Pioneer Yard Sale

It’s time for Pioneer’s annual yard sale will be held on Wednesday (7/11) and Thursday (7/12) from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on Friday (7/13) from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 100% of money raised from sales will go to The Pioneer School Booster Club, which funds extracurricular opportunities for students with disabilities in Ross County. Cash or Check …

Aesop’s Table Fundraiser

A local fundraiser is putting a “fabled” twist on an event benefiting 16 non-profits in Chillicothe and Ross County. This event, entitled “Aesop’s Tables”, requested each organization select a fable written by Aesop and have an artist design and paint a picnic table reflecting the story. These tables will then be displayed near the Majestic Theatre on 2nd Street and …

IDEA Part B Funding Public Forum

At our next board meeting, May 17, 2018, we will be holding a public forum regarding our plans to use IDEA Part B funds in accordance with federal regulations. Any interested community member is invited to attend to learn more and provide input. Our board meeting starts at 6:00pm at the Administrative Building Training Room and the public forum portion …

Family Support Group Meeting

Pioneer Center would like to invite all interested parents of children with disabilities to join us for a special meeting. Do you have questions to ask that only other parents would be able to answer? Do you want to know how to plan for your child’s future? Do you have questions for workers in the disabilities field? Do you need …

Reverse Job Fair on March 29!

Thursday March 29 1:00pm-3:00pm Ross County Service Center Reverse Job Fair flips the typical career fair design! Jobseekers sit at tables with their resumes while employers circulate the booths. This is a GREAT opportunity to be matched with an employee who is the most qualified for your opinion.   Contact Art Nickles at jobs@rossdd.org to receive personalized matches for your …

Music Time is here!

Stimulate your child’s development through playful music and movement activities! For children ages birth to 5 years old. For more information, contact: Lisa Liston – Developmental Specialist Kris Ramsey – Music Therapist at the Ross County Board of DD/Pioneer Center (740) 775-7044 or (740) 773-2165 9AM, 10AM and 11AM – 30 minutes sessions are held at the Chillicothe and Ross …

Pioneer Center Accepting Quotes for Transportation Providers

The Ross County Board of Developmental Disabilities is soliciting quotes for non-medical transportation in Ross County. Quotes must be received no later than Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at 4:00 pm. Important dates, a description of service to be performed by the provider, and required information can be found in the linked document below.   Download the Transportation Provider RFQ here.

Pioneer Center Welcomes New Board Member

Pioneer Center is pleased to announce that Brady Ratzlaff has accepted the open position on the Ross County Board of Developmental Disabilities! Some quick facts about Brady: Bachelor’s Degree Criminal Justice – Justice Administration (Tiffin University) 12 years experience working in law enforcement as a Deputy Sheriff, Park Ranger, and Police Captain Current President of Camp Cattail (non-profit organization providing …

Recognizing Direct Support Professionals

September 10-16 is Direct Support Professionals week and Pioneer Center wants to celebrate these outstanding people. Direct Support Professionals ensure people with disabilities have the support they need to live, work and enjoy life as independently as possible in their community. Click here to read about some of the amazing DSPs throughout our programs!