Focus (Spring 2016) - Muskingum County Starlight Programs

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Spring Issue 2016 Looking Ahead 2016 March 3rd Board Meeting, 655 Zane St, 5:00 pm March 9th Family & Community Meeting, School, 6:00 pm March 13th Daylight Saving Time Begins March 17th St. Patrick’s Day March 25th ‐ March 28th Spring Break—Program Closed March 27th Easter March 29th Conference Day—School & Workshop Closed April 7th Board Meeting, 655 Zane St, 5:00 pm May 5th Board Meeting, 655 Zane St, 5:00 pm May 8th Mother’s Day May 27th Last day for Students May 30th Memorial Day—Program Closed **End of school year date subject to change due to calamity days** More on Changes
It has been awhile since I talked about the changes
that are on the horizon for Adult Services
currently operated by the Muskingum County
Board of Developmental Disabilities. These
changes center on privatization, integration and
transportation. While this should not be news to
anyone, it is probably a good thing to refresh
everyone’s memory and understanding of these
changes and how it will affect people with
disabilities and their families. Any change may be difficult to accept and
embrace. But changes to programs and services that people have been
comfortable with and depended on for a very long time may be scary.
Let me assure you that, as the County Board, we want to work with
everyone to make these changes less threatening and as positive as
possible. We firmly believe at the end of the day, programs and services
of the future will be even better than what we have today.
As discussed over the past several months, these changes are being
brought about by decisions on the national level by the Center for
Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS). It is their position that County
Boards of Developmental Disabilities in Ohio such as Starlight Programs
cannot plan (through service coordination) and provide (through the
workshop) services to individuals with disabilities at the same time. This
CMS “WHO” delivers services guideline is called Conflict Free Case
Management. By continuing to plan and provide services, Ohio and
Starlight Programs jeopardizes all Medicaid funding it receives. CMS has
given Ohio until 2024 to come into compliance with the new guideline.
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) has taken
a more aggressive stance in that County Boards of DD need to be in
70% compliance with this guideline by 2020. DODD has also mandated
that County Boards of DD cannot accept any new referrals to their
Adult Service programs while still providing case management. This
obviously places County Board Adult Service programs at a disadvantage
in continuing to provide services to individuals with disabilities. This is
the reason that County Board Adult Service Programs across the state
are in the process of privatizing. Privatization of Adult Services means
that an agency other than the County Board will provide services for
adults in the county. This has already begun in Muskingum County on a
small basis but the majority of individuals being served still go to the (Continued on Next Page) Page 2
Superintendents Message (Cont’)
County Board workshop operated through Muskingum Starlight Industries (MSI). Late last year the County Board
decided that their services would be privatized no later than December 31, 2017. What that means is the County
Board will no longer directly provide services for eligible adults but will continue to fund those services offered by
private providers. Over the next few months, MSI will be taking steps to become a private provider of adult services in
the same way as other agencies in the county have over the past few years. This will allow individuals with disabilities
previously served by the County Board to have a choice in who provides the services and supports they receive. This
is another CMS “WHO” guideline called Free Choice of Provider. Historically, individuals and families have had few
choices in who provides the services they receive. This new concept will assure that each person can make decisions
on which are important to them as individuals. This is the crux of Conflict Free Case Management and Free Choice of
Provider.
A second area of change for County Board Adult Services is “WHERE” these services are provided. This is of
particular importance to advocacy groups around the country and here in Ohio. Historically, services have been
provided in a sheltered workshop where adults with disabilities receive work skills training and other services provided
by workshop staff. Over the past several years, some individuals have left the workshop and now have jobs in the
community. This community employment is typically in enclaves operated by the workshop or as employees of local
businesses. Muskingum County has had a very active Community Employment initiative and there are currently about
45 individuals who have jobs in the community. However positive this achievement of individuals with disabilities
appears, there are many more people who want the opportunity to work in the community. A recent initiative,
Employment First, has made community employment a “preferred” outcome for all individuals with disabilities. The
County Board and MSI have embraced this concept and have made great strides in providing opportunities for more
community employment. Muskingum County has actually been recognized for its achievements in making resources
available for more community employment.
Another part of “WHERE” individuals with disabilities receive services is community integration. This is the non-work
part of each person’s life. It is important that the County Board begin to provide assistance to people so they can lead
fuller lives in their communities. This social aspect of life has not been a priority or strong part of any supports of the
County Board in the past. But just as all of us in our community, people with disabilities need those social outlets to
lead better lives. The County Board is making resources available to assist with this need. Staff and a database and
resource matching system have been added to begin to work with people to match their needs with opportunities in
the community. This concept, also called FANS (Friends, Allies and Neighbors), will provide many opportunities for
people in the community to share their interests, passions and gifts with people who would benefit from that natural
connection with others.
A third part of “WHERE “will be changing in August. That is the separation of the school and adult transportation
systems. Historically, both students at the school and adults in the workshop have been transported on the same
yellow school buses. This was done as an efficient way of providing transportation to these two groups. While efficient,
it did not recognize that most adults do not go to work on a yellow school bus. Beginning next August, adults will have
transportation provided on para transit buses and vans. Each of these vehicles will be handicap accessible. The County
Board will contract with MSI for drivers for the new system. There will be some changes in routing and times people
are picked up. These and other details will be available sometime in July. While not true integration into the
community’s transportation system, it is a step in the right direction. Transportation is usually seen as one of the top
needs with rural communities. The County Board will continue to work with area agencies and providers to enhance
and expand transportation options for people with disabilities.
As you can see, there are many changes coming in the near future. These changes may seem scary to some and very
positive to others. The County Board of the future will look much different than the County Board of today. While the
County Board will not be providing services, it will strive to help private providers maintain the high quality of services
expected by the community. One thing is certain, the County Board remains committed to people with disabilities and
their families. The County Board has scheduled a meeting to further discuss these changes and answer any questions
about those changes. Interested persons are invited to attend this meeting on Wednesday, March 9th at 6:00 at
Starlight School.
— John E. Hill, Superintendent Starlight School—School-Age
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March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness
Month and this year, the Muskingum County
Board of Developmental Disabilities is celebrating the power of stories. We recognize that every
person has a story, every story is different, and
every person’s story is important. The stories that
follow will demonstrate the uniqueness of each person we support. Our goal is
to share their interests, abilities, and personalities, and to help show how we
are all connected.
Miguel - Loves Music, Amazing, Strong
Miguel is a six year old Starlight School student who
loves music and working with his hands. His dream job
would probably be to be a musician. Music, his family
and his animals at home make him smile. He never
complains and keeps trying to do things that challenge
him. His best days in his life so far include: 1.When he
could move himself in a wheelchair 2. When ear surgeries made it possible for him to finally hear his family
speaking to him. Miguel likes to go to church, library,
school, parks and Chinese restaurants. His family
describes in three words: Amazing. Inspiring. Strong.
Hannah - Friendly, Happy, Helpful
Hannah is an eight year old student in Mrs. Orr’s room at Starlight
School. She makes her mother proud because she is very friendly, helpful and outgoing. Hannah’s best day was going to the beach, swimming
and playing in the sand. She is looking forward to going to Disney
World in the future and Mickey Mouse makes her smile. Hannah likes
to go to the park, movies and of course, Grandma’s house. She enjoyed
going to see “The Peanuts Movie” with her classmates on a November
Starlight fieldtrip. She did an excellent job singing and dancing in the
Starlight holiday program based on that movie. Her mother tells us her
dream job would be anything with music. Hannah can be described in
one word: HAPPY.
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Starlight School—School-Age
Lara - Likes Scrapbooking, The Fieldhouse, 4-H Member
Lara is a 16 year old student in Mrs. Reinbeau’s room at Starlight School. She lives with her parents
and a dog named Dollar. Laura is good at scrapbooking and has a blue ribbon from the Muskingum
County 4-H judge to prove this. Lara thinks she would like to work at her favorite restaurant, Taco
Bell, where she could serve food and take people’s money. She likes to clean, spend time with her
family, read to younger children, play cards,
and play video games. She also likes to go to
the Fieldhouse and work out with her mom.
Laura wants people to know she likes having
friends and making them laugh. She says her
family is the most important thing in her life.
She describes herself in three words: cute,
beautiful, gorgeous!
Brandon - Caring, Likes to Play Sports & Video Games, Determined
Where did you grow up and what do you remember most about it?
Zanesville. I moved around a lot. I remember playing football, basketball,
baseball, kickball, and dodge ball with my school friends.
If you could live anywhere, where would it be?
I want to stay in Zanesville.
What do you do for fun?
I like to play sports and video games.
What is your dream job and why?
I would like to be a teacher because I like helping people.
Describe the best day of your life
The day I scored a couple points during my basketball game.
What are you most proud of?
My parents and grandparents and my friends and having them in my life.
What are you looking forward to?
Right now I’m looking forward to my 18th birthday on February 26th and
celebrating with my family together. We are going to have a bowling party,
eat pizza and have cupcakes.
Describe yourself in three words or less
Caring, Joker, Determined.
What would you like people to know about you?
I can be a friend.
Muskingum Starlight Industries Adult Day Program &Workshop
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Becky - Happy, Everyone’s BFF, Artist
In Zanesville and I like it.
If you could live anywhere, where would that be and why?
In Ohio because of my Mom and I like it.
I paint nails, cut with scissors, make necklaces and go to Book Club at Tim
Horton's and drink coffee.
Goodwill and to work with clothes.
Describe the best day of your life?
Featured Artist at the First Friday Art Walk.
What is the most memorable experience you've had?
Shopping at the beach.
That I help people.
Going to a cabin with my Mom, Ken and Tony.
Describe yourself in three words or less.
Happy, caring and everyone's BFF.
What's the one thing people wouldn't guess about you?
I am paying attention even when you think I am not.
I like the beach.
Telling stories is as basic to human beings as eating. More so, in fact, for while food makes
us live, stories are what make our lives worth living.”— On Stories, Richard Kearney
Hunter - Zane State Student, Video Games, Learning
What do you remember most about growing up?
I liked going to school and Learning.
Play video games and talk with friends online.
Video Game Tester
What would you like people to know
about you?
I like learning and going to Zane State
to re-learn things like Math.
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Kenny - Volunteer, Hunter, Friendly
I grew up in West Muskingum School District. I remember helping Brian Drake
with the football team. Brian shared that Kenny played on the North West
Tornados Football Team when he was around 8. Then we moved to New
Concord and I helped with the football team leading the guys on the field
with the John Glenn flag.
I would live in Arizona and pan for gold and see the Air Force stations.
I like to ride my 4 wheeler, a Polaris 500 and go deer hunting with my dad
and brother-in-law. We eat the deer meat.
Volunteer job at the New Concord Fire Department. I like helping and the
guys are nice to me.
What is the best day of your life?
When I got my volunteer job at the New Concord Fire Department.
What is the most memorable experience you’ve had?
Spending time with my family (who have passed away), my mother, grandma, grandpa, and my Uncle Rick. I
just lost my grandpa and we were close. I enjoyed spending time with my mom and going places together.
Helping with things in the community like the “Fireman’s Festival.” I
help pass out fliers to the community and local businesses. I help set
up the bounce houses. I enjoy seeing my old teachers I had in school.
I help with “Celebrate New Concord” by picking up sticks in the
grassy area by the Fire Department and setting up picnic tables for
older people to sit at. I help with the parade and chicken dinners.
What is one thing people wouldn’t know about you?
That I get along with everyone.
I am easy going. I helped my grandpa with yard work and cleaning his
house. I called and checked to see if he needed anything.
My family moving on from my grandpa’s death and see how other family members remember him.
Describe yourself in three words?
Helpful Friendly Thankful
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Jennifer - Happy, Playing Cards, Eating Lunch with Friends
What are some of your favorite things?
The color red, like my hair. My favorite song is “Daddy’s Hands”.
I would stay with my aunt and uncle because I’m happy there.
Playing Uno with my friends and winning.
What is your dream job?
Making the hamburgers and fish filets at McDonalds, or helping patients at the
hospital.
I am happy. I’m kind. I like to eat lunch with my friends.
“To be a person is to have a story to tell.” — Isak Dinesen
Ron - Advocate Representative, Makes Rugs, Knowledgeable
Where did you grow up and what do you remember most
about it?
Here in Zanesville. My whole family has lived here since 1949. Our
homestead is still in the family.
The Rockies because of the serene landscape.
I work on hand made rugs and listen to audio books.
Being a projectionist at a movie theater. I think it would be fun.
Sitting in a restaurant in the Florida Keys with my family for my
moms’ birthday.
What is the most memorable experience you've had?
My commencement from Zanesville High School.
My hand made rugs. It took me 28 days to make a Monarch Butterfly
one that was 54x48 and had 8 different colors in it.
Getting my job as Advocate Representative off the ground.
Creative, nerdy, and knowledgeable
That they can ask me almost anything.
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Muskingum Starlight Industries Adult Day Program & Workshop
Steve - Repairs Watches, MSI Custodian, Attends the Carr Center
Where do you work?
Starlight workshop (intern)
What do you do at work?
The janitors job, sweep, mop, take out the trash, stock, unclog toilets, check
the soap and towels and wipe off tables.
How many hours a week do you work? 20 hours
What do you do during the day when you're not working?
Work on watches, put batteries in, put backs back on and make sure they
work. I go to the Carr Center and play games, help custodian sometimes and
eat lunch there.
What do you like most about working?
The people are nice. I like this job and want to keep it.
What are you able to do now because you work?
Put money in the bank and I bought a magnifying glass.
What advice do you have for people who are thinking about getting a
job in the community?
I think they should get one, it helps with spending money.
Alisha - Likes Hip Hop and Country Music, Dancing, Book Club
Throwing snowballs, and a sleigh ride with my aunt.
Spending Saturdays with my mom. Going on trips, I like going to camp. I
just like going, going, going!
What is your favorite color?
Sometimes blue, sometimes yellow or red…all of them.
Jimmy Johns, because they sell subs.
What is the one thing people wouldn’t guess about you?
I’m a hip hop girl, but I like country music too.
I’m good. I go to church every Sunday. I like new music, especially Taylor
Swift, “Shake it Off”. I like to dance.
I like going to book club because it helps me read more.
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Amanda - Hard Worker, A Great Friend, Helpful
I would still live with my aunt and uncle. They really care about me.
Be on the phone with my friend, use computers, and watch funny cat videos.
Describe the best day of your life.
Going to lunch with my best friend at Subway.
I help around the house.
What’s the one thing people wouldn’t guess about you?
I never had a best friend until now.
I’m smart and a hard worker.
Megan - Volunteer, Animal Shelter, Community Connections
Where do you volunteer?
The Animal Shelter.
What do you do when you volunteer?
I play with the animals, bring the animals in and out of their cages and give the
dogs dog bones.
How many hours a week do you volunteer?
I go there one hour a week.
What do you do during the day when you're not volunteering?
Just go to Community Connections.
What do you like most about volunteering?
Seeing all the smiling faces.
What advice do you have for people who are thinking about
volunteering in the community?
Never ever, ever jerk on the dog leash and make sure the leash is around their
neck and stay away from the sick animals.
Dustin - Volunteer, Food Server, Community Connections
Christ Table
We serve food.
2 hours per week.
I come to Community Connections.
I like eating there.
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Michelle - Happy, Likes to Make Pizza, Watch T.V.
The house I’m living at now. It’s nice.
Watch TV-“The Price is Right” and “Days of Our Lives”.
Wiping the tables and counters at Little Caesar’s to make money.
My birthday every year.
Saving money to buy pop at the Dollar Tree.
I’m happy. My favorite thing to cook is pizza. I like taking naps.
Brady - Photographer, Good Listener, Volunteer
What is your dream job? Why?
Being a photographer and working for WHIZ-TV. To make more money,
and because people like my pictures.
Being myself. I’m a good listener, a responsible person, and I help my mom
with her TV.
How does volunteering make you feel?
(Brady records one service a month at North Terrace Church of Christ) I
feel great at it. Sometimes I film the first, second, or all three services. I
watch WHIZ-TV and feel like the people behind the cameras.
What would people never guess about you?
I got good grades in high school.
I have a good personality, but I’m not ready for a relationship right now.
Mary - Goes to Church, Likes Shopping, Playing with the dog
Florida because it’s nice and warm.
I like to make crafts, watch movies, and play with the dog.
I would work at the hospital with the babies. I would feed them, burp them
and change their diapers, because they’re so cute.
Shopping at Wal-Mart, and buying new clothes.
I go to church every Sunday.
Getting married to my boyfriend, and having Angie as my sister-in-law.
What would you like people to know about you? I’m really nice. I’m
good at talking to people when they get upset.
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Heidi - Volunteer, Community Connections, Job Seeker
Carey Town
I help them get their lunch ready, put music on for them and put them in nap
time.
I go on Mondays from 10-1:30 and Wednesdays from 10-2.
I come back to Community Connections.
Recess
What advice do you have for people who are thinking about volunteering in the community?
Just ask them, it's up to them. I like volunteering.
Barb - Job Seeker, Healthy Outcomes Program (HOP ), Special Olympian
I grew up in Cleveland. I Remember ballgames like Cavaliers and Browns sometimes called the
“Dawgs”.
I like Zanesville.
Visit my sister and stay all night. I go to book club. I like to do word searches.
I am not absolutely sure what I want to do. Might like to be a greeter and say
“Hi, how are you today?” I like doing dishes at the school.
Describe the best day of your life
Fridays are the best days. I get paid and it is the weekend. I can relax, go out to
eat and go to a movie.
I am proud of my Special Olympics medals. I do basketball skills, swimming, and
track.
I Can’t wait to get a job.
Describe yourself in three words or less?
Nice , Pleasant, and Helpful
I like to go to HOP at the Muskingum Recreation Center. It is helping me a lot. I don’t eat as many snacks. It
helps me Control my weight. I have nutrition on Tuesday and learn how to eat healthy. We do water exercises and sometimes play volleyball after. My sister-in-law, Melanie cooks good food and helps me with
money.
**The Healthy Outcomes Program (HOP) is funded in part by The United Way of Muskingum, Perry, and Morgan Counties.**
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Jessica - Works at Sam’s Club, Wants to live on her own, likes watching movies
If you could live anywhere where would that be and why?
In the red building behind my parent’s house. I am saving money to fix it up. I will
have my privacy. I will learn to cook in my parent’s kitchen.
I watch DVD’s. I have the whole set of Harry Potter and Twilight.
What is your dream job?
I wanted to work at Sam’s Club. (Jessica keeps the clothing center aisles neat and
organized) I fold clothes and I asked for a board to help me fold clothes. I make
more money here than at the workshop.
What would you want people know about you?
I went to East Muskingum and my dad went there also.
Georgia - Likes Word Searches & Needlepoint
I used to be afraid of thunder when I was little.
March Apartments because I like living alone.
I do word searches and needlepoint.
What is your dream?
To get married someday.
I have good health.
What is your favorite food?
I like spaghetti.
What is the worst chore you have to do at your house?
I don't like to clean the house
I want people to like me.
Jessie - Loves being an Aunt, Likes Watching Movies, Outgoing
Philo and the country.
Arizona because it's a warm state and easier on my breathing.
Hang out with friends, watch movies and go to church.
Be a Yoga teacher to help special needs kids.
When my nieces were born. I have three of them.
What's the one thing people wouldn't guess about you?
That I have Autism.
Outgoing, talkative and helpful.
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Coming Together in their Own Words - A Blending of Adult Services
Hello to All! By the time you read this article, Spring will be right around the corner! Hope you have had a
warm and safe Winter! As you may have already heard, all of Adult Services, Newark Road Workshop, and
the Adult Day Program have merged into one building. We are all now located at 1330 Newark Road (Rear)
Right behind Starlight School. We thought it would be fun to hear in their own words how the adults feel
about this merge.
“I like it. Learning math on the computer. Seeing my old friends. Get to
do wood working. I like my new
lanyard.” - George
“I like puzzles, I see my friends
now” - Jim
“Amanda is my friend, she is nice!” - Gary
“More friends, very nice
together. All the safety
committee is together
now, which is good”
- Mark
“Best to be together.
Jennifer is the best friend
I have ever had!”
- Amanda
“I like it, I think it neat!”
- Jennifer
FANS Game Night
The first FANS Game Night happened on February 1, 2016 at Foxfire Cafeteria.
Nancy, Brandon, Jacob, Ryan, Lisa, James and Tabatha played games with Crooksville National Honor Society (NHS) students, Bailey, Ashley and Cassidy. They
played a variety of games from UNO, Hungry Hungry Hippos, Connect 4 and SkipBo. It was a very competitive night and everyone had fun. Everyone learned how to
play new games even the NHS students. Tabitha, James and Lisa taught Bailey how
to play Skip-Bo. It was a great evening to make new friendships.
Jacob & Brandon enjoying good
food and good company!
The second FANS Game Night happened on
February 8, 2016 at the Muskingum County
Library in New Concord. Joshua, George and John played games with
Amber, a student at Zane State. They played a variety of games from
UNO, Connect 4 and Sorry. It was a night of learning how to play old
games with new rules. Everyone had a great time!
Lisa, James, Tabatha, & Bailey enjoying a card game
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Special Olympics Program
Muskingum County Board of DD takes pride in providing Special Olympics to eligible individuals from Muskingum County. Here’s our current activity list: 
Basketball Team: (October—March) Practices are Tuesday and Thursday. In order to be on the team, you must do at least one year of skills and have a score at a competition of over 70. 
Basketball Skills: (January—March) Practices are Wednesday 3:30pm ‐ 5:00pm 
Swimming: (September—December) Practices are Mondays and Wednesdays 
Bowling: We have a tournament in the spring. To be able to participate, you must have participated in an average of 15 games. These may be acquired on your own or you may want to join the Starlight Bowling League. (Contact Star Brandom at 452.2141)  Bocce: (March—June) Italian lawn bowling.  Track & Field: (March—June)  Cycling (April—June) Requirements to Participate: 
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A Special Olympics Physical Form (to be completed by a doctor) A Special Olympics Release Form (signed by an adult athlete or guardian) Contact Information: 
For further information on participating OR volunteering to help with the Special Olympics, contact Sandy Drenten, Special Olympics Coordinator at 453.4622 Ext. 1474. We hope to see you among our teams! Muskingum Valley Ohio Miracle League
The Miracle League program provides an opportunity for children and adults with intellectual and/or physical challenges to play baseball! The Miracle League is an organization of community volunteers sponsored by the Zanesville Day‐
break Rotary Club that operates this specialized baseball program for the nearly 9,000 disabled children and adults in Southeastern Ohio. The specially designed, rubber turf field is located on Muskingum County land next to the Starlight fa‐
cilities and the former Muskingum County Home. Baseball season is soon approaching. We will play ball all May, June and July (except Memorial Day and July 4th holidays) on Saturday mornings for Youth (5‐
18) and Sunday evenings for Adults (19 and up). Schedules will be available soon and will be posted on the MCBDD, Starlight Programs’ website, www.muskingumdd.org. Call 740‐454‐0315 with questions Attention Parents & Guardians
Schedules will be available on Saturday, May 7th when the John Glenn
Baseball Team holds a one hour (per
group) baseball clinic for us. Youth
begins at 9:30 a.m. and Adults at
11:00 a.m.
Coaches will contact you by phone to
provide additional information. No
player will be placed on a team until
completed and signed registration has
been received.
Check our Facebook page “ Miracle
League of Muskingum Valley Ohio”
for information, cancellations,
changes and announcements.
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Personnel Change Ups!
Many of you have seen these wonderful staff members busily working in the Annex and Workshop
areas…but now, they have a new job title and new job duties!!
Lisa Clark is our new Customer Guide. Lisa’s new location is at our Zane Street office building. Lisa will
be connecting people with resources they need and/or desire from social services to programs our
County Board provides. Lisa can be reached at (740) 453-4829 ext. 1234 or lclark@muskingumdd.org.
Shiela Hina is our new Budget Support Specialist. She will be at our Zane Street location. Shiela will be
joining our two existing budget support specialists to help with making budgets for people supported by
MCBDD. She is a great help to the yearly individual budgeting process!
Kelly Jackson is now working as the new Employment Navigation Specialist. She will be helping people in
Muskingum County find their way on the path to employment; from learning about jobs, to finding and
keeping jobs. Kelly will also focus her efforts on employment education, and overcoming barriers to employment. Her office is located in the Annex building, and she can be reached at 453-4622 ext. 1405 or
kjackson@muskingumdd.org.
Missy Hartley is our new Community Network Coordinator, Missy's new location is in the Annex
Building on Newark Road. Her position will be focusing on Provider Recruitment/Support/
Encouragement, Advocacy and coordinating FANS (Friends, Allies and Neighbors). Missy can be reached
at 453-4622 ext. 1428 or mhartley@muskingumdd.org.
Ron Pyle is our new Advocate Representative. Ron has been in Community Connections for 2 years. He
has volunteered 2 days per week at Genesis Healthcare for over 20 years. Ron will be involved in People
First, he lead focus groups about our programs and services, work with providers on self-advocacy education, and will provide trainings for peers, families, staff, board, agencies and the community. His office will
be in the Annex building and he can be reached at 453-4622 ext. 1421 or rpyle@muskingumdd.org.
Summer Camp 2016
Are you ready for summer camp?? Do you know what program and camp week(s) you want to attend? To
take advantage of early bird discounts or available scholarships register early!! Check out these camps’
websites for schedules, discounts, and locations:
Camp Echoing Hills ( www.campechoinghills.org )
Week long session during June and July.
Camp Nuhop ( www. nuhop.org )
One and two week sessions during June and July
The Murphy Thomas Foundation ( www.mtfoh.com )
9am - 4pm Day program. Program runs May thru September
MUSKINGUM
COUNTY
BOARD OF DD
655 Zane Street
Zanesville, Ohio 43701
www.muskingumdd.org Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/starlightprograms Mission Statement:
Working in partnership with individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, providing opportunities utilizing public and private supports, to live, learn, work, and play in the community. Board Members:
Caribeth Legats, President LaTisha Shuster, Vice President Shayne Barnes, Secretary Cathy Martin Michael Norman Ben Whitacre Diana White Superintendent:
John E. Hill Any questions in regard to this newsletter, please contact Cathy Smith, Administrative Services at 740‐453‐4829 or csmith@muskingumdd.org. Help us update our Email Listing! If you would like a copy of the Focus emailed next time it is published, please email kgaddis@muskingumdd.org Focus Newsletter
Contributing Writers:
Brenda Allen Cindy Brenning Lisa Clark Kimberly Gaddis Missy Hartley Kelly Jackson Juanita Mock Cathy Smith Printed by Franklin Printing Co. 740‐452‐6375

Focus (Spring 2016) - Muskingum County Starlight Programs

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