Making the Connections

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1 Making the Connections Transition Services Resource Guide Developed 2005 by OASCES Region 7 (Adapted for Worthington Schools) Making the Connections - A Transition Resource Guide This guide is designed to help parents, family members and students locate resources for future planning. The resources listed will assist students to make connections to services that may be needed during and after the high school years. It s never too early to start the transition planning process. By age 14, and every year thereafter, every student and his/her transition team should be discussing activities that promote movement from high school to post high school activities.

2 Local School District Transition Contacts Worthington Schools Sharon Fish, Transition Coordinator (614) Dave Appel, WKHS Job Training Coordinator (614) Jill Zingery, TWHS Job Training Coordinator (614) Educational Options Adult Education Programs Delaware Area Career Center (DACC) (740) College and Career Fairs *Wright State University-Career Fair-Held in March. Contact *Delaware Area Career Center (DACC) Call (740) *Transition Nite-Worthington Kilbourne High School- Held in January. Contact Sharon Fish (614) *College Information/Transition Night-Hilliard/Dublin Schools-Contact Laura Shick (614) *Contact high school guidance and counseling office Area Technical Schools/Colleges *DeVry University (614) Alum Creek Dr. Columbus, OH Full and Part-time business, technology or management bachelor s and associate degree programs *ITT Technical Institute (614) Park Mill Run Dr. Hilliard, OH Associate degrees in Information Technology, Electronic Technology, Drafting, Business & Criminal Justice *Hocking College (740) Hocking Parkway Nelsonville, OH *The Ohio State University-Office for Disability Services (614) *Columbus State-Office of Disability Services 550 E. Spring St. Columbus, OH (614)

3 Pre-Employment & Employment Options Range of Employment Services Sheltered-A segregated setting and supervised work environment in which people with developmental disabilities receive pay for completed piece work. High level of personal and employment support provided. Enclave-A supervised community based work setting in which a person with a disability completes production work for the onsite employer through a contract. On the job supervision is medium to high. Supported-An individualized work placement for a person with a disability that offers job coaching as needed. Competitive-A job in the community that provides a competitive wage for industry standard work quality and quantity. Assistance in finding employment is possible but assistance in learning entry level job skills is minimal or not needed. Providers/Contacts Franklin County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (614) Johnstown Rd. Columbus, OH Provides vocational and employment service to eligible persons with developmental disabilities. ARC Industries-West (614) ARC Industries-North (614) Dodridge Rd. Columbus, OH Doubletree, Columbus, OH Provides sheltered employment, therapies, habilitation and recreation services. Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission (BVR/BSVI) Southeast Office: 2030 Kenny Rd. Columbus, OH Provides career and employment services to people with disabilities and referrals to employment agencies. Franklin County One-Stop-Job Sight Center-West (614) North Wilson Rd. Columbus, OH Resources available for job seekers and employers. Career and employment assistance provided.

4 Community Participation/Housing/Transportation American Red Cross of Greater Columbus (614) East Broad St. Columbus, OH Classes offered in first aid, CPR, back injury prevention, water safety, babysitting, child care provider certification, sports injury prevention and HIV/AIDS prevention. Volunteer opportunities available for youth. On My Own, Inc. (614) West 5 th Ave. Columbus, OH Independent living skills classes, group therapy focusing on social development, recreation activities, group trips and gatherings, Special Olympics, semi-independent apartment living. Big Brothers/Big Sisters Association of Greater Columbus (614) E. Dublin-Granville Rd. Columbus, OH Providing positive adults role models (age 19 and older) and mentors for young children. Goodwill Columbus (614) Edgehill Rd. Columbus, OH Employment, residential, community and advocacy support and information. First Link (614) S. 5 th St. Columbus, OH Community information and referral services; volumteer services; resource management; community education; advocacy programs and international programs Easter Seals Central and Southeast Ohio, Inc. (614) Childrens Dr. West Columbus, OH Providing in-home personal care, transportation and assistance with activities for daily living. Available for children and adult dependents who qualify for Individual Options Waiver or Family Resources. Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) (614) East Broad St. Columbus, OH Public transportation, curb-to-curb accessible transportation, bus schedules, discount rider cards. United Cerebral Palsy of Central Ohio (614) Industrial Mile Rd. Columbus, OH Adult day program, in-home program, assistive technology and employment program. Franklin County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (614) Johnstown Rd. Columbus, OH Provides Service Coordination, Residential Supports, Family Resources, Special Services (Therapies) and Transportation to eligible individuals and their families.

5 Benefits & Financial Planning *First Link (614) Adult Emergency Financial Assistance: Adults with incomes at 40% or less with emergency needs, food, clothing, shelter and other essential goods and services. Must meet guidelines. *Franklin County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (614) Referral Source for benefits counseling and assistance with applying for benefits and financial planning. *On My Own, Inc. (614) W. 5 th Ave. Columbus, OH Offer financial classes for people with disabilities. There is a fee. *Social Security Administration Contact Jim Vess for information (614) ext Columbus Office: 200 N. High St. Columbus, OH Room Will answer all questions about SSI & SSDI. Apply online or call the above number. *Center for Vocational Alternatives (COVA) Contact: Ron Swain (614) East Fifth Ave. Columbus, OH Provides benefits analysis for SSI and SSDI recipients and work incentives. *Legal Aid Society of Columbus (614) W. Gay St. Columbus, OH Legal aid provided-fee based on income. Center for Vocational Alternatives (COVA) (614) N. High St. Columbus, OH Benefits analysis for SSI and SSDI-free service. *Bureau of Children with Medical Handicaps (614) Through the Ohio Dept. of Health. Assists qualified families with the payment of insurance premiums, including COBRA. www. [email protected] *Easter Seal Rehabilitation Center (614) Children s Drive West Columbus, OH Offers support in planning a financial future. *Ohio Benefits Eligibility Screening Services (BESS) Office of the Ohio Consumer s Counsel Determines potential eligibility for a wide range of community resources. *The Erin Company Contact: Ann Koerner Earl (614) Bradenton Ave. Suite C Dublin, OH Benefits and Financial Planning Specialists [email protected] *Positive Management of Budgets Contact: Kerry Mehlow (614) PO Box 801 Westerville, OH Quality budget management, tax preparation and filing, income reporting to Social Security, guarantee of on-time bill pay, monthly budget statements. *Gladden Community House (614) Hawkes Ave. Columbus, OH Lends small amounts of financial assistance, rent assistance for people living in zip codes or 43223

6 Fun/Recreation/Summer *Worthington Parks and Recreation Contact: Robin Endres (614) Highland Ave. Worthington, OH Provides Friday Night Teen Group (ages 13-21, Saturday Night Live (for teens and young adults and a variety of programs for persons with disabilities *Best Buddies (614) The Nisonger Center-McCampbell Hall 1581 Dodd Hall Columbus, OH Helping to develop one-on-one friendships with and for people with developmental disabilities. *The Next Chapter Book Club Contact: Melissa Gourley (614) Friends, fun and learning providing adolescents and adults with developmental disabilities an opportunity to be part of a social group activity within a community, integrated setting. [email protected] *Equine Assisted Therapy, Inc. Contact: Karen Sanchez 7908 Myers Rd. Centerburg, OH *Boy Scouts of America (614) E. Dublin-Granville Rd. Columbus, OH *Dublin Community Parks and Recreation Center (614) Post Rd. Dublin, OH Recreation programs through the year and summer camps for individuals with disabilities of all ages. *Columbus Parks and Recreation Contact: Mary Beth Moore (614) Therapeutic Recreation 420 W. Whittier St. Columbus, Oh Recreation services modified to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities. Includes a broad spectrum of social, leisure, physical and lifetime activities COSERRC (614) Glenmont Ave. Columbus, OH Summer Program Directory Recreation Unlimited (740) Piper Rd. Ashley, OH Summer camp and recreation for people with disabilities Special Olympics Worthington Stars (614) Kenny Rd., Columbus, OH Contact Sharon Hayes, [email protected] Worthington Parks and Recreation (614) Highland Avenue, Worthington, OH Offers programs for students with special needs Friendship Connection (614) ext. 300 Sponsored by Franklin County Board of MRDD Coordinators: Maggie Hart & Trisha Garek A social club that includes a variety of community activities. On My Own, Inc. (614) West Fifth Ave, Columbus, OH Housing, social and recreational activities for people with mild developmental disabilities. The Adaptive Adventure Sports Coalition ( TAASC) (614) Dodd Hall 480 W. 9 th Ave. Columbus, OH Sports and recreational activities for people with disabilities.

7 Advocacy & Support Groups Worthington Schools Parent Mentor Program (614) Contact: Marilyn Van Gilder, Parent Mentor Worthington Education Center 200 E. Wilson Bridge Road Worthington, OH Support and resources to families of children with disabilities and the professionals who serve them. CHADD Children, Adolescents and Adults with ADD/ADHD of Central Ohio (614) PO Box 1618 Powell, OH Local coalition of parents and professionals with information, programs and support for families And children with ADHD. Central Ohio Chapter of Autism Society of America (614) Riley Ave. Worthington, OH Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities W. Central St. Marion, OH Information and resources on the educational and training for students with disabilities. AXIS Center for Public Awareness of People with Disabilities (614) Indianola Ave. Columbus, OH Information and materials for awareness of issues, programs and rights for people with disabilities. Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council E. Long St. Columbus, OH Projects that effect people with developmental disabilities and their families; information on federal and state benefits; Referrals to support agencies. Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio (DSACO) (614) Marge Barnheiser, Administrative Director 2879 Johnstown Road Columbus, OH

8 Health & Wellness Children s Hospital Behavioral Health and Counseling (614) Childrens Drive Columbus, OH Additional satellite locations; Outpatient Mental Health; Attention Deficit Disorder Clinic for Treatment and Assessment; Family Support Program Crittenton Family Services (614) E. Broad St. Columbus, OH Family and Community Support Programs; Behavioral Healthcare; Homebased Services Dublin Counseling Center (614) Frantz Rd. Dublin, OH Outpatient Counseling; Chemical Dependency Groups, Therapy Groups for Children and Adults Franklin County Board of Health (614) S. High St. Columbus, OH Immunizations; Nursing Services; Public Education Nisonger Center (614) Room 317 McCampbell Hall 1581 Dodd Dr. Columbus, OH Dental Program; Audiology Clinis; Assessments for persons under 18 with mental retardation and developmental disabilities North Central Mental Health Services (614) ext Transition Community Treatment Team Director: Kim Yates Comprehensive team transitional services to mentally ill older adolescents and young adults. Includes community support, case management, counseling, psychotherapy, medication eval. and med. services.