday, October 25, 2018
8:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m. Registration Open Outside Ballroom 3
8:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Welcome Ballroom 1-4
9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Keynote Session 1 Ballroom 1-4
10:00 a.m.-10:20 a.m. Break – Visit Exhibitors Hallway / Northpoint 1 & 2
10:20 a.m.-11:20 a.m. Session 2-8 / 7 Tracks All Areas
11:20 a.m.-11:35 a.m. Break – Visit Exhibitors Hallway / Northpoint 1 & 2
11:35 a.m.-12:35 p.m. Session 9-15 / 7 Tracks All Areas
Exhibitor Lunch Time Ohio Dining Room Buffet
12:35 p.m.-1:35 p.m. Attendee Lunch Time Ohio Dining Room Buffet
1:45 p.m.-2:45 p.m. Session 16-22 / 7 Tracks All Areas
2:45 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Break – Visit Exhibitors Hallway / Northpoint 1 & 2
3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Session 23-29 / 7 Tracks All Areas
4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Legislative Update with Jeff Davis Session 30 Study
7:45 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Designer Bag Bingo PAC EVENT Ballroom 1
8:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. Halloween Party Ballroom 2/3
Friday, October 26, 2018
8:30 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Registration Open Outside Ballroom 3
9:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m. OPRA Membership Annual Meeting (OPRA Members Only) Ballroom 2-3
9:30 a.m.-9:45 a.m. Break -- Visit Exhibitors Hallway / Northpoint 1 & 2
9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Session 31-38 / 8 Tracks All Areas
10:45 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Break – Visit Exhibitors Hallway / Northpoint 1 & 2
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Session 39-46 / 8 Tracks All Areas
12:00 p.m.-12:20 p.m. Break -- Visit Exhibitors Hallway / Northpoint 1 & 2
12:20 p.m.-1:50 p.m. Award Luncheon Ballroom 1-4 (Plated Lunch)
1:50 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Raffle Drawing and Announcements Ballroom 1-4
Exhibitor Recognition
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OPRA Board of Directors
Board Officers Board Members
Marti Adams District 1
Chairperson Jamie Steele Justin Blumhorst At Large
District 1 Roy Cherry District 4
Jerri Elson District 3
Vice Chairperson Diane Beastrom Roger Fortener District 4
District 7 Bob Gaston At Large
Dennis Grant District 2
Treasurer Adam Guinther Felicia Hall District 8
District 6 Robert Heinzerling District 6
Than Johnson District 8
Secretary Lisa Reed Michael Malone District 4
District 3 Patrick Maynard District 6
Jennifer Meade District 1
Immediate Tom Weaver Donna Merrill At Large
Past Chairperson District 2 Trish Otter District 7
John Swanson District 8
Bill Ullman District 5
Lynne Urbanski District 7
Brad Vincent District 5
OPRA Staff
President Mark Davis
Vice President Anita Allen
Director, Government Relations Jeff Davis
Director, Employment Services Lisa Mathis
Director, Events Shane Schaefer
Policy Analyst Christine Touvelle
Member Communications Manager Sonya Summers
Special Projects Manager Janice Hall
Administrative Assistant Rhonda Jacob
Accountant Pete Thompson
OPRA Office
1152 Goodale Blvd., Columbus, OH 43212
614-224-6772
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Wednesday, October 24
5:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m. Member Orientation Birch 3
5:00 p.m.—7:00 p.m. Exhibitor Check-in & Setup All Areas
Welcome Social
SPONSORED BY:
6:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. Study
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
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SPONSORED BY:
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Visit our PowerUP!
Charging Station
Just outside the Ballroom!
Sponsored By:
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Carrier Holland
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Thursday, October 25
8:00 a.m.—8:30 a.m. Registration Open Grand Ballroom
8:30 a.m.—9:00 a.m. Welcome with Mark Davis, OPRA President Grand Ballroom
The Power of Passion
Keynote Speaker: Jamie Richardson, Vice President
9:00 a.m.—10:00 a.m. White Castle Management Co.
This energizing walk through the history of White Castle focuses on what’s
(Session 1) essential to create a winning organizational culture. Participants will have the
Grand Ballroom opportunity to learn through vivid storytelling, and a ‘case study’ method that
shows how the ongoing growth and success of the storied White Castle
brand has been achieved through creation of a values based culture, with car-
ing for people as a cornerstone.
10:00 a.m.—10:20 a.m. BREAK — please visit Conference Exhibitors
10:20 a.m.—11:20 a.m. SESSIONS 2-8
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE/SPEAKERS LOCATION
Title-Developing Collaborative Solutions to Community
2 APSE
Employment, Part 1 Speaker– Ohio APSE
Grand Ballroom 1
Description: During parts one and two of this four part interactive discus-
sion, participants will hear different stakeholder perspectives on some of to-
day’s most pressing barriers to community employment in Ohio. Speakers
include self-advocates, families, providers of community based employment
services, the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD), Opportunities
for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), and County Boards of Developmental
Disabilities.
Business Title-Providers and Hackers
3 Solutions Speaker-Justin Buren, Buren Insurance Group
Sycamore 1
Description: This presentation is geared for those leaders at providers that realize
the data of both the people they serve and their employees is important and
"hackable." We'll discuss more than hacks by clarifying when/where/how/why person-
al data is stolen as well as repercussions to both the party responsible for the data
(Cough, Cough, YOU!) and the party whose data was lost/stolen. Second, we'll discuss
options and tips to prevent data from being lost/stolen as well as methods to transfer
that risk to someone else. This will be informative and entertaining!
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Thursday, October 25
10:20 a.m.—11:20 a.m. SESSIONS 2-8
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE/SPEAKERS LOCATION
Title-Healthcare Mergers and Acquisitions
4 CEO
Speaker-Matt Albers, Vorys, Sater, Seymour & Pease, LLP
Cypress 1
Description: The presentation will provide an overview of basic merger and consoli-
dation principles, legal requirements, risks, and rewards. The presentation will include
a description of the typical mechanisms of merger or collaboration, the processes by
which these are achieved, and the risks for the unwary. There will also be a discussion
of some of the healthcare specific risks and rewards of consolidation, including the
risks specific to DD providers.
Title-Safety and Sexuality: What’s My Role as a DSP
5 DSP
Speaker-Olivia Calderia, The Center for Disability Empowerment
Sycamore 2
Description:
- Supporting consumers with IDD to become more independent and informed about their rights
and responsibilities regarding relationships and sexuality
- Teaching consumers about their body in a respectful and dignified manner, in language that is
easily accessible
- Increasing awareness of different types of sexuality
- Educating staff about how to identify abuse, how to respond from a Trauma-Informed Care
perspective, prevent further revictimization, and take action to promote healing and resiliency
Title-Supporting Individuals with Complex Needs—Part 1
6 Day Services Speaker-Kurt Smith, FCBDD/ARC Industries Grand Ballroom 4
Description: This session will focus on ways to support people with complex
needs in integrated community settings. Direct Support and Leadership staff
from ARC Industries will share their experience and outcomes in developing,
organizing, scheduling and delivering community supports to people with a
wide range of needs. Learn how Discovery and a person-centered approach
can be the key to unlock success in the community!!!
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Thursday, October 25
10:20 a.m.—11:20 a.m. SESSIONS 2-8
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE/SPEAKERS LOCATION
Title-Top Ten Employment Law Updates for Providers
7 HR Speaker-Nelson Cary, Vorys, Sater, Seymour & Pease, LLP Grand Ballroom 3
Description: The session will cover the top 10 legal developments in labor and em-
ployment law over the last 12 months. These are changes that providers, as employers,
should be aware of in order to maintain compliance with the constantly shifting em-
ployment law requirements and/or to minimize legal risks and exposure in connection
with employment-related claims. Topics covered will include changes impacting labor/
management relations, wage/hour, equal employment opportunity, and employee
handbooks.
Program Title-HELP, My Staff is Driving Me up The Wall!
8 Directors Speakers-Greg LaForme & Tom Speaks, The Impact Group
Grand Ballroom 2
Description: Do you have internal Staff constantly complaining about each other to
you? Do Staff expect you to solve all their Communication issues? Could Retention and
Accountability problems be related to poor staff to staff communications? Is the
“Communication Noise” simply becoming too much to manage? If so, you may wish to
consider using Communication and Behavioral Assessments to help solve these prob-
lems!
11:20 a.m.—11:35 a.m. BREAK — please visit Conference Exhibitors
11:35 a.m.—12:35 p.m. EXHIBITOR LUNCH TIME—OHIO VALLEY DINING ROOM
11:35 a.m.—12:35 p.m. SESSIONS 9-15
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Title-Developing Collaborative Solutions to Community Em-
9 APSE
ployment, Part 2 Speaker– Ohio APSE
Grand Ballroom 1
Description: During parts one and two of this four part discussion, partici-
pants will hear different stakeholder perspectives on some of today’s most
pressing barriers to community employment in Ohio. Speakers include self-
advocates, families, providers of community based employment services, the
Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD), Opportunities for Ohioans
with Disabilities (OOD), and County Boards of Developmental Disabilities.
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Thursday, October 25
11:35 a.m.—12:35 p.m. SESSIONS 9-15
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Business Title-EVV and HIPAA
10 Solutions Speaker-Diane Evans, MyHIPAA Guide
Sycamore 1
Description: The Ohio Department of Medicaid issued a recent memo titled, "EVV
Security and Privacy Approach." And yes, it's all about attaining cybersecurity through
HIPAA compliance. This session will walk you through key points of the ODM memo,
and we'll review special security challenges faced by I/DD providers.
Title-Using VIA Character Strengths To Retain Workforce
11 CEO Speaker-Joan Hoxsey, Relationship Resources, LLC Cypress 1
Description: This down to earth practical workshop will address the “negativity bias”
and its effect on retention rates. Participants will learn how they can use the VIA Char-
acter Strengths Assessment to both affirm and direct themselves and their employees
to greater engagement, productivity, and satisfaction. The beneficial byproduct of this
employee growth experienced by citizens using their services will be explored. The
workshop will also address the advantages of adopting a trauma based strengths ap-
proach for all involved in DD services leading to increased resilience and empower-
ment. Participants can expect to come away from this workshop with real, immediate-
ly usable, and helpful strategies.
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Title-Communication: The Easiest Solution Is the Hardest Task
DSP Speaker-Jerry Ross, Echoing Hills
Sycamore 2
Description: We talk about the problem all the time, and we always identify one
component as a contributing factor, "Communication". But as Mark Twain said
"Everyone complains about the weather, but no one will do anything about it." It's time
to stop identifying the problem and work on a solution. Learn why communication is so
hard, and what you can do to make the solution to most problems easier and more
efficient. Communication is key, and someone will have to lead the charge. It isn't com-
fortable, but it's the most important thing we'll do.
Title-Supporting Individuals with Complex Needs-Part 2
13 Day Services Speaker-Round Table Discussion Grand Ballroom 4
Description: This interactive session will be a continuation of the conversa-
tion in session 6 about supporting individuals with complex needs in the com-
munity. Every organization is unique, and during this round-table discussion
you will be able to brainstorm with your peers on how to best develop, or-
ganize, schedule and deliver community supports to people with a wide range
of needs at your organization. Be part of an interactive solution to providing
successful services in the community.
21Thursday, October 25
11:35 a.m.—12:35 p.m. SESSIONS 9-15
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Title-Living The Rules Of Leadership
14 HR
Speaker-Scott Warrick, Warrick Consulting
Grand Ballroom 3
Description: Why do MOST employees QUIT their jobs? (NO, IT IS NOT MONEY!) What ARE the
RULES OF LEADERSHIP? What is “EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE” and why is it so critical to becoming a
GREAT LEADER? How did Heinz Frozen Foods’ GREAT LEADERSHIP boost its production from 83% to
92% efficiency in just 10 MONTHS? What is VERBAL JEET … and why is it a VITAL LEADERSHIP SKILL?
How should you define “RESPECT”? What is the “NEUROLOGY OF EMOTIONS” and why do we
humans react the way we do? Why does CONFLICT build TRUST? What is the #1 KILLER OF ALL
RELATIONSHIPS? How do you define your CULTURE … and how do you ENFORCE IT? What role does
MONEY play in motivating employees? What EXACTLY are the FOUR SEQUENTIAL STEPS of TEAM
BUILDING? How should you define and build “TRUST” in your organization? How does an organiza-
tion can keep everyone FOCUSED ON ITS GOALS?
Join Scott as he shows you SPECIFICALLY the RULES of how to become an EFFECTIVE and GREAT
LEADER, which results in a more efficient and productive work environment in his own practical,
entertaining and humorous style. Scott will not only outline a process for you to follow in his
unique "rubber hits the road" approach, but he will tell you how to use this information IMMEDI-
ATELY!
Program
15 Directors
Title-Human Trafficking and Developmentally Delayed Individuals
Speaker-Kristi Miller, Welcome House
Grand Ballroom 2
Description: This workshop will give the audience an overview of what Hu-
man Trafficking is, how to identify it, and what to do if it is suspected. It will
focus on how the IDD population is at great risk for victimization and how be
more aware.
12:35 p.m.—1:35 p.m. ATTENDEE LUNCH TIME—OHIO VALLEY DINING ROOM
1:45 p.m.—2:45 p.m. SESSIONS 16-22
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Title-Developing Collaborative Solutions to Community
16 APSE
Employment, Part 3 Speaker– Ohio APSE
Grand Ballroom 1
Description: During parts three and four of this four part discussion, participants will
take part in an interactive world café activity to develop potential solutions and action
items to some of today’s most pressing barriers to community employment in Ohio.
22Thursday, October 25
1:45 p.m.—2:45 p.m. SESSIONS 16-22
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Title-Supercharge Your Agency Using Technology
17 Business Speaker-Juliette Palmer, Foothold Technology
Sycamore 1
Solutions Kristen Henry, APSI
Description: As the landscape of health and human services continues to experience
massive changes, management teams are being called upon to lead by example and
provide more to staff. Staff at all levels of an organization are seeking additional train-
ing opportunities and open dialogue among colleagues. Agencies are being asked to
exhibit greater accountability on where and how services are being delivered. In this
session, we’ll share some concrete examples of how one agency is embracing technol-
ogy to create open channels of communication, assess staff and program perfor-
mance, and encourage professional development while streamlining operations at the
same time. Attend this session to learn how a connected, supported staff can help lead
to improved outcomes for those you serve.
Title-DODD Updates
18 CEO
Speaker-John Martin, Director, DODD
Grand Ballroom 2
Description: Join Director Martin as he reflects on DODD's initiatives over the past 11
years and discusses how these initiatives will serve as the foundation for future service
delivery. The Director will explore the continual evolution of service delivery and the
crucial role providers will play as the system continues to emphasize community inte-
gration and competitive, integrated employment, while ensuring health and safety.
Title-Employee Happiness
19 Speaker-Bethany Toledo, OADSP
Sycamore 2
DSP Heather Cameron, MEORC
Darryl Watson, REM
Director: Happy employees are more efficient, more productive, and stay
longer. Studies have found that most people have a simple desire, and that is
to be appreciated. When you boil it down, employees want to feel like they
matter, and that what they do has an impact. This session will focus on organi-
zation culture, and what leaders of all levels can do to support employee hap-
piness.
23Thursday, October 25
1:45 p.m.—2:45 p.m. SESSIONS 16-22
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Title-Payment in Adult Day and Employment Services
20 Day Services Speaker-Stacy Collins, DODD Grand Ballroom 4
Description: This session will review the DODD Guidance Document, Pay-
ment in Adult Day and Employment Services that was distributed on June 11,
2018.
Title-How To Avoid Costly Recruiting Mistakes
21 HR
Speaker-Craig & Scott De Fasselle, Blitz Media Design
Cypress 1
Description: What to watch out for when companies sell you adver-
tising. Why tracking recruiting results can help save you thousands and
how to set it up. How to strengthen the recruiting you're already
doing.
Program Title-Leadership Development—The Leader Within
22 Directors Speaker-Edgar Barnett, TBG Consulting, LLC
Grand Ballroom 3
Description: Program consist of a Speech with a Powerpoint Presen-
tation with a review the Ten Essentials of Teamwork. Steps to become
an effective leader using the L.E.A.D. model which is 1.) Lead with a
clear purpose, 2.Empower people to participate, 3. Aim for consensus
and 4. Direct the process.
2:45 p.m.-3:00 p.m. BREAK — please visit Conference Exhibitors
3:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m. SESSIONS 23-29
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Title-Developing Collaborative Solutions to Community
23 APSE
Employment, Part 4 Speaker– Ohio APSE
Grand Ballroom 1
Description: During parts three and four of this four part discussion, partici-
pants will take part in an interactive world café activity to develop potential
solutions and action items to some of today’s most pressing barriers to com-
munity employment in Ohio.
24Thursday, October 25
3:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m. SESSIONS 23-29
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Business Title-Staff Perks
24 Solutions Speaker-Mike Cummins, The Shamrock Company
Sycamore 1
Description: Staff Recruitment and Staff Retention is the foundation of any agency.
Finding quality workers in today’s climate is difficult but retaining them is even more
challenging due to the many responsibilities that Directors, Supervisors and DSPs have
to excel at daily when caring for people with disabilities.
You can never say “thank you” enough to your hard-working staff and many of them go
above and beyond often. Shamrock Companies want to help agencies retain and moti-
vate staff by offering them rewards through apparel and gifts through our unique web-
site that a Provider and their staff can easily access. This website was specifically de-
signed for all Ohio Providers and their employees. It is user friendly and staff can access
the site from their phones and order apparel items or gifts by using a promotional code
or they can just purchase items on their own. The promotional codes are given out to
staff whenever a Provider wishes to show appreciation for all of their hard-work and
efforts or for an employee who went above and beyond by picking up a few extra
shifts.
Staff appreciation goes a long way in helping with morale and motivation. A simple
perk like a t-shirt, a sweat shirt or a watch for a job well done has been proven to help
with retaining employees. It is a nice way to say “we appreciate you!”
Please join us to learn more about our program and let us help you retain and appreci-
ate your staff more often…
Title-The Importance of Legislative Advocacy
25 CEO
Speaker-Mike Toman, The Success Group
Grand Ballroom 2
Description: The session will focus on the importance of legislative advocacy
and your organization. How best to develop relationships with lawmakers and
policy makers and the impact the Legislature can have on your organization.
Title-Soft Skills
26 DSP Speaker-Angi Phillips, Ohio Alliance of Direct
Sycamore 2
Support Professionals
Description: A person’s soft skills are an integral part of his or her individual contribu-
tion to the success of an organization. However, these skills might not come naturally.
Participants in this session identify and learn about developing and improving the top
soft skills needed by employers, and discover which soft skills help handle day to day
situations, improve the outcomes of individuals served, and bolster confidence and
success on the Direct Support career path.
25Thursday, October 25
3:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m. SESSIONS 23-29
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Title– Round Table Discussion
27 Day Services
Speaker– Elizabeth Owens
Grand Ballroom 4
Description: Come join leaders in our field to discuss progressive
approaches to adapt and thrive in the changing system. Be part of
interactive, solution oriented conversations that are sure to give you
inspiration to lead forward. Collaboration and sharing of resources is
one of the greatest assets within our field. Join in the discussion and
benefit from the strength and creativity of others.
Title-Hire People Better Than You
28 HR
Speaker-Jerry Ross, Echoing Hills
Cypress 1
Description: Too often, we hire people like us, people who support
our ideas and people who don't step out of line. This often works fine
until things go wrong. Hiring people who will challenge your precon-
ceived notions, your standard operating procedures and your authority
forces the entire team to look at all of the angles. Consistently hiring
people who are smarter than you, faster than you, more efficient than
you, challenges everyone to elevate their performance. Managing
these challenging people is critical, they can't be left to their own de-
vices, they need you to provide direction. Don't be threatened, don't
be scared, but set up your team so you are the most expendable piece.
Program
29 Directors
Title– 7 Essential Elements of Person-Centered Planning
Speaker– Kelly Ferenbaugh, DODD
Grand Ballroom 3
Description: In this session, participants will learn about critical as-
pects of a quality person-centered plan and the approaches and tools
that support effective planning and implementation. A provider’s role
in the development and implementation of a person-centered plan is
critical to the success of the person they are supporting. With the right
approaches and tools, providers can better inform the development of
the person-centered plan, which leads to more seamless implementa-
tion.
We’ll explore a variety of approaches, some familiar and some unfamil-
iar, and leave with tools and resources that will help tackle those chal-
lenges right away.
26Thursday, October 25
4:15 p.m.—5:15 p.m. SESSION 30
Title: Legislative Update with Jeff Davis
30 Legislative
Speaker: Jeff Davis, OPRA
Study
Description: What's the latest State Budget News? What other Bills
of Interest to providers and small businesses are circulating in Ohio's
Statehouse? Come visit with us as we talk through legislation, advo-
cacy and politics and the role OPRA plays in representing your inter-
ests.
27Thursday, October 25
7:45 p.m.—9:00 p.m. Bingo—Ballroom 1
PROCEEDS BENEFITING
WHEN ALL ARE WELCOME!
Thursday, Oct. 25th MEN & WOMEN!
Check-in 7:45 pm
First Game 8:00 pm ENTERTAINMENT
WHERE Runway models!
Fall OPRA Conference Special guests!
Nationwide Conference Center DONATIONS!
BALLROOM 1 DONATIONS!!
FEATURING DONATIONS!!!
ACCEPTED AT THE DOOR!
COACH ● Kate Spade ● Computer Personal Checks ONLY!
Bags ● Michael Kors ● Duffle Bag Make checks payable to: OPRA PAC
● Vera Bradley ● and more…..
REGISTER ONLINE OR
AT THE REGISTRATION DESK!
28Thursday, October 25
Halloween Party
8:00 p.m.—11:00 p.m.
BALLROOM 3 & 4
Appetizers Costumes Welcome!
Games & Karaoke,
& Cocktails!
Haunted Photo Booth!
29Friday, October 26
8:30 a.m.—9:00 a.m. Registration Open Grand Ballroom
9:00 a.m.—9:30 a.m. OPRA Membership Annual Meeting (OPRA Members Only) Grand Ballroom
9:30 a.m.—9:45 a.m. BREAK — please visit Conference Exhibitors
9:45 a.m.—10:45 a.m. SESSIONS 31-38
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
31 Title-Do What You Do Best and Outsource The Rest Grand Ballroom 3
Speaker-Lori Chick, NEON, COG
Business
Chris Wolf, TIL Consulting
Solutions
George Paroz, Fairhaven Industries
Debbie Hubbard, NEON
Description: This presentation will explore the advantages of utilizing pro-
fessional administrative services as an outsourcing solution to lessen the bur-
den of administrative functions so providers can focus on what they do best:
Enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
Title-Organizational Culture Challenge
32 CEO
Speaker-George Flanagan, L.E.D., Inc.
Grand Ballroom 2
Description: How often you have heard or have been involved in conversations
about organizational culture change or changing an organizations culture?
Have you ever been involved in bringing about organizational culture change?
How often have you observed a significant lasting change as a result of an organiza-
tional culture change initiative?
Changing an organization's culture is one of the most difficult challenges a leader will
face. It is much more difficult to change the culture of an existing organization than to
create a culture in a new organization. In order to change the culture in an established
organization, people at all levels must unlearn the old values, assumptions, and behav-
iors before they can learn the new ones.
This presentation will ask a number of salient question and examine the human reality
as it applies to culture and the role executives play in shaping, influencing and chang-
ing the culture in the ever shifting and challenging environment.
30Friday, October 26
9:45 a.m.—10:45 a.m. SESSIONS 31-38
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Title-Many Faces of Autism: 5 Simple Strategies
33 DSP
Speaker-Keli Yeagley, OCALI
Sycamore 2
Description: In this one-hour session, adult learners will walk away with 5
simple strategies that help support people with autism from early childhood
through young adulthood. Preview clips from the groundbreaking online vid-
eo training series available through Autism Certification Center: ASD Strate-
gies in Action and ask questions along the way! ACC is available at no cost to
anyone who lives or works in Ohio and has been been designed for anyone
who lives with, loves, or supports someone with autism.
Title–The Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act (WIOA)
34 Day Services Speaker–Judith Carey, Solutions At Work
Grand Ballroom 4
Description: President Barack Obama signed the Workforce Innovation and Oppor-
tunity Act (WIOA) into law on July 22, 2014. The WIOA is designed to help job seekers
access employment, education, training, and support services to succeed in the labor
market and to match employers with the skilled workers they need to compete in the
global economy. Learn details of how the WIOA is being implemented by Opportunities
for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD), and how it impacts the people you support, the
state of Ohio, and your organization. Examples of how one organization has ensured
compliance with the WIOA will be shared.
Title-Increasing Opportunities For Health
35 Healthcare
Speaker-Ann Robinson, OSUMC
Cypress 1
Description: Busy schedules and a lack of information can get in the way of people
engaging in healthy behaviors. People with disabilities and DSPs both experience
health issues related to lack of exercise and nutritional knowledge and can benefit
from health classes and programs done together. Participating in workplace wellness
activities has the potential to increase social support, job satisfaction, and health out-
comes for staff and clients. This session will share tools and strategies for provider
agencies to integrate health promotion activities into weekly schedules and promote a
culture of health at their organization.
36 Hot Topics
Title-Responding To Payer Audits & Self-Reporting Overpayments
Speaker-Suzanne Scrutton, Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease, LLP
Grand Ballroom 1
Description: This session will provide a start-to-finish framework of best practices for responding
to a payer audit, beginning with responding to a request for records, and concluding with an over-
view of the process for disputing a formal demand for repayment. We will also discuss how provid-
ers should analyze self-identified compliance issues to determine whether reporting an overpay-
ment is required, and the process for self-reporting to payers, particularly the Ohio Department of
Medicaid.
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Friday, October 26
9:45 a.m.—10:45 a.m. SESSIONS 31-38
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Title-Abuse and Neglect Prevention - Beyond the Policy
37 ICF Speaker-Marilyn Weber, Rolf Consulting Sycamore 1
Description: A system for abuse and neglect prevention is more that a
written policy. In this session utilizing case study analysis, participants will
engage in discussion in how to identify the potential cause of incidents and
develop practices which effectively prevent reoccurrence and establish pre-
vention systems that are effective.
Title– Helping Companies Commit to Hiring Workers with
Employment
38 Day Services
Disabilities
Speaker-Jan Dougherty, Summit Co. Board of DD
Hickory 2
Description: Many companies want to hire workers with disabilities but need help.
This presentation will provide strategies and the process used to help companies com-
mit to hiring workers with disabilities. The presentation will highlight three companies
in Northeast Ohio who made the commitment, two have on-boarded their employees
and one is in the beginning stages of the hiring process.
11:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. SESSIONS 39-46
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Title-Top 10 Property and Liability Risk Factors and How to
39 Business Address Them
Speaker-Lucas Grande, Philadelphia Insurance Company
Sycamore 1
Solutions
Philadelphia Insurance 5% Discount Session!
Description: Do you know the leading risk factors are that could lead to a loss in
your organization? Are your safety and risk management efforts geared simply to
compliance and checking boxes? With your limited time and resources, what loss con-
trol efforts will give you the most bang for your buck? Join us as we address these
questions and more in this session. As the leading property and casualty insurance
carrier for human service organizations, Philadelphia Insurance brings a wealth of ex-
perience and insights that can help your operations run more safely and smoothly. We
will discuss the leading risk factors leading to loss for your organization and then prac-
tical steps for mitigating them.
33Friday, October 26
11:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. SESSIONS 39-46
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Title-What Makes Great Leaders Great
40 CEO
Speaker-George Flanagan, L.E.D., Inc.
Grand Ballroom 2
Description: Great leaders differentiate themselves from others by master-
ing and practicing six significant disciplines. This session will explore how
these disciplines enables “Great Leaders” to attract, retain and develop staff,
encourage a climate that fuels creative ideas and positions their organization
and staff to influence change and maintain competitive advantage in these
challenging times. The six leadership competentices for the 21st century that
successful leaders are using today will discussed.
Title-Working With Individuals with Complex Needs
41 DSP
Speaker-Jean Shannon, St. Joseph Home
Sycamore 2
Description: “What if the individual I work with cannot speak or walk?” This
session explores physical supports for the individual with complex needs in-
cluding modes of non-verbal communication, safe positioning for eating and
activities, and safe mobility and transfers. In order to support the individual,
participants’ will receive instruction in proper body mechanics, understanding
the rationale for frequent movement and positional changes, and the im-
portance of unmasking “problem behaviors” to discover the needs or wants
of the individual.
42 Day Services
Title-Section 214(c) Proceedings and Litigation
Speaker-Stephen Postalakis, Haynes, Kessler, Myers
Grand Ballroom 4
& Postalakis, Inc.
Description: The session will discuss the 2016 ALJ decision in Magers v. Sen-
eca Re-Ad petition for review proceeding, recent developments, and best
practices.
34Friday, October 26
11:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. SESSIONS 39-46
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Title-Mental Illness in Individuals with I/DD
43 Healthcare
Speaker-James Jordan, NCC Solutions
Cypress 1
Description: Mental illness is more prevalent in the intellectually disabled
population than the general population. This presentation will examine the
history and recognition of mental illness in individuals with intellectual disabil-
ity over the past 100 years. The most common diagnoses will be discussed
along with prevalence, and prognosis. Diagnoses in the general population
that are not typically seen in the ID population will also be discussed. We will
also examine the rise of autism spectrum diagnosis and the decline of intellec-
tual disability diagnosis. Finally, trends, beliefs and treatment strategies will be
discussed. Attendees will be able to enhance their working knowledge of dual
diagnosis in the intellectually disabled population and develop a comprehen-
sive understanding that ID and mental illness are interconnected, not separate
phenomena.
Title-OPRA Work Force Initiatives
44 Hot Topics
Speaker-Mark Davis, OPRA
Grand Ballroom 1
Description: OPRA has been spearheading numerous workforce initi-
atives. Join us to hear about DSPOhio, C3PO, ERN’s, ADVANCE Leader-
ship Training, OPRA’s bi-annual salary survey and much more. Learn
about how your organization can participate in and benefit from these
initiatives.
Title-Reimbursement Update and Quality Indicators
45 ICF Speaker-Denise Gadomski, Plante Moran
Grand Ballroom 3
Gary Brown, Brady Ware & Company
Description: Effective July 1, 2018 ICF Providers have a new reimbursement system with much
needed additional funding. This session will discuss the overall reimbursement system with addi-
tional focus on the capital rate and the impact to providers specifically those looking to downsize
or create new smaller homes. We will explain the ODDP which is the new acuity tool for ICF pro-
viders and how that is scored, appeal rights and related timing. We will share data trends around
waiver conversions, downsizing and census. New cost reporting requirements for active treatment
programs, employee retention and fair rental value have been reported and we will share those
trends. In addition, we will touch on the new quality measures starting in January 2019. This in-
cludes an overview of the quality measures and how this is expected to be funded.
12:00 pm.—12:20 p.m. BREAK — please visit Conference Exhibitors
35Friday, October 26
11:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. SESSIONS 39-46
SESSION # TRACK SESSION TITLE LOCATION
Employment Title- Continued Transformation of Day Services
46 Day Services Speaker– Justin Blumhorst, Capabilites
Hickory 2
Description: In moving from facility based services to community based services, an approach that a
lot of agencies are taking is the hub model, where people are picked up and brought to a central loca-
tion and then disbursed from there. Come hear from a provider and a group of self advocates about
their experience in moving past this model where they stay local and don't use the hub anymore. Par-
ticipants will learn about all the benefits for the people served, the direct support professionals, and
the organization as a whole.
Award Luncheon
12:20 p.m.—1:50 p.m.
BALLROOM
Raffle Drawing/Exhibitor Recognition
1:50 p.m.—2:00 p.m.
BALLROOM
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Conference Speaker Listing
Session # First Last Organization Email
Session 1 Jamie Richardson White Castle Management Co. richarjt@whitecastle.com
Session 2 APSE APSE - Ohio Chapter
Session 3 Justin Buren Buren Insurance Group jutin.buren@bureninsurancegroup.com
Session 4 Matt Albers Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease, LLP mealbers@vorys.com
Session 5 Olivia Caldeira The Center for Disability Empowerment caldeira.cde@gmail.com
Session 6 Kurt Smith FCBDD / ARC Industries kurt.smith@fcbdd.org
Session 7 Nelson Cary Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease, LLP ndcary@vorys.com
Session 8 Dr. Greg LaForme The Impact Group glaforme@neo.rr.com
Session 9 APSE APSE - Ohio Chapter
Session 10 Diane Evans MyHIPAA Guide devans@myhipaaguide.com
Session 11 Joan Hoxsey Relationship Resources, LLC joanhoxsey@gmail.com
Session 12 Jerry Ross Echoing Hills jross@ehvi.org
Session 13 Kurt Smith FCBDD / ARC Industries kurt.smith@fcbdd.org
Scott Warrick Consulting, Training & Coaching
Session 14 Scott Warrick Services scott@scottwarrick.com
Session 15 Kristi Miller Welcome House krmiller@welcomehouseinc.org
Session 16 APSE APSE - Ohio Chapter
Session 17 Juliette Palmer Foothold Technology jeremiah@footholdtechnology.com
Session 18 John Martin Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities john.martin@dodd.ohio.gov
Session 19 Bethany Toledo Ohio Alliance of Direct Support Professionals btoledo@oadsp.org
Session 20 Stacy Collins Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities stacy.collins@dodd.ohio.gov
Session 21 Scott de Fasselle Blitz Media Design scott@blitzmediadesign.com
Session 22 Edgar Barnett TBG Consulting, LLC edgar@tbgconsultingllc.com
Session 23 APSE APSE - Ohio Chapter
38Conference Speaker Listing
Session # First Last Organization Email
Session 24 Mike Cummins The Shamrock Companies mcummins@shamrockcompanies.net
Session 25 Michael Toman The Success Group Mtoman@thesuccessgroup.com
Session 26 Angi Phillips Ohio Alliance of Direct Support Professionals angp92@aol.com
Session 27 Elizabeth Owens The Alpha Group of Delaware lizowens@alphagroup.net
Session 28 Jerry Ross Echoing Hills jross@ehvi.org
Session 29 Kelly Ferenbaugh DODD kelly.ferenbaugh@dodd.ohio.gov
Session 30 Jeff Davis Ohio Provider Resource Association jdavis@opra.org
Session 31 Lori Chick North East Ohio Network Council of Governments lchick@neoncog.org
Session 32 George Flanagan L.E.D., Inc. gf@ledinc.org
Session 33 Kelli Yeagley OCALI kelli_yeagley@ocali.org
Session 34 Judith Carey Solutions At Work Carey.Judith@cuyahogabdd.org>
Session 35 Ann Robinson Ohio Disability and Health Program ann.robinson@osumc.edu
Session 36 Suzanne Scrutton Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease, LLP sjscrutton@vorys.com
Session 37 Marilyn K. Weber Rolf Consulting MWeber@RolfConsulting.com
Session 38 Jan Dougherty Summit Co. Board of DD idougherty@summitdd.org
Session 39 Lucas Grande Philadelphia Insurance Companies lucas.grande@phly.com
Session 40 George Flanagan L.E.D., Inc. gf@ledinc.org
Session 41 Jean Shannon St. Joseph Home jshannon@stjosephhome.org
Session 42 Stephen Postalakis Haynes, Kessler, Myers & Postalakis, Inc. spp@bkmplaw.com
Session 43 James Jordan NCC Solutions jjordan@necare.org
Session 44 Mark Davis Ohio Provider Resource Association mdavis@opra.org
Session 45 Denise Gadomski Plante Moran denise.gadomski@plantemoran.com
Gary Brown Brady, Ware & Company gbrown@bradyware.com
Session 46 Justin Blumhorst Capabilites justin.blumhorst@capabilities.biz
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Conference Exhibitor Listing
Location # Company Company Contact Email
0 USI Jamie Zelewicz jamie@zelewicz@usi.com
1 Vorys, Sater, Seymour & Pease, LLP Suzanne Scrutton sjscrutton@vorys.com
2 NEON Council of Governments Lori Chick lchick@neoncog.org
3 Embrace Healthcare Josh Hinds jh163010@gmail.com
4 The Impact Group Greg LaForme glaforme@igpr.com
5 Hutcheson Homecare Pharmacy James Ravenscraft jravens66@gmail.com
6 Brady Ware & Company Brittany Paul bpaul@bradyware.com
7 Plante Moran Denise Gadomski becky.suslovic@plantemoran.com
8 Primary Solutions Tammy Wolfe tammy.wolfe@primarysolutions.net
9 Solana Elizabeth Sima-Eichler elizabeth@solanapro.com
10 Tarrytown ExpoCare Michael Gomm michael@tarrytownexpocare.com
11 Rest Assured Ken Smith ksmith@restassuredsystem.com
12 Buren Insurance Group Justin Buren justin.buren@bureninsurancegroup.com
13 CompManagement Rejeana Woolum-Napier rejeana.woolum-napier@sedgwick.com
14 Connect a Voice Tom Shovelton tom@connectavoice.com
15 CompManagement Health Systems Brent Isler islerb@chsmco.com
16 Boundless Kristen Solomon ksolomon@iamboundless.org
17 Primary Solutions Support Josh Kramp josh.kramp@primarysolutions.net
18 Mullaney’s Pharmacy & Medical Supply Thomas Mullaney tmullaney@mullaneyrx.com
19 M. C. Mobility Systems, Inc. Jennifer Ross jross@mcmobilitysystems.com
20 MYHIPAA Guide Diane Evans devans@myhipaaguide.com
21 OADSP Bethany Toledo btoledo@oadsp.org
22 Philadelphia Insurance Companies Steve Silvers steve.silvers@phly.com
23 Work Leads to Independence Doreen Ehlert dehlert@wlijobs.com
24 SafeinHome Craig Colwell ccolwell@safeinhome.com
25 Butler Human Services Furniture Cory Bexfield cbexfield@butlerhumanservices.com
26 Complete Pharmacy Solutions Travis Theiss ttheiss@completepharmacysolutions.com
43Conference Exhibitor Listing
Location # Company Company Contact Email
27 Life Enrichment Trust Walter Were wwere@lifeenrichmenttrust.org
28 ResCare Kelly Scaggs kelly.scaggs@rescare.com
29 SimplyThick Kevin Kimnach kevin.kimnach@simplythick.com
30 This End Up Furniture Company Lon Hetchler lon@furnituresolutions.info
31 Relias Kathy Sheehan ksheehan@relias.com
32 QBS, Inc. Renee Ferland rferland@qbscompanies.com
33 MITC Bill Rebosky billyr@mitcsoftware.com
34 Medisked, LLC Rachel Hendrickson rachel_hendrickson@medisked.com
35 Leverage Purchasing Group Jill McBane jill.mcbane@leveragegpo.com
36 Intellinetics Elizabeth Kelley bkelley@intellinetics.com
37 Foothold Technology Jim Butz jim@footholdtechnology.com
38 CaraSolva Keven Luff kevin.luff@carasolva.com
39 American Bus & Accessories, Inc. Dan McConnell dmcconnell@american-bus-inc.com
40 Accel Consulting, LLC Holly Berg holly.berg@accelcon.com
41 ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions Kayla Bell kayla.bell@viaquestinc.com
42 Wynn-Reeth Emily Gerber egerber@wynn-reeth.com
43 Therap Services Michelle Saunders michelle.saunders@therapservices.net
44 Scioto Properties Steve Hendricks shendricks@scioto.com
45 Nineteen Services, Inc. Kristi Black kblack@19servicesinc.com
46 GeneSight Rob Bright rbright@assurexhealth.com
47 Centerville LTC Pharmacy Tanza Everding teverding@cltcp.com
48 BSI Adam Prestifilippo adam@buyabus.net
49 Monarch Center for Autism Kirk Ries riesk@bellefairejcb.org
50 Mobility Works Jim Zahler jim.zahler@mobilityworks.com
51 Arnet Technologies Al Fahimi afahimi@arnettechnologies.com
PowerUP! Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. Matthew Carrier Matthew_Carrier@ajg.com
44Nationwide Conference Center Layout & Exhibitor Locations
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Entrance from Hotel
Ballroom 4
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17 16 15 4
Restrooms Meeting Rooms Lobby & Concierge
Hickory 1 & 2
45Nationwide Conference Center Layout & Exhibitor Locations
NorthPointe Ballroom 1 & 2
Conference Refreshments & Exhibitors
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3 4
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46Nationwide Conference Center Layout
Additional Meeting Areas
Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center
Chestnut 1
Service Area
Chestnut 2
Chestnut 3
Hallway
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47Nationwide Conference Campus
The main conference area will be in the Virginia Building. Buffet lunch will be in the Ohio Valley
Building.
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49SAVE the DATE
2019 Spring
Conference
April 3, 4 & 5
Wednesday, April 3
Thursday, April 4
Friday, April 5
Sponsor & Exhibitor
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50C3(P)0—Community Connections Career Partnership
Two challenges…
#1 Providers of services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are finding it harder and harder to attract, train, and
retain qualified and competent staff to work as Direct Support Professionals. In fact, DSP’s top the list of in-demand positions in the
U.S.
#2 Students with academic and/or economic disadvantages are at higher risk of dropping out of school. These students typically do
not respond well to traditional classroom methods.
generated an idea…
What if those students, during their junior and senior years of high school, are offered an alternative pathway to a high school diplo-
ma, obtain the experience of working with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities, and are able to earn industry
credentials preferred by service providers?
to create a win-win solution.
The Community Connections Career Partnership – Ohio program combines the nationally-recognized, award-winning DSPaths Curric-
ulum and an internship with a local provider of services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to give high school
students the ability to earn valuable industry credentials while working towards their high school diploma. Upon graduation, students
are encouraged to apply for in-demand jobs with local providers of services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
For more information, contact OPRA Special Projects Manager Janice Hall at jhall@opra.org
51Member Benefits
Advocacy
OPRA’s “#1 Job” is advocating on behalf of Members to policymakers and working to make sure the provider point of view is
considered as policy changes. OPRA maintains strong relationships with the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, the Ohio
Department of Medicaid, Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities, and the Ohio Legislature as well as the Centers for Medicare
and Medicaid Services and Ohio’s US Senators and Representatives.
Members-Only Conference Call
Each week OPRA staff host a Members-Only Conference Call to review events, issues and policy changes pertinent to the field. All
Member agency staff are welcome to join the call and call-in information is sent out weekly via email.
Committees and Listeservs
Members can participate in committees such as Policy, Program Directors, Human Resources, Information Technology, Nursing,
Employment Services and Day Services. Committees allow members to network, share ideas, experiences and knowledge. Each
committee has a corresponding email listserve, which is open to all Member staff. A full list of committees and listservs are included
in your welcome packet.
Continuing Education
OPRA hosts two statewide conferences and a variety of training seminars annually. Conferences and trainings keep Members
informed of the changing landscape of industry needs, best practices, pending rules and system plans impacting your agency. OPRA
also offers ADVANCE Leadership Training, a year-long training, designed for employees primed to assume new leadership roles.
Members can send one employee a year for the reduced cost of supplies and administration time.
Compensation and Benefits Survey
Every two years OPRA solicits feedback from Members regarding the compensation and benefits offered to their various positions.
Each Member completing the survey receives a free copy of the report. Members can use this information to design benefit packages
for new positions and monitor how their benefit packages compare across the state.
Job Bank
OPRA Members can post their job openings, free of charge, to the Job Bank on OPRA’s website. Anyone visiting the OPRA website
can view the job openings but only Members can post open jobs for free.
Intermediate Care Facilities (ICF) Vacancy Registry
OPRA Members operating ICFs can list their open beds on the online ICF Vacancy Registry. The Registry is frequently used by
individuals, families and county boards of developmental disabilities for finding residential services.
Vendor Partnerships
OPRA has developed a robust Member Discount Program with savings on a vast range of products and services. A full list of
participating vendors is located in your welcome packet.
LEARN MORE >> www.opra.org
52A Better Choice SLS, Inc. Choices In Community Living, Inc. Grand Manner/Phoenix Residential Centers
Abilities Resource, Inc. Cincinnati Insurance Company Gray Family Homes, Inc.
Ability Works CORE, Inc. Greene Co. Board of DD
Absolute Care, LLC Clear Skies Ahead, LLC Greenleaf Job Training Services, Inc.
Active Day, Inc. Clearwater Council of Governments Grow, Inc.
Advancing Abilities, Inc. Coler LTC Pharmacy Guardian Care Services
Aldridge Palay Group Community Employment for All Guernsey Residential, Inc.
Alvis, Inc. Community Health Network Halom House, Inc.
Anlee Residential Services Community Options Hattie Larlham Community Services
Anne Grady Services Community Residential Services, Inc. Havar, Inc.
AR Two Community Supports, Inc. Healthy Connections LLC
ARC Industries, Inc. Complete Pharmacy Solutions Heinzerling Community
Arlington Hertiage Group CompManagement Health Systems HELP Foundation, Inc.
Arthur J. Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc. CompManagement, Inc. Heritage Pharmacy & Medical Supply
Ashtabula County Residential Services CORI Care, Inc. Hocking Valley Industries
Assured Neace Lukens Creative Connections, LLC Homewatch CareGivers of Beachwood
Auglaize Industries, Inc. D-R Services, Inc. HopeTree Care, LLC
Belco Works, Inc. Doyle Medical, LLC Horizons of Tuscarawas and Carroll Counties, Inc.
Benchmark Human Services Dreamshine Howard, Wershbale & Co. (H.W. & Co.)
Bittersweet, Inc. Dungarvin Ohio LLC Hutcheson Homecare Pharmacy
Blossom Hill, Inc. E.C.I., Inc. Independence of Portage County, Inc.
Boundless, Inc. Echoing Hills Village, Inc. Independent Provider - Dawn Brunkalla
Brady Ware & Company Empowering People, Inc. Independent Provider - Robin Hilsmeier
Bridges Rehabilitation Services Enterprise Fleet Management Intellinetics
Brittany Residential, Inc. Erie Residential Living, Inc. Jeffco Services, Inc.
Buckeye Community Services, Inc. Evergreen Life Services Jewish Family Service Association of Cleveland
Buren Insurance Group Fairfield County Board of DD Josina Lott Residential & Community Services
Bus Service, Inc. Fairhaven Industries Koinonia Homes, Inc.
Butler County Board of DD Family Care Options Latter Rain Associates
Butler Human Services Furniture FAMILY Disability Services Licking County Board of DD
Capabilities, Inc. Family Haven, Inc. Life Builders, LLC
Caregiver, Inc. Franklin Management Resources Life Enrichment Trust
Caregiver Homes of Ohio Functional Training Services, Inc. LADD, Inc.
Carroll Hills Industries, Inc. Gantt Homes, Inc. Living In Family Environments, Inc. (LIFE)
Centerville LTC Pharmacy Goodwill Industries of Ashtabula, Inc. Living Opportunities, Inc.
CeuCertificates Goodwill Industries of Central Ohio, Inc. Lott Services
Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central
Champaign Residential Services (CRSI) Ohio, Inc. Marimor Industries, Inc.
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