ElevateDD

Authentic inclusion in all of life's opportunities for people with developmental disabilities.

06/01/2026

As a proud sponsor of CEC–Ohio’s 2026 Summer Conference, ElevateDD is excited to give away two tickets to the conference! We will randomly draw two winners on Tuesday, June 2, so be sure to get your entry in!

This event, taking place June 15–16 at the OCLC Conference Center in Dublin, brings educators and advocates together to strengthen professional practice and deepen their impact for people with exceptionalities across Ohio.

The conference will feature keynote speaker Dr. Temple Grandin, whose work has advanced understanding of autism and challenged the field to think differently about inclusion and opportunity.

Enter our ticket giveaway here: https://forms.office.com/r/LwapbapDNC

05/29/2026

“I have learned how important it is to listen with empathy and create space for people to share their experiences in ways that feel meaningful and respected. Those lessons continue to shape how I approach my work and the relationships I build along the way.”

New on the ElevateDD blog, Kelly Houg shares how her experiences have shaped her approach to supporting people with developmental disabilities and why she is excited to be part of the ElevateDD team.

Read Kelly’s post: https://www.elevatedd.org/news/meetkellyhoug

05/28/2026

We’re looking forward to the next installment of our ConnecteDD webinar series, with Derek Graham of Philipps & Graham, LLC, for Part II of Planning for the Future! Join us on June 2 to learn about special needs trusts, STABLE accounts, waivers, and benefits.

Register for the webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_U-xYdR5KQjSKAWMsTmxeAQ

If you missed Part I, you can find that recording (as well as recordings of our other webinars!) at https://www.elevatedd.org/webinars.

05/27/2026

ElevateDD is proud to sponsor CEC–Ohio’s 2026 Summer Conference: Reboot. Refresh. Reignite.

This event brings educators and advocates together to strengthen professional practice and deepen their impact for people with exceptionalities across Ohio.

The conference will feature keynote speaker Dr. Temple Grandin, whose work has advanced understanding of autism and challenged the field to think differently about inclusion and opportunity.

Join us June 15–16 at the OCLC Conference Center in Dublin for two days of learning, connection, and inspiration. To learn more about the conference, please visit https://ohio.exceptionalchildren.org/events/cec-ohio-2026s-2-day-summer-conference.

ElevateDD is excited to give away two registrations for the event! We will draw two winners at random on Tuesday, June 2. Enter here: https://forms.office.com/r/LwapbapDNC

05/25/2026

The ElevateDD office is closed today, May 25, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

05/22/2026

We were honored to attend the Columbus Business First 40 Under 40 reception and celebrate ElevateDD’s President & CEO, Troy Hunter, as part of this year’s outstanding class of honorees.

This recognition reflects the impact of Troy’s leadership and his dedication to advancing opportunities for people with developmental disabilities across Ohio. Through his work with ElevateDD, he helps strengthen systems of support and drive meaningful progress toward authentic inclusion.

We’re grateful for Troy’s vision and proud to celebrate this exciting milestone and the difference he continues to make across our communities.

05/21/2026

This week, ElevateDD had the opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect around the work that drives us forward.

Together, we spent time sharing ideas and digging into the goals that will shape our next strategic plan. These moments of collaboration help us stay grounded in our mission and focused on creating meaningful impact for the people, families, and communities we serve.

Thank you to The Awesome Company for opening their space to us, and for helping us create our own t-shirts to remind us of our time together.

05/20/2026

Medicaid helps make access and opportunity possible for many Ohioans with developmental disabilities.

Beyond healthcare coverage, Medicaid can provide critical supports that help people live with greater independence and participate fully in their communities.

These services may include:

• Access to healthcare and therapies
• Personal care and daily living supports
• Transportation assistance
• Employment and community-based services
• Resources that support independent living

Understanding how Medicaid works helps people and families make informed decisions, access available resources, and advocate for the support they need.

When people have access to the right services, stronger and more inclusive communities become possible for everyone.

To learn more, please visit https://medicaid.ohio.gov/home.

05/19/2026

Please note that the ElevateDD staff is working off site today, May 19. Regular office hours will resume on Wednesday, May 20.

05/18/2026

Join us in celebrating Julia Lane and her fifth anniversary with Learning Aid Ohio!

As Family Coordinator, Julia is at the center of our family support efforts, helping families access tutoring, schedule sessions, and navigate our program with care and responsiveness. She also plays a key role in the application review and intake process, helping ensure requirements are met while honoring the unique needs of each family we serve.

Julia’s attention to detail and genuine care for families make a meaningful difference every day. Please join us in congratulating her and celebrating this special milestone!

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