Open Door Columbus

Bug bungalows, blooming roses, comic books, Disney, and a little bit of history? Sounds like the perfect adventure crew to us!

Jenny, Andre, Doris, and Angela spent the day exploring the Laughing Ogre comic book store, diving into books, and then headed to the Park of Roses to enjoy the beautiful flowers and hunt for bug bungalows hidden throughout the park.

Jerry, Peter, Joshua, and Jeremy enjoyed cooling off at the spray park, walking along the exercise path, socializing, and sharing lots of laughs — especially while posing with the giant rabbit statues nearby.

After all the fun, everyone headed to McDonald’s for lunch together.

Some days are made better with laughter, good company, and a little extra cat lovin’.

From cuddles to smiles and everything in between, moments like these remind us how meaningful connection can be — even the furry kind.

July is Developmental Disability Pride Month — a time to celebrate individuality, self-expression, inclusion, and the meaningful contributions people with developmental disabilities bring to our communities every single day.

Disability is not something to hide. It is part of the diversity that makes our world stronger, more compassionate, and more connected.

This month and every month, we celebrate the importance of belonging, advocacy, visibility, and creating communities where everyone is valued for exactly who they are.