Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities (WCBDD) is excited to share its newly appointed board member, Virginia Nuzum.

Virginia is an active member of the Bowling Green community. Not only is she employed at two agencies within Wood County, but she also currently participates in several Wood County Special Olympics sports and participates in many of the recreation events offered by WCBDD. When not working, Virginia may be found utilizing her green thumb at the various greenhouse and gardening programs at the WCBDD greenhouse.

Nuzum has previously participated as an active member of the advocacy groups at WCBDD, Aktion Club and People First. These groups are specifically dedicated to guiding individuals served to use their voice and partake in community service projects.

The direct quote Virginia used when asked what she was most anticipating as a newly appointed board member confirms her shared values of the mission, vision, and values of WCBDD.  “Helping others.”



It is evident that her concerns and passion to advocate for the possible services and programs for individuals served in Wood County are equivalent to that of WCBDD.

Brent Baer, WCBDD Superintendent, shares his excitement on the appointment of Virginia. “The Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities is looking forward to working with Virginia Nuzum in her role as a board member. WCBDD will benefit greatly from her wisdom of lived experience in implementing our strategic initiatives to meet the needs of those we serve. Virginia has been an active member in local advocacy and will continue to expand her leadership skills and experience as a board member in January of 2025.”

For more information or to learn more, you may call 419-352-5115 or email cbotjer@woodcountydd.org.