National Direct Support Professional (DSP) Recognition Week is approaching, and we’re honored to celebrate the...
Behind the Heart of Open Door: Stories of Care, Connection, and Purpose
At Open Door, every role—whether behind the scenes or on the front lines—plays a vital part in creating a community...
Spring 2026 Newsletter
At Open Door, the heart of our work is the people who make it all possible. Behind every moment of connection, every...
Where Care Meets Joy: Celebrating Our Recreational Therapy Team
This month, we celebrate our recreational therapists and the powerful role they play in the lives of individuals with...
Fostering Meaningful Engagement: How to Build Purposeful Roles in Everyday Life
We all need activities and roles that reflect who we are. Meaningful engagement happens when what we do each day...
New Ideas, Shared Purpose: Leadership Reflections from ANCOR Connect ’25
Our leadership team recently returned from the ANCOR Connect ’25 Oceans of Opportunity conference in San Diego, and...
Creative Connections: Recent Moments from Open Door Art Studio
So much happens at Open Door Art Studio & Gallery—on our walls, in our community, and through the bold creative...
Scenes We Shared: Building Community Through Performance
Open Door Stage & Screen has had an incredible start to the year, filled with meaningful moments both on and off...
Open Door Feature on Spectrum News 1
Thank you to Cassidy Wilson from Spectrum News 1 for highlighting our mission and the pivotal role that Open Door Art...
The Mirolo Sensory Park: Building a More Inclusive Future
The Mirolo Sensory Park at Open Door Columbus marks a significant milestone in the journey toward more inclusive,...
Fall Fun and Festivities at Open Door
This Fall, Open Door had an exciting lineup of events that brought our community together, celebrated the season, and...
Open Door Stage & Screen’s “A Christmas Carol”: A New Take on a Timeless Classic
This holiday season, Open Door Stage & Screen welcomed audiences into a captivating, immersive experience with...
Shining a Light on Talent: Artist Spotlights at Open Door Art Studio
From Artist to Teacher through Mentorship At Open Door Art Studio (ODAS), the journey of learning never stops, and for...
Celebrating Self-Advocacy: My Life My Story – A Storytelling Workshop Series in Morrow County
In August, Matt Beaver and Susann Rhodes from Open Door Supported Community Living (SCL) and Advocacy Committee took...
A Memorable Day at the 2024 OADSP Recognition Event
On September 11, 2024, Open Door staff had the privilege of attending the Ohio Alliance of Direct Support...
2024 DSP Appreciation Post: Honoring Our Incredible Team
National Direct Support Professional (DSP) Week is approaching fast, and we’re thrilled to take this moment to extend...
Behind the Scenes: DODD DSP Video Filming Day
We’re excited to share that the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) has produced a special video...
Empowering Success: Tonia Boyuk’s Tips for Individuals with Disabilities on Navigating the Workforce
Hello, I am Tonia Boyuk. I am here to give tips to people with disabilities that go into the work force, to better...
Open Door Art Studio: 2024 Exhibition Season, Workshops, Special Guests, and Volunteer Highlights
At Open Door Art Studio, 2024 has already been a year filled with artistic exploration, engaging workshops, special...
Open Door Advocacy Group: Empowering Change and Promoting Inclusivity
At Open Door Columbus, the Advocacy Group plays a vital role in steering our organization toward meaningful growth and...






















