The Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities distributes a number of newsletters from its various partners and departments. Use the filtering options below to browse a publication archive dating back to 2020.
Friday Update
Ohio's DD system is supported by thousands of professionals who ensure Ohioans with disabilities and their families receive the supports they need daily. Meeting those needs requires skilled professionals who provide indirect and direct support...
Last week, Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 110, the state’s operating budget for fiscal years 2022 and 2023. This bill includes funding for the next two years for initiatives that build on historic investments in the previous budget...
Late last week, Governor Mike DeWine signed the final version of HB 110, Ohio's proposed two-year budget, into law. The final bill, which sets statewide spending for fiscal years 2022 and 2023, maintains all the county board policy priorities pursued by the OACB advocacy team throughout the budget process...
Our staff, for the most part, are still working remotely, but we are planning to ease our way into greater use of our facilities and more face-to-face meetings. We are still wearing masks and continuing social distancing...
Social Wellness means nurturing yourself and your relationships. To have a network of friends, family and other people that can provide social support. Social support helps to enhance the quality of life and positive self-image. Social support can come in different forms from emotional to physical support (lawn care or housekeeping).
· Upcoming free webinars about strategies for supporting those with DD who also have dementia or are at risk, offered by the Developmental Disabilities Nurses Association (DDNA) and the Greater Michigan Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association · Information about Aducanumab – new drug approved by the FDA which may slow Alzheimer’s-related decline · Ultra-violet ray and sun safety · Health and Welfare Alert on Summer Safety from the Department of DD
Beth Myers could not hold back the excitement when she learned on her birthday she was selected to compete next year in the Special Olympics USA Games in Orlando. Beth has been competing in Special Olympics for 20 years...
At her most recent Family and Advocate Forum, Superintendent Lori Mariucci indicated that during the pandemic the Lucas County Board of DD will continue operations with an emphasis on caution. She said that the health and safety of the individuals served, their families and staff will continue to be paramount; therefore, the coronavirus safety protocols are continuing...
Lucas County Special Olympics has teamed up with the City of Toledo to offer a unified softball league this summer. You do not have to be a softball star to play, but do recommend you know the game and have played at least a little at some point...
The average temperature in June for NW Ohio ranges from 75°F- 82°F daytime with 64°F at night. June 21, 2021 is the first day of summer and the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.
· History, timeline, and purpose of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (June 15). · MedicineNet.com article summarizing studies about how effects and progress of Alzheimer’s may differ for male and female patients · “Emotional Self-Care for the Helping Professions” recorded webinar · Changes to Ongoing Resources section: o Updates to Virtual Activities section – includes Area Office on Aging and We Thrive Together activities o Emphasizes WTT 60+ events · Footer updated to add new member.
The Lucas County Board of DD will again hold its monthly meeting virtually, May 24 at 6:00. The Zoom link will be posted in the Calendar on the Board of DD website...
Ability and Beyond is the name of a new podcast created by Conor Smenner. This weekly podcast will look beyond disability by providing personal experience, community supports, and social engagement for individuals with developmental disabilities to help them better understand and navigate their daily lives...
At its Annual Meeting, the Board presented five Community Partner Awards to recognize organizations and businesses who made extremely valuable contributions in the past year in efforts to help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their full potential...
May offers Hope, Happiness and the season for New Beginnings. Fresh flowers begin to bloom, animals awaken and the earth seems to come alive. There are many reasons to love Springtime.
· Opportunity to provide feedback to the Ability Center on what barriers exist for people with disabilities: survey link and opportunities to meet with the Ability Center advocates · Dementia Friends trainings coming up May 11 and May 19, plus a little about Dementia Friends · May is Trauma Awareness Month; more about the Lucas County Trauma-Informed Care Coalition
Jordan has been involved in advocacy efforts for several years as a member of Lucas County’s Self-Advocacy group, SALUTE and Lucas County Special Olympics’ athlete leadership program, the Lightning Leaders...
This year the Board’s Annual Meeting will be streamed live on Facebook on April 26 at 6:00 p.m. The keynote speaker this year will be Ms. Barbara Sapharas, an Independent Consultant working with the Nisonger Center to share information about Charting the LifeCourse...
