Adult Literacy Ohio

06/17/2026

Congratulations, Rachel!

We are grateful for Rachel’s continued leadership and dedication to Adult Literacy Ohio. Her commitment to expanding literacy opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities across Ohio has made a lasting impact, and we are excited to see all she will accomplish in this new role.

We are excited to congratulate Rachel Heiber on her promotion to Senior Manager of Statewide Education Services!

In her new role, Rachel will provide leadership and strategic direction for Learning Aid Ohio and Adult Literacy Ohio, helping expand access to educational opportunities for learners on IEPs and with developmental disabilities across the state.

Rachel's dedication to learners, families, and educators has helped strengthen our programs and advance our mission of creating authentic inclusion through education. We look forward to seeing the impact she will continue to make in this new leadership role.

Congratulations, Rachel!

06/16/2026

Happy anniversary Lisa!

Lisa is a passionate advocate for Adult Literacy Ohio, helping expand awareness, build community partnerships, and strengthen efforts to support for adult learners across the state.

Thank you, Lisa, for your commitment to Adult Literacy Ohio.

Please join us in celebrating Lisa Dodge’s first anniversary with ElevateDD!

As Director of Advancement, Lisa plays a key role in helping advance our mission by building relationships and creating opportunities for community support that help expand our impact across Ohio.

Over the past year, Lisa has helped strengthen our fundraising efforts and connect more people to the work of creating authentic inclusion for people with developmental disabilities. Her dedication to our mission has made a meaningful difference, helping ensure we can continue growing our programs and advocacy efforts.

Thank you, Lisa, for all you do to support our mission and the people we serve. We’re grateful to have you on the ElevateDD team and look forward to all that's ahead!

06/10/2026

Join Adult Literacy Ohio’s Summer Reading Challenge from June 10–August 3!

Readers of all ages are invited to set their own goals, read at their own pace, and enjoy books, audiobooks, magazines, or anything they love, all while supporting people with developmental disabilities across Ohio.

Participants can earn raffle entries just for signing up or by making a donation of any amount!

Celebrate the end of the challenge with us at our Ice Cream Social Fundraiser at Jeni’s in Clintonville on August 3 from 4 – 7 PM.

Click the link below to download the Summer Reading Challenge materials and register today!

https://adultliteracyohio.org/summerreadingchallenge/

06/05/2026

🚨 ACTION ALERT: Protect Family Caregivers in HB 795 🚨

House Bill 795 is moving quickly, and your voice is needed!

The House Medicaid Committee will hear HB 795 on Monday, June 8 at 2 PM. Testimony is due 24 hours before the hearing.

HB 795 could impact family caregivers who provide essential support to people with developmental disabilities through Medicaid waiver services.

For many Ohio families, family caregivers are a critical part of the care network. They help people with developmental disabilities stay at home, live in their communities, work, attend school, and remain as independent as possible.

Ohio can protect Medicaid program integrity without destabilizing care for people with developmental disabilities and families.

Take action today:
✅ Submit testimony
✅ Contact members of the House Medicaid Committee
✅ Contact your state representative
✅ Share your family story

Find details about HB 795 here: https://ohiohouse.gov/committees/medicaid/bills/hb795

Submit testimony here:
https://www.ohiohouse.gov/committees/medicaid/meetings/cmte_h_medicaid_1_2026-06-08-0200_1415/upload-testimony

Find your legislators here:
https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/members/district-maps

Family caregivers are essential to Ohio’s developmental disability system, especially when families cannot find another available, qualified, and trusted provider.

06/05/2026

Strong communities are built through connection, access, and opportunities to learn from one another.

If you are a person with a developmental disability or a family member, consider joining Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities on July 14 in Columbus for a combined Family Connection Forum and Disability Connect event. Attendees will hear updates from department leadership, share feedback, and connect with others from across Ohio.

06/04/2026

🚨 ACTION ALERT: Protect Family Caregivers in HB 795 🚨

HB 795 could restrict or prohibit Medicaid waiver payment for family caregivers who provide personal care services to loved ones with developmental disabilities.

For many families, especially in rural and Appalachian communities, family caregivers are not a backup option, they are the only available, trusted provider.

Family caregivers help people with developmental disabilities live at home, stay connected to their communities, work, participate in daily life, and avoid more costly crisis or institutional care.

HB 795 is expected to be voted out of House Medicaid Committee on Tuesday, June 9, with a possible House floor vote as soon as Wednesday, June 10.

Contact your state legislators and urge them to remove or amend the family caregiver restriction in HB 795.

Find your legislators here: https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/members/district-maps

06/03/2026

Critical disability programs in Ohio are at risk.

Proposed federal budget cuts could impact Disability Rights Ohio, The Ohio State University Nisonger Center, and the University of Cincinnati Center of Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UC UCEDD), programs that help protect rights, support independence, and provide essential services for people with developmental disabilities.

Your voice matters. Contact your U.S. Representative today and urge them to fully fund disability programs and reject these proposed cuts.

Find more details and take action: https://secure.everyaction.com/XYW-0OhZI06ekcro-u-cGA2

05/25/2026

Today, we honor brave men and women who sacrificed for our country.

Our offices are closed today, and we will respond to all inquiries when we return on May 26.

05/18/2026

Happy Anniversary to Rachel! Our program would not be what it is without her dedication and leadership. We are so grateful for all of her hard work and commitment to Adult Literacy Ohio.

Today, we’re proud to celebrate Rachel Heiber on her fifth anniversary as the Program Manager of Adult Literacy Ohio!

Rachel makes a meaningful difference through the way she shows up for our communities. Her dedication to people with developmental disabilities and their families is reflected in the care she brings to her work and the support she offers every day.

We’re grateful for all Rachel does to help create opportunities for connection, growth, and belonging. Please join us in congratulating her and celebrating this special milestone!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible mothers, and mother figures!