Report Abuse & Neglect
Issues of abuse and neglect can be reported to the Paulding County Board Of Developmental Disabilities by staff, individuals with disabilities, families, providers or the general public.
Who Is To Report
MUIs may be reported to PCBDD by staff, individuals with disabilities, families, providers or the general public.
All providers who are contracted, certified, or licensed to serve persons with developmental disabilities are required to report MUIs, as well as all Paulding DD staff. MUIs should be reported immediately, but no later than four hours after becoming aware of the incident.
How To Report
During normal business hours, call the PCBDD at 419-399-4800 and ask to speak to an SSA.
Fax an MUI Report: 419-399-4820
After Hours Reporting: 1-800-468-4357
❖ Your call will go to Family Service of Northwest Ohio (Answering Service)
❖ Explain your emergency and give contact information
❖ The answering service will contact the SSA on call
❖ An SSA will return your phone call
If you have been unable to reach the PCBDD, or need further assistance you may call the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities 24 hour hotline: 1-866-313-6733.