SOAG Southern Ohio Advocacy Group

01/03/2026

Five Rivers MetroParks Rangers are now participating in the Ohio Blue Envelope Program, a free, voluntary program that helps drivers with communication-related challenges, from autism spectrum disorder to dementia, during traffic stops. The goal of the Ohio Blue Envelope program is to foster a sense of understanding and safety for affected drivers. A huge shout out to Ranger Wilson for bringing this idea to MetroParks! Learn more by checking out our blog:
https://zurl.co/JsjlB

26/02/2026

25/02/2026

The Blue Envelope program supports people with conditions or disabilities that may affect communication or ability to complete verbal tasks during interactions with law enforcement. The program is completely voluntary. Drivers can write down helpful accommodations, such as needing extra time to answer questions.

Learn more about this voluntary program with Nate Turner on the DODD podcast: https://bit.ly/46DCLBW

22/02/2026

Adaptive Adventures Camp Camp Dates: June 6-8, 2025 Camp Program Director: Michelle Stumbo If you would like more information about attending or supporting Adaptive Adventures Camp at Canter’s Cave 4-H Camp, please contact Michelle Stumbo, Camp Program Director, at 740-691-6010 or Stumbo.5@osu.edu...

17/02/2026

If you are a Special Olympics athlete or a community member who would like to play as a partner in the Special Olympics Community Game, please contact either Melissa Woodgeard at 740.207.5104 or Tonya Carpenter at 740.412.4853!
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17/02/2026

17/02/2026

17/02/2026

A reminder….
Advocacy & Family Fun Night is this week…

DATE 🗓️: Wednesday, February 18th
TIME ⏰: 6-7:30 (Come early if you plan to eat)
WHERE 📍: Sunset Bowl 🎳

Bowling and shoes are FREE!
Bring money 💵 to cover your food 🍔🌭

Come join us for the fun! 🎳

17/02/2026

17/02/2026

Join us today at 11:00 am for our regular monthly meeting. We will be in annex room B of the Chillicothe-Ross County Public Library at 140 S Paint Street in Chillicothe.
Today’s guest speaker is Bill Adams from Scioto County.

14/02/2026

When toys aren’t designed with different abilities in mind, even simple play can become a challenge.

Fun and play are for everyone – and that’s why the Ohio Adapts program was created!

The program trains teachers, students, and community members to make adjustments to toys by using 3D printers.

Learn all about this accessible play project in our most recent newsletter here: https://ddc.ohio.gov/media-and-news/dd-council-connection

Ohio Adapts is an Ohio DD Council funded initiative led by the The Ohio State University College of Engineering.