Request for Providers

A 17-year-old gentleman in Wooster is looking for a male HPC provider for outings in the community and other social activities, approximately 8 hours per week, and especially on Wednesdays. This young man loves video games, running his remote control truck outdoors, and is excited to use his metal detector to explore. Due to his diagnoses of Autism, ADHD, Epilepsy, and asthma, he experiences some challenging behaviors and is at risk of elopement, but he has been working hard to learn and use other coping skills when he's upset. His seizure disorder requires close monitoring as well. He occasionally needs physical assistance on uneven surfaces and is mostly independent with personal care. He would be up for a trip to create some pottery at a local art store or simply going out to eat at Chick-fil-A.

If you are interested in working with this individual, please contact Corey Marmet at cmarmet@waynedd.org. RFP#622CM

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A 25 year old young man who has been at Mount Vernon Developmental Center since 2019 due to significant behavioral needs that require high staffing support and significant behavior management that involve restrictive measures.   He loves to be outside, watch cartoons, go swimming, go for rides, and eat a variety of junk food and drink pop for fun.  He would require a private bedroom, close visual supervision at least every 5minutes to assure his health and safety, as well as those with whom he lives.  He is primarily non-verbal, though he does use adapted sign language.  He requires support with all Adult Daily Living Activities.  Target behaviors include: disrobing in public/common home spaces or in the community depending upon the activity (eg:  if he sees a pond/pool he’ll disrobe to get in); physical aggression toward others (hitting, kicking, biting, grabbing, pushing/shoving, pulling hair, scratching); property destruction (eg: electronics that don’t immediately do what he wants them to do); Elopement (he has no appreciation for safety of any kind when out in public).  He does not do well with sharing with others, he wants attention immediately and doesn’t wait well.  He is diagnosed with Autism; severe ID; GERD; seasonal allergies, chronic constipation, insomnia, decreased vit D levels, dry skin, PICA, encephalopathy 2nd to hypoxia brain injury at birth and communication disorder.

Please respond, if after you review this profile you feel that you might be able to support him in your current environments/settings.

If interested please contact Cheryl Gooch at cgooch@waynedd.org RFP#621CG

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Looking for a provider to spend a few hours a week in the community with a client. He enjoys fishing, bowling, going to see movies (war and scary), swimming (indoor or outdoor), planet fitness, play video games (it varies, but currently Madden, Arc, Assassins creed, Vikings, and Arc), going to NASCAR races, and putt-putt.

If interested please contact Breanna Tramonte at btramonte@waynedd.org RFP#620BT

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40 year old female client A, who currently lives at Gallapolis Developmental Center due to significant mental health and behavioral needs.  Prior to placement at GDC she was receiving inpatient mental health/psychiatric support 1-4xs a month.  A is doing well at GDC due to its high structure and ongoing behavior support services.  A attends an on campus day center, as she has not shown ability to self-regulate without staff intervention. Individual is independent with mobility.   She enjoys doing art, going out to eat, going out into the community to participate in activities.  Her attention span is very short, and she tends to want to jump from one activity to another within 5-10minutes. A needs support with other life areas: self-care, taking medications, home care, cooking, following healthy diet, exercise, money management (payee in place); advocacy and decision making (guardian of person in place).  A’s target behaviors include: verbalizing delusional thoughts; disruptive behaviors related to group activities, particularly when she is not the center of attention; SIB (picking at her nails, skin); verbal aggression with peers and staff and some limited physical aggression toward peers that might provoke her.  She does share a large bedroom with a peer at GDC, so she could share space with a peer in an ICF setting.

If you are interested in reviewing further information about her as a potential candidate for placement, please reach out to cgooch@waynedd.org  RFP#619CG

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A 47-year-old male residing in Rittman, currently living with his mother/guardian, is seeking a dedicated HPC provider. He has been diagnosed with Severe Intellectual Disability, Scoliosis, and Dysphagia, and requires comprehensive support with daily living activities including personal hygiene, feeding, and social interaction. He uses a wheelchair and needs full assistance with transfers, bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. A Hoyer ceiling lift is installed in the home to support safe transfers. HPC services are needed

Monday through Friday during the following times:

Morning: 6:30 AM – 8:15 AM (start time is flexible)

Evening: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (evening hours are flexible)

The family is also seeking weekend assistance, with scheduling options that can be adjusted to fit availability. This individual has a great sense of humor and enjoys engaging with others. He attends a day program 3–4 times per week and looks forward to it. The ideal provider will be compassionate, dependable, and enthusiastic about supporting someone who thrives on social interaction and consistent care.

If you are interested please contact Samira Griffith at sgriffith@waynedd.org. RFP#618SG

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We are looking for a kind and dependable provider to support a sweet and easygoing 67-year-old man with moderate intellectual disability, cerebral palsy (mixed type), and gait ataxia. He is non-verbal but communicates using gestures, pointing, limited sign language, and head nods. He understands much more than he can express and appreciates when people take the time to let him process and respond.

He is seeking 10 to 20 hours per week of Homemaker/Personal Care (HPC) services, along with occasional weekend residential respite, especially when his family is out of town. This gentleman needs both verbal and physical prompts for his daily living needs. He can walk on his own around the house, but may need help standing up or sitting down. For longer outings in the community, he uses a wheelchair. A modified vehicle is not needed. He enjoys hands-on activities like puzzles and simple tasks, and loves spending time in his recliner watching car shows and cartoons. He has a special interest in Matchbox cars and would likely enjoy activities centered around them.

Current Service Needs:

-Consistent HPC support on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 PM to 8:30 PM during golf season, this may include staying at home with him or taking him out for community activities.

-Occasional weekend hours and occasional overnight respite, as needed and scheduled in advance.

-Residential respite when his caregivers are away for several days. His family is open to staff staying in their home or him going to the provider's home, depending on what works best. This is a great opportunity to support a gentle individual in a relaxed and caring environment. His family is supportive and collaborative in planning care.

If interested contact Courtney McConahay at cmcconahay@waynedd.org RFP#617CMc

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Seeking HPC Provider for a Fun and Meaningful Fair Experience.

A wonderful family is looking for a caring and dependable HPC (Homemaker/Personal Care) provider to support their sweet and energetic 12-year-old son during the Ohio State Fair and the Wayne County Fair. He is non-verbal and has a diagnosis of Down syndrome. He loves being active and he and his family are very involved in 4H.

What We're Looking For:

The ideal provider(s) will: Be able to spend each fair day with this young man, accompanying him as he shows his animals and participates in 4H activities. Enjoy being outdoors and feel comfortable in a livestock barn environment, including the sights, sounds, and smells that come with it. Be vigilant and reliable. Since he has a tendency to wander, the provider will serve as an extra set of eyes to help ensure his safety in the large fair crowds. This includes accompanying him to other fair attractions when he’s not involved in 4H activities. Be supportive and encouraging—but hands-on support for the 4H projects will be provided by his family.

What to Expect:

Hours are approximately 8 to 10 hours per day, with some early start times (as early as 5 am.) Some days may be longer; hours may be split up between staff/providers if needed. Specific scheduling needs can be discussed during the interview process.

It’s a full day of walking, standing, and enjoying fair life—so stamina is important. You’ll want to wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing, closed-toe shoes for walking in barns and on wet ground, and bring a camping chair for downtime.

Fair Dates & Locations:

Ohio State Fair (Columbus, OH): July 28th – August 2nd

Wayne County Fair (Wayne County, OH): September 6th – September 11th

*If you’re part of an agency, interested staff may split the days to meet the full need. The ideal agency would also have staff in Franklin County, OH for the State Fair.*

This is a wonderful opportunity to support a great young person while being part of an exciting and community-focused event. If you or someone you know may be a good fit, we’d love to hear from you!

If interested contact Courtney McConahay at cmcconahay@waynedd.org RFP#616CMc

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Looking for a Compassionate and Consistent Female HPC Provider (Up to 20 Hours/Week)

A kind and independent 24-year-old woman is seeking additional HPC (Homemaker/Personal Care) support—up to 20 hours per week. She is specifically looking for a consistent female provider (no rotating staff) who can offer not just practical help, but also emotional support and a listening ear.

Evening hours and some weekend availability (Saturday and Sunday) are needed, and having one dedicated person she can build trust with is very important to her. An independent provider is ideal, but she is also open to working with an agency—if they can offer one consistent staff person she can meet and interview first.

About Her: She’s fun, creative, and full of personality. She is a psychic medium who enjoys the unusual and unique—things like ghost hunting, haunted places and objects, crafting, renaissance fairs, and oddities. She loves going to the library, trying new recipes, eating out, visiting wineries, and listening to live (usually outdoor) music. She is also starting a small business centered around cosplay and oddities crafts, and may need occasional help researching places to sell her creations. She uses a THC vape as needed for anxiety, so the provider should be understanding and comfortable with that.

Support She’s Looking For:

-Transportation in the evenings and some weekends.

-Gentle reminders for daily tasks like moving laundry, eating meals, taking medication.

-Help with light cleaning to maintain her cozy and welcoming home.

-Support with meal prep or trying out new recipes. -Assistance with her small business efforts (like looking up local craft fairs or markets).

-She’s very independent and does not like being labeled or treated like a child. She wants a provider who will treat her with respect and equality, and who genuinely wants to spend time with her and have fun along the way.

Personal Preferences:

-Must be comfortable with dogs—her pet is an important part of her life, and she may want to bring her dog along in your car at times.

-Being an animal lover is a big plus!

-She loves learning about others, so if you’re open to sharing a bit about your own life, family, and hobbies—that’s a bonus!

-She’d be happy to occasionally be welcomed into your home as part of your connection.

-If you are open-minded, compassionate, and ready to build a meaningful and fun connection, she would love to hear from you!

If interested please contact Courtney McConahay at cmcconahay@waynedd.org RFP#615CMc

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55 year old gentleman looking to do respite in a all Male group home for a weekend per span. This could potentially turn into a permanent placement. Gentleman is non verbal, and has been diagnosed with severe ID, Raynaud's syndrome & downs syndrome. Also has issues with eye sight and arthritis. he will pinch if someone invades his personal space. Loves blocks and puzzles and all kinds of music.

If interested please contact Morgan Butler at mbutler@waynedd.org RFP#614MB

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The family is looking for adaptive evaluations for their 10 year old son with medical needs. He needs a bathroom conversion (from tub to shower), ramps outside rather than stairs and railings to assist with the ramps. Will need  multiple quotes and have someone check on accommodations at the home.

If interested please contact Breanna Tramonte at btramonte@waynedd.org RFP#613BT

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Looking for a licensed hair stylist to go into client home to cut his hair. He is in his late forties and would prefer a woman to do this. The home is not the tidiest, and would need to be patient with the client, as he doesn't sit well for haircuts.

If interested please contact Breanna Tramonte at btramonte@waynedd.org RFP#612BT

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Seeking an assistive tech provider to review technology for safety precautions around her home. Client is hoping to get security cameras around her home to connect to her phone to ensure she can check who is at the front door or around her home.

If interested please contact Breanna Tramonte at btramonte@waynedd.org RFP#610BT

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64 year old male who lives in the West Salem area would like to be able to go do things in the community such as bowling, car shows, movies, see holiday lights. He would have up to 14hrs/56units HPC 1:1 and 75miles per month.  He is easy going with no behavioral issues, he is very independent with his personal care, mobility, verbal with typical speech and he would be paying for himself for all activities.  The preference would be to do about 1 to 2 activities in the community per month.  He would prefer a provider who lives close to West Salem area of Wayne County.

If interested please contact Cheryl Gooch at cgooch@waynedd.org RFP#609CG

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13 year old child with CP in wheelchair in need of a ramp to front door of home. Quotes being requested at this time. Home is located in Columbus outside of Bexley.

Please reach out to Melanie Kurtz at mkurtz@waynedd.org if interested or with questions. RFP#608MK

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25 year old male resident of Wayne County is looking for a congregate setting ASAP. His mother is in the end stages of terminal illness. He has been diagnosed with Down Syndrome. He can toilet, feed, bathe, dress himself. He has no behaviors. He works part time and wants to keep his job. He may need transportation to/from his job in Wooster. He needs assistance with general supervision meaning he can be alone for a few hours but never longer than 8 hours or overnight.  He will be OSOC. He will need assistance with medical appointments, but is generally healthy. He has difficulty managing money meaning he could be easily taken advantage of.  He currently lives with Mom and older brother  with whom he has a very close bond with and the family wants this to continue.  He loves to do yard work. His Mom has taught him how to complete chores around the house. He would need assistance with laundry.  He can use the microwave only. He truly is an easy going guy but probably will have difficulty accepting his Mom's death as he has always lived with her. His father is also his guardian and will be the point of contact.

Please contact Becky Migdal at bmigdal@waynedd.org RFP#607BM

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We are looking for an HPC provider for a 34-year-old man who lives with his parent/guardian in Apple Creek, Ohio. He is seeking support for up to 5 hours per week, with availability one evening during the week and possibly some time on the weekend. Weekend days and times can be flexible and agreed upon with the guardian. He does not have any physical disabilities but does have a dual diagnosis of Mild Intellectual Disability (ID), ADHD, and Schizophrenia. The person or agency providing support should be comfortable and experienced working with individuals with similar needs. This individual enjoys getting out into the community for recreational activities, though he sometimes needs encouragement to do so. He has a strong interest in YouTube and often enjoys diving deep into specific topics that catch his attention. At times, he may focus intensely on a particular activity or experience that may not be practical. In these cases, he responds well when guided toward similar, more feasible options. The right provider will be someone who can:

-Offer positive encouragement and support.

-Help set and maintain clear boundaries.

-Gently redirect when needed.

-Be skilled in de-escalation techniques if mental health symptoms increase.

-A male provider may be a good fit for him, but all qualified and compassionate providers are welcome.

Mileage for HPC transportation is also being requested.

Please contact Courtney McConahay at cmcconahay@waynedd.org RFP#606CMc

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Parent of a 5 year old girl is seeking occasional respite/babysitting services.  The child is diagnosed with ADHD and Autism.  This young lady loves to be outside, go swimming, and be creative. She is potty trained and does not have any medications or medical needs that the provider will be responsible for.  She attends a local daycare during the day and may need picked up from daycare occasionally.  Respite/babysitting will need to be at a 1:1 ratio and a female provider is preferred.  Respite provider would need to transport the child around the community.   Provider would need to watch her outside the family home(provider's home, somewhere in the community ex. go to a park).   Schedules will be coordinated between mom and the provider.

Services are paid through Parent 2 Parent once a month.  Checks are issued on the 5th of each month so time sheets need to be turned in before then.  Rate of pay is negotiable but due to limited funding resources, the family is hoping to pay around $12 an hour. There is no reimbursement for mileage. This is NOT funded through waiver services.

If interested please contact Jill Woods at jwoods@waynedd.org RFP#605JW

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52 year old female individual needs a one time ride to Medina Hospital for wrist surgery on June 6th 2025. Will not know the time of arrival needed or surgery until the night before. Only needs a ride to the Hospital. Independent Provider can pick up.

If interested please contact Morgan Butler at mbutler@waynedd.org RFP#603MB

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56 year old man is interested is finding a Shared Living provider and home - OR - a reasonably priced apartment to rent with minimal drop-in HPC services/supports.

Person has lived in their own apartment for a 30+ years with minimal HPC supports that are accepted/wanted. There are some extenuating circumstances that are limiting options for him to be able to rent an apartment at this time.

Person can drive, is ambulatory and able to take care of self-care tasks, but needs reminders gently.

Person has some medical conditions that he takes care of mostly himself, but will need reminders/monitoring/ some assistance. He would benefit from assistance with making/keeping appointments, possibly re-ordering DME supplies, and for completing health related activities; he is able to keep medications himself and does self-administer and able perform health related tasks needed. He will not accept help that he does not want to receive.

He does have a cell phone and will readily use it for communication with his SSA and staff.

He has a payee that assists with bill paying and can manage his own spending and grocery money but benefits from gentle suggestions at times for stretching funds to last.

He is able to come and go according to his own preferences.  

If you are interested in being considered for this opportunity, please contact Debbie Dunlap at ddunlap@waynedd.org RFP#601DD

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