Welcome to Our New Superintendent!

On 12/31/09, Jody Harris embarked on a well-deserved retirement after 10 years as Superintendent at ACBDD and more than 32 yrs in the field. She received recognition awards from several entities including PAR, SOCOG, Region 4 Superintendents, Athens County Commissioners and the local Consumer Advocacy & Advisory Council which she has vowed to continue to work with. Jody’s service and commitment has indeed resulted in positive outcomes for the individuals served by the board.

After serving as ACBDD Assistant Superintendent throughout 2009, Eric Young has been named new Superintendent of ACBDD as of Jan 1, 2010. In the late 1980’s, Eric worked in the Adult Services Program at Atco and has served as Program Director and Assistant Superintendent at the Gallipolis Developmental Center where he frequently worked closely with ACBDD. Having much familiarity with ACBDD’s individuals, staff and programs, Eric feels that this is a “coming home” of sorts and is a natural fit for himself and the agency.

Welcome to the County Board of Developmental Disabilities

Since its inception in 1957, the Athens County Board of Developmental Disabilities has been providing individuals opportunities to learn, grow, and enrich their lives. For Athens County individuals with developmental disabilities, we provide quality services by assessing their needs and creating individual plans. We offer education, employment, life skills training, recreation, transportation, residential support, services coordination, and more. We help to integrate individuals with developmental disabilities into their community as valued citizens.

If you would like more information on any of our programs, please click on the link or contact us by phone at (740) 594-3539.

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Our Mission

The Mission of the Athens County Board of Developmental Disabilities is to enhance the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities through an array of individualized services and supports.

Our Vision

To provide experienced leadership so all individuals with developmental disabilities may achieve their dreams.

Our Core Values

• We believe in the potential of all individuals served.
• We believe our organization must be responsible and flexible.
• We believe in being fiscally responsible.
• We believe in Person Centered Planning and Self-Determination.
• We believe in providing safe and secure environments for individuals to be served.
• We believe in valuing employees and partners.
• We believe in visionary leaders and innovation.