Request for Providers

An individual diagnosed with spina bifida is requesting three quotes for a Bowhead Nano personal travel chair

intended to support independence in tight spaces and everyday environments with limited accessibility.

If interested, please contact Kara Smith at ksmith@waynedd.org RFP#758KS

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A 34 year old female, that utilizes a custom wheelchair, that resides in Doylestown, Ohio (Wayne County) is

seeking a provider to assist her in her family home with personal care including using the restroom and accessing

the shower (bathing a few times per week), and assistance with daily living activities. Miles being requested for

accessible transportation if available for community activities and or errands.

If interested, please contact Karen Hupp at khupp@waynedd.org RFP#757KH

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Looking for a provider to support a 48 year old male individual with an IO Waiver and Acuity C. He can speak, but

understands only a limited number of words and provides minimal responses. The individual requires Homemaker/

Personal Care (HPC) services to support activities of daily living.

Support needs include bathing assistance, changing/continence care, and positioning, socialization. The individual

has a continuous G‑tube and requires staff who are certified to assist with that.

Services are needed with a schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. most days of the week in Rittman. On weekends

assistance is needed from 8-12pm and 4-8pm if possible.

The individual uses an electric wheelchair and requires hands‑on transfer assistance.

If interested, please contact Samira Griffith at sgriffith@waynedd.org. RFP#756SG

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Individual is seeking a battery-operated pill reminder. They currently use a rechargeable pill reminder but often

forget to charge it, resulting in inconsistent use. Individual takes medication twice per day.

If interested, please contact Samira Griffith at sgriffith@waynedd.org. RFP#754SG

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22-year-old woman living at home with her family in Wooster is looking for a female HPC provider for evening and

some weekend support roughly 30 hours a week.

She is a creative and artistic individual who enjoys expressing herself through a variety of activities. She has a

strong interest in her American Girl dolls, especially styling their hair, and she takes pride in her own appearance

by independently coordinating outfits and doing her hair.

She has a talent for singing and particularly enjoys karaoke. She is also very skilled at drawing and often uses art

as a form of self-expression.

She communicates clearly through verbal expression, writing, and basic sign language. She responds best when

given choices and may take up to 20 seconds to process and verbalize her responses during conversations.

She is independent in self-care and has no mobility limitations. Jakayla manages her daily routines well and

demonstrates strong personal care skills.

She may experience challenges with using profanity and making inappropriate gestures. She benefits from

supportive strategies such as redirection and de-escalation when these behaviors occur.

If interested, please contact Kara Smith at ksmith@waynedd.org. RFP#751KS

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26-year-old woman living at home with her family is looking for a female HPC provider for evening and some

weekend support.

She communicates through vocalizations, gestures, and lighted switches (yes/no and learning more). She is

visually impaired, so it’s important to speak to her, say her name, and let her know you’re present.

She enjoys music, musical shows, interactive toys, being outside, going for walks, and running errands. She

thrives on routine and likes staying active and engaged.

She needs assistance with all ADLs. She uses a wheelchair for most activities but can stand and walk short

distances with support. Occasional lifting required.

Family will provide training. Looking for someone patient, calm, and attentive who is comfortable with hands-on

care.

If interested, please contact Kara Smith at ksmith@waynedd.org. RFP#750KS

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32 year old woman with history of scoliosis and cerebral palsy who uses a motorized modified wheelchair. The

security of the wheelchair currently limited. She is in need of a certified wheelchair securement system upgrade in

her van. It is recommend for a 4 SNC fittings to go with the replacement Surelok Titan tie down system with S

hooks to allow for a 4-point restraint system, compatible with current slide and click mounting systems to provide

improved safety and prevent wheelchair movement during transit.

If needed for the quote, an OT assessment is available.

If interested, please contact Rachel Epling at repling@waynedd.org. RFP#749RE

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HPC services needed for a male in his early 50's who lives in his family home located in Rittman. Male is exhibiting

symptoms of dementia and will require care/supports including for the following but not limited to:

• incontinence needs

• hygeine/shower

• breakfast

• getting ready in the mornings prior to leave to attend his adult day program (dressed, lunch for day program)

• HPC on behalf of services for finishing laundering of sheets, remaking bed with clean sheets, and cleaning of

bathroom after he leaves for day program

Hours needed are Monday-Friday 630-930am, 15 hours/week total

If interested, please contact Debbie Dunlap at ddunlap@waynedd.org RFP#748DD

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Individual living in Rittman, Ohio needs HPC transportation to and from appointments in Wadsworth twice a week.

A non-modified vehicle is fine for this individual. Specific days and times are not yet determined. Funding is

through Level 1 Wavier.

If interested, please contact Joan Huba, SSA at jhuba@waynedd.org. RFP#747JH

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Looking for a male provider to support a 28‑year‑old male (verbal) with HPC services in North Lawrence.

The individual would like to participate in outings, community activities, restaurants, and other local experiences.

Services are needed 3 times per week, up to 4 hours per day.

He is independent in walking, social, friendly, and has a great sense of humor. He may, at times, struggle with

peer relationships, so a provider who can offer positive social support is preferred.

If interested, please contact Samira Griffith at sgriffith@waynedd.org. RFP#746SG

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The individual is a 12-year-old child who requires the installation of a concrete pathway connecting the front of the

house to the back of the house. The child has difficulty walking on uneven surfaces and uses a walker for mobility.

If interested, please contact Samira Griffith at sgriffith@waynedd.org. RFP#744SG

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The individual, a 12-year-old child, requires a larger, more accessible bathroom due to recent falls and increasing

safety concerns. The current bathroom space does not provide enough room for both the individual and assisting

adults to be present safely at the same time. In addition, a Hoyer lift is necessary to provide a safe and effective

method for lifting the individual after a fall.

If interested, please contact Samira Griffith at sgriffith@waynedd.org. RFP#743SG

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55 year old woman with history of Neurological and Seizure Disorder in need of HPC services. She uses a

wheelchair to ambulate and will need assistance with transferring to and from the tub as well as toilet. She needs

some assistance with bathing, dressing, combing hair as well as brushing teeth. She experiences neurological

tremors and has difficulty with her speech. She is a sweet and soft spoken lady who is kind of shy. There are no

behavior or intense medical needs. She lives with her husband who has ongoing back issues that has limited his

ability to be able to assist with her.

She would like HPC to help with making necklaces and bracelets, and getting her out of the house some. Her

hopes are to find a female HPC provider that she can access the community with and have some fun going to

places such as the salon or a craft show.

She is seeking HPC from 2 - 6 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and one day every other weekend.

Please note that this is in West Salem (Congress, Ohio), Wayne County.

Please reach out to Rachel Epling, SSA at repling@waynedd.org, if interested. RFP#741RE

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Individual requires a ramp installed at the front entrance of their home.

If interested, please contact Samira Griffith sgriffith@waynedd.org. RFP#738SG

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Looking for an agency or independent provider to provide HPC services to a 46 year old male resident of Wooster,

Ohio on IO waiver. Hours are needed 4-5 days/week for about 4-6 hours/day. The family is very flexible regarding a

schedule.

The individual is diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, Severe Intellectual Disability and Seizure Disorder. Individual

doesn't have any behaviors. He is non-verbal, has a great sense of humor, and loves to play with his toys. He

expresses himself mainly through facial expressions and vocalizations.

HPC is needed to assist with showering, toileting, lifting, feeding, etc. This individual requires a wheelchair for

mobility. Sister is guardian and lives with individual but is unable to physically assist anymore.

If interested, please contact Samira Griffith at sgriffith@waynedd.org. RFP#737SG

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A kind 56-year old woman with mild ID living in Doylestown is looking for a female provider who is able to

transport her to and from her day program in Medina, possibly Monday through Friday, and also to Special

Olympics practice and community events. She loves to work on arts & crafts projects so taking some type of class

along these lines may be of interest to her. This individual is truly sweet and has no issues with communication or

mobility. She can handle of all her own personal care needs and just needs someone who will be a reliable

companion to make sure she isn't taken advantage of in the community. Hours needed would be approximately

6-10 hours/week, with her day program being about a 35-minute/20 mile trip one way.

If you are interested in helping this individual, please contact Corey Marmet at cmarmet@waynedd.org.

RFP#736CM

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A female in her early twenties needs assistance with activities of daily life from a female homemaker personal care (HPC) provider. The individual is paralyzed and spends most of her time in a hospital bed. She needs assistance getting in and out of bed when she wants to use her powered wheelchair and has a Hoyer lift. She is seeking an independent provider to assist her with bathing and hygiene tasks, including applying deodorant, and lotions. Assistance with cooking, meal setup and running errands (would like both with her and on behalf of). Nurses assist her during the week with her medical needs.

If interested, please contact Karen Hupp, at khupp@waynedd.org RFP#734KH