


Partners In Community (PIC) is a private not-for-profit social services agency, that provides community supports for persons living with a disability. We are an agency that believes in person centered supports and self-determination. We stand by our philosophy that as a community member, an individual has the right to live in the home of their choice and to live with the people they wish to live with. An individual has the right to pursue a vocational occupation of their choice and be provided with the supports of their choice. Each individual has the right to determine how and in what manner his or her life should unfold. Part of PIC's mission is to ensure that each individual who is supported is allowed to thrive in the least restrictive environment that assures his/her health and safety.

PIC offers variety of supports for over 70 adults and/or children in their residence and/or within the community. The community supports range from Homemaker Personal Care supports, volunteering, community based, and representative payee services. We offer unique supports as requested by the individuals and the individuals' support teams to facilitate the person centered planning process and implementation of those person centered outcomes.
PIC provides supports for individuals living with their family and/or living on their own throughout five counties (Erie, Huron, Ottawa, Sandusky, and Delaware) in the state of Ohio. Each individual has different needs and/or aspirations that may require varying hours of supports. PIC's dedicated team members support the individuals' interests from daily living skills to their recreational and social interests.

Partners In Community's Adult Day Services were introduced to Erie County in July 2008. The Adult Day Services are structured for retired adults looking for a social group of peers that enjoy leisure activities. The age of the adults that attend the program range between 28 - 82 and the individuals join the program between 1-5 days of the week depending on the allowance of their personal schedule.
The Adult Day Services provides the following opportunities: Optional Non-Vocational Day Support Service for adults living with or without disabilities; Ability to socialize in a relaxed atmosphere of peers; Supports self-advocacy* and community membership; And offers schedule flexibility for person specific interests We offer transportation to and from the program as well as to the various destinations that are scheduled on a monthly basis.
Executive DIrector
Velda has been with Partners In Community since 1994. Her background is in Psychology and Behavior Management.
Co-Director; Program Coordinator
Eric has been with Partners In Community since 2004. He has a background in Business Administration and Behavior Management.
Co-Director; Quality Management & Development Coordinator
Hallie has been with Partners In Community from 2001-2004 and returned to the agency in 2008. She has a background in Technology and Psychology.
Catherine Schaffer, Representative Payee
Amy McClure, Human Resources
Jill Mitchell, Quality Assurance Manager
Diane Shinski, Erie County
Tina Snyder, Huron County
Barbara Holloway, Delaware County
Bret Rowe, Cynthia Ferguson, Jon Mills, Cathy Miller - Sandusky
Amber Neely, Jamie Burmeister - Norwalk
Andrea Pesnell - Ottawa
Mueen Haddad - Delaware

At Partners In Community, Inc., our vision is a community where everyone has access to the resources and support they need to thrive. We work towards this goal every day, by providing vital services and advocating for policies that promote equity and justice.

Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who are passionate about our mission. We come from diverse backgrounds and bring a wide range of skills and expertise to our work. Together, we are committed to making a difference in our community.

Since our founding in 1991, Partners In Community, Inc. has helped hundreds of individuals and families in our community. We are proud of the impact we have made but there is still much work to be done, and we are committed to continuing our efforts.
If you're interested in one of our open positions, start by applying here and/or attaching your resume.
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