(3/12/26) A 70-year-old man is seeking housing and provider options where he can share services with roommates while receiving a higher level of support. He currently lives independently but would benefit from an accessible home, ideally with a first-floor bedroom, although he can manage stairs for entry and exit if needed. He attends ADS one day per week and needs assistance with medication management, shopping, laundry, and meal preparation. While he can fold and put away his clothes, he has difficulty operating the washing machine. He is easygoing, enjoys watching old movies and listening to music, and values providers who are kind, patient, and not overly directive. He is very talkative and appreciates someone who will listen and include him in decision-making. He also enjoys car rides, going out to eat, and being active in the community. He enjoys spending time outdoors and taking walks in the community as part of his routine. Due to occasional disorientation, he will require a provider who can accompany him and provide supervision to ensure his safety. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(3/12/26) A 27-year-old female is seeking an HPC provider for approximately 10 hours per week, primarily during evenings and weekends, with some availability on Wednesdays. Her main needs include support with attending appointments and participating in community outings. She benefits from working with providers who are kind, patient, and supportive, and who allow her time to process information. She requires assistance with maintaining physical and relationship safety, as well as help identifying and attending community events and activities. She is pre-diabetic and would benefit from a provider who can help her recognize symptoms of high or low blood sugar, support healthy food choices, and encourage appropriate meal timing. Her interests include reading, playing video games, listening to Christian rock music, eating pizza, watching WWE and movies, singing in her church choir, spending time with friends, cheering for the LA Lakers, and being with her dogs. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
A 28-year-old female is seeking a provider to assist with Non-Medical Transportation (NMT) to her Adult Day Services (ADS), volunteer position, and community job. She needs transportation to ADS on Mondays at 9:00 a.m. with pickup at 3:00 p.m. On Wednesdays, she volunteers at a local agency from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. She also works in the community two to three days per week. Her typical schedule is Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a summer schedule of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. She would benefit from a provider who is consistent and kind, includes her in decisions about her life, speaks slowly and clearly while facing her so she can hear and understand, and provides advance notice of outings or schedule changes so she can be prepared. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(2/27/26) A friendly 14-year-old who needs support with daily personal care. This includes help with changing briefs, dressing and undressing, preparing meals and snacks, and some assistance with feeding, such as placing food on utensils and helping guide food to his mouth. He uses a power wheelchair and needs help reaching items and participating in activities in areas of the home that are not wheelchair accessible, as well as assistance with transfers. Support is needed from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday- Friday. He does not have alone time at home or in the community, auditory supervision is required at home, and close, constant supervision is needed in the community. He enjoys going for walks in warm weather, playing board games like Uno, and being read to. It is important that staff listen to him and engage with him, as he enjoys interaction even though he may repeat himself or be difficult to understand at times. Medication and wound care are handled by natural supports. Interested independent providers must apply through the NECIC process to receive payment, as this involves a separate application and pay structure. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(2/24/26)A 56-year-old man is seeking a shared living provider and requires 24/7 support. He needs full assistance with transfers (including Hoyer lift use), meal preparation, personal care, bathing, dressing, cutting food, cleaning, and daily routines. While he requires comprehensive care, he may choose to have up to four hours of alone time. Known risks include UTIs, bed sores, and asthma attacks, so attentive health monitoring is essential. He prefers providers who are caring, treat him like family, enjoy showing affection (he likes hugs), and clearly explain things while allowing him to ask questions. Due to 50% hearing loss in both ears, it is important that staff face him when speaking. He values provider input in decision-making and feels safest in a home environment, with access to a watch or alert system if staff are out of the room. He would like support attending medical appointments, getting involved in the community, and maintaining a circle of accepting staff and friends. It is important that he has divided plates and sporks to promote independence during meals. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(2/23/26) A man in his early 30s is seeking a Non-Medical Transportation provider for reliable transportation to and from work. His work schedule is as follows: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from either 4 or 5pm to 9 or 10pm. Maintaining his job is a priority, and dependable transportation is essential to ensure he can consistently commute to work. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(2/12/26) A 19-year-old woman is seeking an HPC provider for 5–6 hours per week, available on weekdays after 5 PM and/or anytime on weekends. She is a fun, kind-hearted individual who needs support with cleaning and grocery shopping. She values providers who are friendly, can offer guidance on tasks, and have a wheelchair-accessible vehicle. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(2/6/26) A 15-year-old male in Ontario is seeking a provider for in-home respite during evenings and weekends while his caregiver is out. Support would focus on keeping him active and engaged at home, with possible light meal preparation. He enjoys using the computer to learn new functions and creating stories, including completing the credit portions. He is independent with eating, personal care, communication, and ambulation. Interested independent providers must apply through the NECIC process to receive payment, as this involves a separate application and pay structure. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(2/5/26) A 34-year-old man from Mansfield is seeking a respite provider for 1-4 weeks per year while his family is on vacation. He needs someone to stay with him for 1-6 days, assist with NMT transportation, and drive him to/from ADS. Due to arthritis in his hip, he is a fall risk and has a higher risk of infection due to hygiene concerns. The provider will be responsible for reminding him to clean up, assist with showering, brushing his teeth, and handling his laundry. He requires support with maintaining boundaries, particularly around personal space and handling his wallet/money. Supervision in the community is needed to ensure he maintains boundaries and avoids frustration. The individual enjoys comic books, and video games and seeks a patient, kind, and respectful staff member who will help him find community activities. He requires a staff member with Med Cert 3 to assist with his daily injection and oral medications. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(2/2/26) A 20-year-old man with local funding is seeking a provider for up to 8 hours of HPC per month. Independent Providers who are interested in working with the individual will need to apply through the NECIC process in order to receive payment. It is a different process & pay. He would like support getting out of his home and into the community at least one day per week, as he currently spends much of his time indoors due to limited transportation and support. He enjoys walks, hikes, and spending time outdoors (particularly in cooler weather) and prefers to avoid large crowds. He has no known or anticipated risks and has an open schedule, allowing flexibility in days and hours. HPC transportation will be required. He is looking for a provider with similar interests who can offer encouragement to leave the home, explore new community activities or events, and support socialization with peers while also helping him manage anxiety in social settings. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(1/22/26) A 30-year-old woman in Mansfield seeking Residential Respite and HPC services. Residential Respite is needed several times per week for up to 12 hours total, and HPC may be needed 1–2 days per week for up to 16 hours per day. Supports include cutting food, assisting with drinking, bathing, toileting, medication administration (Med Cert 1 required), ensuring safety, and accompanying her in the community. She works best with patient, kind, gentle, soft-spoken, non-smoking providers and prefers younger female staff. She does not respond well to people who are bossy, loud, unrealistic, or unclean, and becomes frustrated when her mother is not home, during arguments or loud environments, when her belongings are touched without permission, or when her bed is not made. She enjoys music, library visits, and movies. Family is very important to her, and her mother, is her guardian and primary decision-maker. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(1/15/25) A 22-year-old gentleman is seeking 5 hours per week of HPC support. He would like assistance with outings after ADS during the week or on weekends when he is home. Due to seizures and limited vision, he is a fall risk and requires support with mobility, especially in unfamiliar environments and on uneven terrain. He should remain within sight at all times. The provider should help him explore new activities, assist with stairs, allow time for him to respond to questions, and involve his family, when possible, as their presence helps him feel comfortable. Support should also focus on developing his independence in preparation for future independent living. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
Richland County Board of Developmental Disabilities
314 Cleveland Avenue
Mansfield, Ohio 44902
Phone: 419-774-4200
Fax: 419-774-4207
SSA After Hours On-Call:
419-774-4244
MUI After Hours On-Call:
419-774-4244