Episodes

Friday Jun 27, 2025
Friday Jun 27, 2025
In this episode, we sit down with Kylee Messer, Nick Hunter, and Ben Seaford—three participants in the RISE program at RTC. RISE is designed to help young adults navigate the transition from school to adulthood, with a focus on career exploration, life skills, social development, and personal growth.
Kylee, Nick, and Ben share what RISE means to them, talk about their favorite activities, and reflect on the goals they’ve set for themselves. From comparing grocery prices to building confidence and friendships, they highlight how RISE is helping them take meaningful steps toward independence.
Whether you’re curious about the impact of the RISE program or just love hearing stories of growth and determination, this episode will leave you inspired!
Topics Covered:
What makes the RISE program unique
Favorite hands-on learning experiences
Personal goals and growth in the program
How RTC supports individuals on their own journeys
Learn more about RISE and other RTC programs:
www.rtcservices.org
www.facebook.com/rtcserves
www.instagram.com/rtcserves

Friday Jun 13, 2025
Friday Jun 13, 2025
🎙 Show Notes: Dreams, Grit, and Goals, Meet Orion Reames
We all have dreams—but what does it take to chase them? In this episode, we introduce you to Orion Reames, a member of RTC’s RISE program and a budding young rock star.
Orion shares his passion for music, how he got started, and the big goals he’s set for himself. From his first notes to performing with confidence, Orion’s journey is one of dedication, hard work, and inspiration.
✨ Tune in for a story that reminds us all: with grit and heart, dreams can take center stage.
Here's the link to Orion's page:
https://deathskulls.bandcamp.com/music
Here's the link to RTC's brand new web page:
https://rtcservices.org/

Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
This week on the RTC Podcast, we sit down with Christy McGill to talk about Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) and how it plays a vital role in creating a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for both staff and clients.
Christy walks us through the core principles of CPI, why it matters in the developmental disabilities field, and how this training empowers staff to de-escalate challenging situations with confidence and compassion. From understanding behavior to building trust, this episode is packed with insight on how prevention-focused strategies help everyone thrive.
In this episode:
What CPI training really involves
How it supports staff in their daily work
Why it matters for client dignity and success
Tune in to learn how CPI isn’t just about crisis response, it’s about building a culture of care.
www.rtcservices.org
https://www.facebook.com/rtcserves

Monday Aug 12, 2024
Monday Aug 12, 2024
Listen in as we talk to Nick and Angie about their daughter and how RTC Services has benefited their family. They discuss Allie's diagnosis, her overcoming, and their journey as a family.
Learn more about Cri du chat and the organization Nick discusses 5-P Society here:
https://rarediseases.org/organizations/5p-society/
Learn more about RTC here:
https://www.rtcservices.org/
Our socials:
https://www.facebook.com/rtcserves/
https://www.instagram.com/rtcserves

Wednesday Jun 05, 2024
Wednesday Jun 05, 2024
Do you want a job, or do you want to make a difference? At RTC you can have both! Check out this great summer opportunity.
www.rtcservices.org

Friday Apr 19, 2024
Friday Apr 19, 2024
Join Jason Moyer and I as we discuss the importance of SSA's to our DD population. Listen in as he talks about the advantages of living in Logan County for our DD friends and the value of small communities looking out for each other.
LCBDD web page - https://www.logancbdd.org/
Jason Moyer email - jmoyer@logancbdd.org
Logan County Board of DD Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/logancbdd
RTC web page - https://www.rtcservices.org/
RTC Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rtcserves

Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Today, we welcome Brian Zak, HR Director, to the podcast. Brian brings a unique perspective of coming from the board to employment. Listen in as we discuss why he came to RTC, what brings him joy, and job information.
bzak@rtcindustries.org
https://www.rtcservices.org/
https://www.facebook.com/rtcserves
https://www.instagram.com/rtcserves

Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
We have a treat for you today, two interviews! Russ Foust talks about the nuts and bolts of RTC Transit and its roots, and Dave Bezusko discusses the value of RTC for our community.
https://www.uwlogan.org/
https://www.rtcservices.org/

Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
We are blessed to have Scott Marks from OPRA on our podcast today. Ohio Provider Resource Association, OPRA, advocates on behalf of providers supporting individuals with developmental disabilities striving to achieve a life of independence, productivity, and integration.
Scott shares some successes and challenges the industry faces, and some important information on funding.
You can find more information about OPRA here:
https://www.opra.org/aws/OPRA/pt/sp/home_page

Monday Dec 04, 2023
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Listen in to hear Kylee's story. You can reach Kylee:
kpurtee@rtcindustries.org
937-651-6304

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