(4/15/26) A 24-year-old woman is seeking a respite provider to support her while her shared living provider takes some planned time away, ensuring continuity of care in a safe, structured, and supportive environment. While the schedule will be determined once arrangements are finalized, she attends adult day services Monday through Friday and requires consistent supervision, with staff always available while still respecting her need for personal space. She benefits from patient, dependable support that emphasizes follow-through, gentle redirection, and a calm approach, especially during moments when she may express heightened emotions. Safety is a strong personal value for her, and she responds well to supportive conversations around staying safe. She enjoys engaging in activities such as watching animal shows and movies, telling jokes, dressing up, and using her iPad. With attentive, respectful care that balances supervision and independence, providers can help her maintain both her well-being and quality of life. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(4/15/26) A 25-year-old is seeking a compassionate HPC provider to support his daily routine and promote his safety and independence. He would benefit from assistance with medication administration, meal preparation (with attention to his lactose intolerance), and reminders for personal care, including toileting and hygiene. Due to a history of seizures, the provider should be prepared to respond appropriately in the event of an emergency. He thrives with structure and requires supervision for a portion of his day to ensure his well-being, both at home and during occasional community outings. While he often enjoys relaxing at home with his favorite activities, such as watching movies, playing video games, and spending time with his train collection, he also likes getting out for fun experiences when he chooses. Support is typically needed after his day program, Monday through Wednesday from approximately 2:30–6:00 PM, with some flexibility. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(4/9/26) A 31-year-old gentleman is seeking a female HPC provider for approximately 12 hours per week to support him with doctor’s appointments, grocery shopping, laundry, and medication refills. He is fairly independent, lives alone, and does not require at-home supervision. The provider will accompany him to appointments and stores to assist with budgeting and understanding any medical updates. He attends ADS on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. He values patience, kindness, and understanding from his provider and needs support with weekly laundry, managing his budget, attending vocational activities, medical appointments, maintaining hygiene, and enjoying personal activities like playing games and eating out. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(4/9/26) A 47-year-old gentleman is seeking a female HPC provider to assist with medication administration twice daily, household tasks, hygiene reminders, and meal prompts. He also needs support with scheduling and attending medical appointments, community activities, and shopping, including transportation. He is approved for up to 21 hours per week, typically receiving 3 hours of 1:1 care per day. He is unable to self-administer his medications, and he has medications that must be taken two hours apart. For this reason, he needs assistance from staff to administer meds around 7am, 9am, 5pm, and 7pm. He is also authorized 3 hours per month of 1:2 support for outings. He works Monday through Friday from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm and has weekends off. He values his privacy and independence, prefers minimal staff presence at home, and would benefit from a provider who can help him gradually learn about his medications to eventually self-administer, while assisting with apartment upkeep and appointment coordination. If interested in providing services, send an email with PERSON # to providerprofilesearch@rnewhope.org or call 419-774-4200.
(3/25/26) A woman in her 20s is seeking a reliable and supportive provider for up to 10 hours per week to assist with HPC services, including transportation to appointments, errands, shopping, and participation in social and leisure activities, as well as help with housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation. She would benefit most from someone who promotes her safety while being positive, respectful, and treating her with dignity. She values having input in her medical care, takes pride in her appearance, and appreciates trustworthy individuals who follow through on plans. She is an excellent communicator, expresses herself clearly, and is known for being loyal. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and baking, listening to music, and watching movies. 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.
(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.
(2/12/26) 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.
(2/5/26) 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