ElevateDD, 510 E North Broadway, 4th floor, Columbus, OH (2026)

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03/13/2026

ElevateDD is happy to sponsor the Inclusive Child Care Track at this year’s Ohio Early Childhood Conference in April, where thousands of early childhood educators will come together to learn and grow in their expertise.

All 12 sessions in our sponsored track are approved for the following credits: EI Developmental Specialist/Supervisor (EIDSS); EI Service Supervisor/Coordinator (EISC); Service and Support Administration (SSA); Superintendent (S).

Exciting news: we’re giving away a limited number of conference tickets to attend the Ohio Early Childhood Conference! For your chance to win a ticket, please submit this form: https://forms.office.com/r/vSaBRBap4x. For bonus entries, follow us, like this post, and tag a friend who should also enter. We’ll draw four random winners on March 26.

Please note that the giveaway covers conference registration only and does not include lodging or other travel expenses, and tickets are courtesy of ElevateDD. Please reach out to info@elevatedd.org with any questions.

To learn more about the conference, and to purchase tickets, please visit Ohio AEYC's website: https://www.oaeyc.org/for-attendee.

03/12/2026

Introducing the panelists for our upcoming ConnecteDD webinar, “Connecting to Down Syndrome Supports Across Ohio”!

Join us on Tuesday, March 31 to learn how to navigate support systems, build meaningful connections, and engage with regional and statewide partners working to expand access, belonging, and opportunity for people with Down syndrome and their families across Ohio.

We’re grateful to Beth Smith of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati, Toni Mullee of the Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Ohio, Krista Jensen of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Toledo, and Stephanie Leppert of DSACO: Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio for sharing their expertise and perspective in this important conversation.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pBdp167jTMekik1mbm2Jqw

03/11/2026

On Wednesday morning, ElevateDD’s President & CEO Troy Hunter joined other advocates to testify before the Ohio Senate Health Committee in support of House Bill 141, which would establish Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers (PPECCs) in Ohio.

ElevateDD has heard from families who are struggling to find child care that can safely support children with developmental disabilities and complex needs. Our statewide survey of 768 families found that many want child care but cannot access it because providers are unable to meet their child’s needs. For many families, this lack of care also affects their ability to work and maintain stability.

House Bill 141 would add an important option to Ohio’s continuum of care by creating medically staffed settings that can support children with complex needs while helping families stay connected to work and community.

Strengthening access to care helps ensure every child and every family has the support they need to thrive.

03/10/2026

"I told them my story about why protecting Medicaid is important to me: it helps me with transportation to and from work, with my provider who helps me be more independent, and with enabling me to live with my roommate instead of at home with my mom. For people who are living on their own with a roommate, it’s important to have a provider who can help you with cooking, meal planning, take you grocery shopping or to Special Olympics, and more. Because if you don’t have a provider, when you need help with something, who will help you?" - Stephanie Leppert, DSACO: Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio's Outreach & Advocacy Associate

Visit our News page to learn more about Stephanie's advocacy experience, funded by DSACO's Marge Barnheiser Advocacy Scholarship. Applications for this year's scholarship are now open!

Read the blog post: https://www.elevatedd.org/news/stephanie-goes-to-washington

03/09/2026

Tune in Tuesday for Governor Mike DeWine's State of the State address to hear updates on policies affecting communities across Ohio.

03/06/2026

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the contributions of people with developmental disabilities and recommit to building more inclusive communities.

But awareness is just the beginning. Through advocacy, collaboration, and amplifying lived experiences, ElevateDD is working to ensure people with developmental disabilities have access to the opportunities and supports they need to thrive.

Learn more about why continued advocacy matters: https://www.elevatedd.org/news/celebrating-developmental-disability-awareness-month-with-continued-advocacy

03/05/2026

ElevateDD is proud to be part of this year’s Ohio Early Childhood Conference in April!

Thousands of early childhood educators will come together at Ohio AEYC's annual conference to learn and grow in their expertise, and ElevateDD is happy to sponsor the Inclusive Child Care Track.

We’re also excited to share that all 12 sessions in the track are approved for the following credits: EI Developmental Specialist/Supervisor (EIDSS); EI Service Supervisor/Coordinator (EISC); Service and Support Administration (SSA); Superintendent (S).

To learn more about the conference, and to purchase tickets, please visit https://www.oaeyc.org/for-attendee.

03/04/2026

ElevateDD was honored to join advocates from across Ohio at DD Awareness & Advocacy Day at the Ohio Statehouse, where we heard powerful stories and met with legislators about issues impacting the developmental disabilities community.

This year’s theme, “The Power of Support,” reflected what we know to be true: when families, organizations, and employers provide meaningful support, people thrive. Support is not a luxury. It is foundational to belonging, dignity, and full participation in community life.

We were especially proud to hear DSACO mom Cristina share how she found lasting connection and community in DSACO: Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio, and were energized by keynote speaker Jason Benetti, who challenged us to aim higher in the pursuit of inclusion and opportunity.

Real progress happens when advocacy turns into action, and we are proud to stand alongside advocates and partners across Ohio to build lasting change.

03/04/2026

Save the date!

"Connecting to Down Syndrome Supports Across Ohio," the next installment of our ConnecteDD webinar series, will take place on Tuesday, March 31. Join us as we discuss Ohio’s Down syndrome supports and highlight resources available across the lifespan, from diagnosis and early intervention to education, employment, and adulthood.

Registration info coming soon!

03/01/2026

Today, we’re proud to celebrate Boo Krucky and her 4th anniversary with the DSACO: Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio!

As DSACO’s Program Coordinator of Teen & Adult Services, Boo leads a dynamic mix of programs for teens, adults, and caregivers, from virtual cooking classes and improv to caregiver groups and the Adult Conference. She designs each opportunity with connection and growth in mind, creating spaces where people build friendships, gain confidence, and feel supported.

Through her leadership, teens and adults strengthen important skills while caregivers find meaningful community. Boo’s work reflects the heart of DSACO and our commitment to inclusion at every stage of life.

Please join us in congratulating Boo on four years of incredible impact. We’re so grateful for the dedication and care she brings each day.

03/01/2026

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!

ElevateDD is dedicated to advancing authentic inclusion for people with developmental disabilities by amplifying voices, supporting families, illuminating opportunities, and launching innovative solutions.

This month, we celebrate the meaningful progress made toward more inclusive communities and expanded opportunities for people with developmental disabilities. While barriers still exist, the strides we’ve taken together are undeniable. Let’s continue building momentum, raising awareness, and moving this important work forward.

02/27/2026

ElevateDD is proud to partner with the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) for Topics in Educational Advocacy, a webinar series supporting students with disabilities, their families, and educators.

When concerns come up with your child’s school district, it can feel overwhelming. You have options and understanding them makes a difference.

Join host Rachel Heiber (Adult Literacy Ohio), Janet Kolk (OCECD), and Jen Franklin Kearns (ElevateDD, and a DSACO: Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio parent) for Dispute Resolution for Families with Children Learning on an IEP, a discussion that will explore Ohio’s dispute resolution processes, including:

• Facilitation
• Mediation
• Administrative Review
• The difference between a state complaint and a due process complaint.

You’ll gain both systems-level knowledge and a real family perspective.

Date: Monday, March 23
Time: 6 PM

Register today: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_24f0iLN-Te-OMuT3h42Mcg #/registration

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