Resident Home Association

08/25/2026

Questions about Ohio IDD services? You're not alone.

Our latest blog breaks down eligibility requirements, the OEDI assessment, and the steps to apply for services through your County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

Read More: https://www.rhadayton.com/blog/understanding-ohio-idd-services-who-qualifies-amp-how-to-get-started

08/20/2026

Thank you Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce for recognizing our milestone anniversary!

🎉 Join us in congratulating Resident Home Association on a Member Milestone! 🏅

Resident Home Association (RHA) is a Dayton based nonprofit that provides residential and community-based support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them live safe, independent, and fulfilling lives.

👏 Congratulations on 60 years in business! 🎊

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08/18/2026

Behind every success story is a dedicated DSP. Discover the vital role Direct Support Professionals play and why greater recognition for their work matters.

🔗- https://www.rhadayton.com/blog/direct-support-professionals-dsp-the-heart-of-disability-services

08/17/2026

We are excited to celebrate National Non-Profit Day on August 17th! As a non-profit, we see firsthand the power of service, generosity, and community collaboration. Thank you to everyone who supports our mission and helps support the lives of those we support.

08/06/2026

Medicaid is more than a budget line item. It's the foundation that helps thousands of Ohioans with developmental disabilities live with dignity, purpose, and opportunity. Sustainable funding supports qualified caregivers, safe homes, and the services families rely on every day.
Learn why investing in Ohio's developmental disability system strengthens our communities and changes lives.
🔗 - https://www.rhadayton.com/blog/ohio-must-protect-quality-services-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-by-investing-in-medicaid

07/28/2026

Graduation is a major milestone and the transition to adulthood can feel overwhelming for families of young adults with developmental disabilities.

Our latest blog breaks down Ohio’s key programs, supports, and first steps to help you plan with confidence.

Read more: https://www.rhadayton.com/blog/developmental-disabilities-services-after-high-school-graduation

07/22/2026

We are incredibly honored to receive the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce Milestone Award in celebration of RHA's 60th Anniversary!
A special thank you to Missy Walters, Director of Communications and External Affairs for the Montgomery County Treasurer's Office, for presenting the award on behalf of the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce to RHA Executive Director Keith Poynter and Chief Financial Officer Rhonda Rich.
This recognition celebrates six decades of service, partnership, and commitment to making a difference in our community. We are deeply grateful to our employees, residents, partners, and supporters who have been part of our journey. Here's to continuing our mission and building an even brighter future together!

07/21/2026

In our latest blog, we explore what quality support truly means for individuals with developmental disabilities and why sustainable Medicaid funding is essential to making it possible.

At RHA, we see firsthand how dedicated staff and person-centered services help individuals live meaningful, independent lives.

Read more here: https://www.rhadayton.com/blog/quality-supports-congregate-settings-medicaid-funding

07/17/2026

The rumors are true! 👀

Our new website is live with a modern new design. Making it easier than ever for you to stay connected with our mission.

Check it out today: www.rhadayton.com

07/10/2026

Resident Home Association (RHA), in partnership with Liberty High School and YouthBuild Dayton, is proud to spotlight its Direct Support Professional (DSP) Internship Program, a workforce development initiative designed to prepare the next generation of compassionate, skilled professionals in the field of developmental services.

A key leader in this collaboration is Joel Carson, RHA’s Staff Development and Training Coordinator, who serves as the program’s instructor. Joel brings both expertise and a deep commitment to workforce development, helping students bridge the gap between classroom learning and meaningful employment.

Over the past year, the DSP Internship Program has earned recognition for its impact and success.
The program has been honored for:
-Strengthening community–school partnerships
-Creating pathways to high-demand, purpose-driven careers
-Advancing innovative workforce development in the Dayton region

These awards underscore RHA’s commitment to investing in the future workforce. This work also reflects a growing collaboration at the state level, through Lighthouse Cove, helping to advance innovative workforce development strategies and strengthen talent pathways across Ohio.

Montgomery County Board of Developmental Disabilities, Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, Dayton, Ohio - City Government, Mayor Shenise Turner-Sloss, Lighthouse Cove, YouthBuild Dayton, Liberty High School,