WHO WE ARE
Clearwater Council of Governments
Innovate. Create. Lead.
The Clearwater COG provides progressive and innovative services to County Boards, Providers, and to people with Developmental Disabilities and their families in Ohio. The Clearwater COG is a government entity organized in 1996 in accordance with chapter 167 of the Ohio Revised Code, representing nine (9) County Boards of Developmental Disabilities.
Who We Are
Guiding Principles & Core Values
Inclusive
We embrace diversity, ensuring everyone has a voice and a place in the community.
Innovative
We seek creative solutions to enhance the lives of those we serve.
Collaborative
We leverage the collective wisdom and diverse thinking of our team and others.
Respectful
We honor the dignity, choices, and perspectives of all individuals.
Integrity
We act with honesty, transparency, and accountability.
Impactful
We focus on making a positive, meaningful difference.
Knowledgeable
We commit to learning and applying best practices.
Excellence
We strive for the highest standards in all we do.
Inclusive
We embrace diversity, ensuring everyone has a voice and a place in the community.
Innovative
We seek creative solutions to enhance the lives of those we serve.
Collaborative
We leverage the collective wisdom and diverse thinking of our team and others.
Respectful
We honor the dignity, choices, and perspectives of all individuals.
Integrity
We act with honesty, transparency, and accountability.
Impactful
We focus on making a positive, meaningful difference.
Knowledgeable
We commit to learning and applying best practices.
Excellence
We strive for the highest standards in all we do.
Who We Are
Meet Our Team
Sara Lawson
Executive Director
Amy Lash
Director of Fiscal Operations
Stephanie Shank
Director of Program Operations
Beth Schanke
Director of Human Resources
Stephanie Bondra
Director of Early Childhood Services
Kristy Schweingruber
Manager of Program Operations
Kristine Clouse
Lead QA RN
Nicole Powell
Manager Investigative Services
Ashley Auger
Provider Relations Specialist
Rachael Benson
Provider Relations Specialist
Tristen Cain
SSA
Kathy Cochran
Early Childhood Specialist/PLAY Project Consultant
Sarah Davis
SSA
Kellee Downard
SSA
Kelly Hufford
Special Olympics Coordinator
for Crawford and Morrow Counties
for Crawford and Morrow Counties
Sydney Holke
Fiscal & Benefits Services Specialist
Laurie Kimura
SSA
Jolene Knickel
Nurse Training Coordinator
Mya Lenke
Individual Resource Coordinator
Tanai Lyles
Training and Development
Coordinator
Coordinator
Yessi Miller
SSA
Donna Palazzo
Services
Specialist
Specialist
Colleen Shaw
Investigative Agent
Karen Shaw
Fiscal/HR Assistant
Tracey Schalk
SSA Assessor
Renee Shelby
Quality Assurance Registered Nurse Coordinator
Gina Stewart
Public Relations and
Recruitment Specialist
Recruitment Specialist
Andy Swaisgood
Service Excellence and Training Specialist
Savanah Stuart
MUI
Specialist
Specialist
Paula Washek
Benefits and Support
Specialist
Specialist
Carol Tudor
SSA
Assessor
Assessor
Chris Villarreal
Investigative
Agent
Agent
Paula Washek
Benefits and Support
Specialist
Specialist
Sandy Widmer
Administrative
Assistant
Assistant
Tabitha Wilkens
PLAY Project Consultant/Developmental Specialist
Who We Are
Our Member Counties
