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.
Making the Connections
Transition Services Resource
Guide
Developed 2005 by OASCES Region 7
Local School District Transition Contacts
Worthington Schools
Sharon Fish, Transition Coordinator (614) 883-3041
Dave Appel, WKHS Job Training Coordinator (614) 883-2621 Jill Zingery, TWHS Job Training Coordinator (614) 883-2317
Educational Options
Adult Education Programs
Delaware Area Career Center (DACC) (740) 548-0708 www.delawareareacc.org
College and Career Fairs
*Wright State University-Career Fair-Held in March. Contact [email protected]
*Delaware Area Career Center (DACC) Call (740) 548-0708
*Transition Nite-Worthington Kilbourne High School- Held in January. Contact Sharon Fish (614) 883-3041
*College Information/Transition Night-Hilliard/Dublin Schools-Contact Laura Shick (614) 921-7335 *Contact high school guidance and counseling office
Area Technical Schools/Colleges
*DeVry University (614) 253-7291
1350 Alum Creek Dr. Columbus, OH 43209
Full and Part-time business, technology or management bachelor’s and associate degree programs
www.devry.edu
*ITT Technical Institute (614) 771-4888 3781 Park Mill Run Dr. Hilliard, OH
Associate degrees in Information Technology, Electronic Technology, Drafting, Business & Criminal Justice
www.itt-tech.edu
*Hocking College (740) 753-3591
3301 Hocking Parkway Nelsonville, OH 95764
www.hocking.edu
*The Ohio State University-Office for Disability Services (614) 292-3307
www.ods.ohio-state.edu
*Columbus State-Office of Disability Services 550 E. Spring St. Columbus, OH (614) 287-2570 www.cscc.edu
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) 457-6440 2879 Johnstown Rd. Columbus, OH 43219
Provides vocational and employment service to eligible persons with developmental disabilities.
www.fcbmrdd.org
ARC Industries-West (614) 267-1207 ARC Industries-North (614) 436-4800 250 Dodridge Rd. Columbus, OH 43202 6633 Doubletree, Columbus, OH 43229 Provides sheltered employment, therapies, habilitation and recreation services.
www.arcind.com
Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission (BVR/BSVI) 1-800-282-4536
Southeast Office: 2030 Kenny Rd. Columbus, OH 43221
Provides career and employment services to people with disabilities and referrals to employment agencies.
www.state.oh.us/rsc
Franklin County One-Stop-Job Sight Center-West (614) 462-6231
314 North Wilson Rd. Columbus, OH 43204
Resources available for job seekers and employers. Career and employment assistance provided.
Community Participation/Housing/Transportation
American Red Cross of Greater Columbus (614) 253-7981 995 East Broad St. Columbus, OH 43205
www.redcross.org/cmh-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) 481-5777
1395 West 5th Ave. Columbus, OH 43212
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) 839-2447 1855 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. Columbus, OH 43229
www.bbbcolumbus.org
Providing positive adults role models (age 19 and older) and mentors for young children.
Goodwill Columbus (614) 294-5181 1331 Edgehill Rd. Columbus, OH 43212
http://www.goodwillcolumbus.org/
Employment, residential, community and advocacy support and information.
First Link (614) 221-6766
370 S. 5th St. Columbus, OH 43215
www.firstlink.org
Community information and referral services; volumteer services; resource management; community education; advocacy programs and international programs
Easter Seals Central and Southeast Ohio, Inc. (614) 228-5523 565 Childrens Dr. West Columbus, OH 43205
http://centralohio.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=OHCS_homepage
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) 846-8000 60 East Broad St. Columbus, OH 43215
http://www.cota.com/cota/cotaweb/main.xml
Public transportation, curb-to-curb accessible transportation, bus schedules, discount rider cards.
United Cerebral Palsy of Central Ohio (614) 279-0109 440 Industrial Mile Rd. Columbus, OH 43228
http://www.ucpofcentralohio.org/
Adult day program, in-home program, assistive technology and employment program.
Franklin County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (614) 457-6440 2879 Johnstown Rd. Columbus, OH 43219
Provides Service Coordination, Residential Supports, Family Resources, Special Services (Therapies) and Transportation to eligible individuals and their families. www.fcbmrdd.org
Benefits & Financial Planning
*First Link (614) 224-8146
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. www.firstlink.org
*Franklin County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (614) 457-6400 Referral Source for benefits counseling and assistance with applying for benefits and financial planning.
www.fcbmrdd.org
*On My Own, Inc. (614) 481-5777 1395 W. 5th Ave. Columbus, OH 43212
Offer financial classes for people with disabilities. There is a fee. www.onmyowninc.org
*Social Security Administration Contact Jim Vess for information (614) 469-6832 ext. 3069 Columbus Office: 200 N. High St. Columbus, OH Room 225 1-800-772-1213
Will answer all questions about SSI & SSDI. Apply online or call the above number. www.ssa.gov
*Center for Vocational Alternatives (COVA) Contact: Ron Swain (614) 294-7117 29 East Fifth Ave. Columbus, OH 43214
Provides benefits analysis for SSI and SSDI recipients and work incentives.
www.myworknet.com
*Legal Aid Society of Columbus (614) 224-8374 40 W. Gay St. Columbus, OH 43215
Legal aid provided-fee based on income.
www.columbuslegalaid.org
Center for Vocational Alternatives (COVA) (614) 294-7117 3770 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43214
Benefits analysis for SSI and SSDI-free service.
www.myworknet.com/cova.asp
*Bureau of Children with Medical Handicaps (614) 262-3800
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) 228-5523 565 Children’s Drive West Columbus, OH 43205 Offers support in planning a financial future.
www.centralohio.easterseals.com
*Ohio Benefits Eligibility Screening Services (BESS) 1-877-742-5622 Office of the Ohio Consumer’s Counsel
Determines potential eligibility for a wide range of community resources.
www.vitalaging.com/ohiobess
*The Erin Company Contact: Ann Koerner Earl (614) 923-5765 5060 Bradenton Ave. Suite C Dublin, OH 43017
Benefits and Financial Planning Specialists
*Positive Management of Budgets Contact: Kerry Mehlow (614) 313-6288 PO Box 801 Westerville, OH 43086
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) 222-2305 183 Hawkes Ave. Columbus, OH
Fun/Recreation/Summer
*Worthington Parks and Recreation Contact: Robin Endres (614) 805-8811 360 Highland Ave. Worthington, OH 43085
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) 292-3727
The Nisonger Center-McCampbell Hall 1581 Dodd Hall Columbus, OH 43210
Helping to develop one-on-one friendships with and for people with developmental disabilities.
www.bestbuddies.org
*The Next Chapter Book Club Contact: Melissa Gourley (614) 314-4721
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.
*Equine Assisted Therapy, Inc. Contact: Karen Sanchez 7908 Myers Rd. Centerburg, OH 43011
www.equineassistedtherapy.org
*Boy Scouts of America (614) 436-7200
1901 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. Columbus, OH www.scouting.org
*Dublin Community Parks and Recreation Center (614) 805-8811 5600 Post Rd. Dublin, OH 43017
Recreation programs through the year and summer camps for individuals with disabilities of all ages.
www.dublin.oh.us
*Columbus Parks and Recreation Contact: Mary Beth Moore (614) 645-5648
Therapeutic Recreation
420 W. Whittier St. Columbus, Oh 43215
Recreation services modified to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities. Includes a broad spectrum of social, leisure, physical and lifetime activities
http://recparks.columbus.gov/therapeutic_recreation/index.asp
COSERRC (614) 262-4545
470 Glenmont Ave. Columbus, OH 43214 Summer Program Directory www.coserrc.org
Recreation Unlimited (740) 548-7006 7700 Piper Rd. Ashley, OH 43003
Summer camp and recreation for people with disabilities www.recreationunlimited.org
Special Olympics
Worthington Stars (614) 459-7347
4100 Kenny Rd., Columbus, OH 43220 Contact Sharon Hayes, [email protected]
Worthington Parks and Recreation (614) 436-2743 360 Highland Avenue, Worthington, OH 43085
Offers programs for students with special needs www.worthington.org
Friendship Connection (614) 475-6440 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) 481-5777 1395 West Fifth Ave, Columbus, OH
Housing, social and recreational activities for people with mild developmental disabilities.
www.onmyowninc.org
The Adaptive Adventure Sports Coalition ( TAASC) (614) 293-4963 1139 Dodd Hall 480 W. 9th Ave. Columbus, OH 43219
Advocacy & Support Groups
Worthington Schools Parent Mentor Program (614) 883-3044 Contact: Marilyn Van Gilder, Parent Mentor
Worthington Education Center
200 E. Wilson Bridge Road Worthington, OH 43085
Support and resources to families of children with disabilities and the professionals who serve them.
www.worthington.k12.oh.us
CHADD Children, Adolescents and Adults with ADD/ADHD of Central Ohio (614) 470-0237 PO Box 1618 Powell, OH 43065
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) 436-3628 487 Riley Ave. Worthington, OH 43085
www.autism-centralohio.com
Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities 1-800-374-2806 165 W. Central St. Marion, OH 43302
Information and resources on the educational and training for students with disabilities.
www.ocecd.org
AXIS Center for Public Awareness of People with Disabilities (614) 262-8124 4550 Indianola Ave. Columbus, OH 43214
Information and materials for awareness of issues, programs and rights for people with disabilities.
http://www.axiscenter.org/About_Us/about_axis_1.htm
Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council 1-800-766-7426 8 E. Long St. Columbus, OH 43215
Projects that effect people with developmental disabilities and their families; information on federal and state benefits; Referrals to support agencies.
www.ohio.gov/ddc
Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio (DSACO) (614) 475-6440 Marge Barnheiser, Administrative Director
2879 Johnstown Road Columbus, OH 43219
Health & Wellness
Children’s Hospital Behavioral Health and Counseling (614) 222-1999 700 Childrens Drive Columbus, OH 43205
Additional satellite locations; Outpatient Mental Health; Attention Deficit Disorder Clinic for Treatment and Assessment; Family Support Program
http://www.childrenscolumbus.org/Patient_Family/locator/sprofile.cfm?service_id=93
Crittenton Family Services (614) 251-0103 1414 E. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43205
Family and Community Support Programs; Behavioral Healthcare; Homebased Services
http://www.mariononline.com/careline/crittentonfamily.htm
Dublin Counseling Center (614) 889-5722 6077 Frantz Rd. Dublin, OH 43017
Outpatient Counseling; Chemical Dependency Groups, Therapy Groups for Children and Adults
http://therapistunlimited.com/rehabs/US/OH/DUBLIN/Dublin+Counseling+Center/
Franklin County Board of Health (614) 462-3100 410 S. High St. Columbus, OH 43215
Immunizations; Nursing Services; Public Education
http://www.co.franklin.oh.us/board_of_health/mosquitobattle.htm
Nisonger Center (614) 292-9844
Room 317 McCampbell Hall 1581 Dodd Dr. Columbus, OH 43210 Dental Program; Audiology Clinis; Assessments for persons under 18 with mental retardation and developmental disabilities
http://nisonger.osu.edu/
North Central Mental Health Services (614) 299-6600 ext. 2028 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.
