Their story….. Eleven years ago, after retiring from a long career at Central Insurance, Jerry Hoffman received a phone call to assist a fourth grader in a wheelchair for a couple of weeks. Derek Hill, a fourth grader diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy, had fallen and need help with his wheelchair until he could walk again…
Terry’s Story….. Terry lived in an 80-bed Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) in southern Ohio for 43 years. Four hours away from his family, they would visit as often as possible, but ultimately they didn’t get as much time with him as they wanted. Susie, his sister and guardian, said, “we would drive 4 hours to…
Noah’s Story….. Noah is a junior at Vantage Career Center where he is in the Ag and Industrial Power Technology program. He has been enjoying learning how to fix tractors. He has always enjoyed taking things apart to figure out how they work. Noah’s favorite recent project was when he got to help his dad…
Brandon began receiving County Board services in 1997. The County Board was able to fund waiver services for him that began in 2002. These supports over the years have allowed him the opportunity to move into an apartment on his own which is exactly what he needed. He has an incredible support system that includes…
Kathy has received County Board services since 1993. The County Board was able to fund her waiver services in 2001. The support she has received from her friends, family, MRSI staff and the County Board has given her the opportunity to develop continued independence. She went from attending Thomas Edison 5 days a week to…
Hi, I’m Ollyver and this is my story . . . I am 4 years old. My Mom, Dad, and sister, Addi, are my favorite people. But, I really like everyone! I love to say “Hi” and give lots of smiles and waves to EVERYONE I see! My favorite thing to do is be outside,…