Individuals/Families
The health and safety of the children and adults we support is our utmost concern. Our Major Unusual Incident (MUI) Unit investigates any alleged, suspected, or actual incident that adversely affects the health, safety, or welfare of Richland County residents with developmental disabilities. This may include allegations of:
- abuse
- neglect
- misappropriation
- exploitation
- death
- unplanned hospitalization
- medical emergencies
MUIs are reported electronically to the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities and investigative procedures are followed by MUI staff. Any alleged incident of criminal nature is cooperatively investigated with law enforcement and other agencies. MUIs can be reported to the Richland County Board of Developmental Disabilities by:
- staff
- individuals with disabilities
- families
- providers
- general public
All major unusual incidents result in the individual's team developing a plan of prevention. For more information, or to report an MUI, contact dhaumesser@rnewhope.org, smahoney@rnewhope.org, or call 419-774-4201. You can also contact us via our 24 hour emergency hotline at 419-774-4244.