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.
Aging Gracefully
A worldwide expert in Developmental Disabilities and Dementia will present the training "Basics of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Dementia" as part of the "dementia capable communities" grant in which LCBDD is a partner.
Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities is asking for all individuals they serve who meet the 1B criteria to be placed on the scheduling notification list. You may do this by contacting your Service and Support Specialist (SSA)...
We have an opportunity that may speed up you receiving the potentially life-saving COVID-19 vaccine. We encourage you to get on the stand-by list for vaccinations being given at the Northwest Ohio Developmental Center, NODC...
Now is the time to preregister to obtain the COVID-19 vaccine. You will want to check if your provider has already done this. Individuals with developmental disabilities are eligible for a vaccination in Phase 1...
This year the Aging Gracefully newsletter will spotlight different resources, education, and information each month to assist you in supporting those with developmental disabilities. We will continue our focus on aging and persons who are diagnosed with or at risk of developing dementia.
Governor DeWine is sharing information about vaccine distribution in Ohio. Initially, there will be a limited number of vaccines available, and Ohio is committed to making it widely available for those who want to receive it as quickly as possible as shipments arrive...
Lucas County Commissioners have reappointed Linnie Willis to another four-year term on the Lucas County Board of DD. Ms. Willis has been serving as the Board’s Recording Secretary...
· Hunger and food insecurity. How they’re affected by the pandemic. List of local food banks. Information about Medicaid Managed Care Plan coverage of transportation to food banks · Information about Senior Committee and call for newsletter feedback.
Lucas County Special Olympics picked up a sizeable and very much appreciated donation from the American Junior Golf Association. The funds were raised in a recent tournament sponsored by Dana...
A public hearing will be held at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 10th, on the Board’s proposed Action Plan for 2021. Families, persons served, providers and advocates are encouraged to participate...
As part of Superintendent Lori Mariucci's scheduled Family & Advocate Forum on Tuesday, November 10, there will be a public hearing on the Board's 2021 draft Action Plan...
The Board's prestigious Josina Lott Award has been presented to four staff members who consistently reflect the spirit and commitment of Josina Lott...
“Increasing Access and Opportunity” is the 2020 theme for Disability Employment Awareness Month. The annual recognition reminds employers of the importance of inclusive hiring practices...
OOD, Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities, has a podcast featuring interviews with "unique individuals" who have found employment through this State of Ohio department...
The Lucas County Board of DD has endorsed Issue 17, a new property tax for Metroparks Toledo, and Issue 18, a renewal levy for Lucas County Children Services. Both issues will appear on the November 3rd ballot...
