1. Hearing scheduled on the Board’s 2022 Action Plan
The Lucas County Board of Development Disabilities will present a public hearing on its draft 2022 Action Plan as part of Superintendent Lori Mariucci’s scheduled Family & Advocate Forum on Tuesday, Nov. 9, at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Read the draft plan here, and join us Tuesday here. The passcode is 846174.
2. Board posts 2022 operating calendar
The Board has finalized and approved its 2022 operating calendar. View it here.
3. Lutheran Social Services announces food pantry hours
Lutheran Social Services of Northwestern Ohio (LSSNWO) has announced its Toledo Emergency Choice Food Pantry hours for November.
The dates for distribution are Nov. 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 and 30 from 10 a.m. to noon as well as Nov. 24 from 4 to 6 p.m. In observation of Thanksgiving, pantry will be closed Nov. 25-26.
All visitors to the food pantry must preregister by calling 419-283-9178 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in November. To receive food, visitors will need a photo ID, proof of Toledo residence, and a social security or Medicaid number.
The Toledo Emergency Choice Food Pantry is located in the LSSNWO offices at 2149 Collingwood Blvd. in Toledo. This is not a drive-through pantry. You will need to enter the building; therefore, masks are required.
Further information can be found on the LSSNWO website.
4. November is National Family Caregivers Month
Since 1994, National Family Caregivers Month has recognized the efforts of family caregivers, raised awareness of their issues, educated them about self-identification and increased the support they receive. The theme for 2021 is #CaregiverAnd, which encourages family caregivers to share other passions and activities that enrich their lives. We’re happy to join the Caregiver Action Network as it recognizes family caregivers across America.
5. Coffee, Tea and Autism set for Mondays in November
The Autism Society of Northwest Ohio invites you to a virtual chat every Monday in November at 7 p.m. Coffee, Tea and Autism is designed as a resource for people feeling overwhelmed, alone or confused about what to do next. If you seek others who understand your situation, join Coffee, Tea and Autism every Monday to chat.
Coffee, Tea and Autism can be joined via Zoom here.
6. November’s ‘Aging Gracefully’ now available
The latest edition of “Aging Gracefully” is now available. This issue covers seasonal affective disorder, the future of TARTA, upcoming webinars and training opportunities, and more. Read the entire issue here.
7. OSDA plans Wednesday Advocacy meetings
The Ohio Self Determination Association partners with We Thrive Together to hold Wednesday Advocacy meetings every week at 11 a.m.
This week, the groups will show the Virtual Connectivity presentation from the Synergy Conference and discuss ways to maintain and increase virtual connections.
If you would like to present on Advocacy Wednesday, please contact Dana Charlton at osda2011@gmail.com or 614-563-0788.
Join these weekly meetings via Zoom here.
8. Salute to meet Nov. 10
Salute will hold its next meeting Nov. 10, 2021, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the training room of the Lucas County Board of Development Disabilities’ Larc Lane Building. (Use door O.) During this meeting, Salute will finalize the election of officers and begin to plan for 2022.
You’re welcome to bring another staff member of support person, but please note that we’ve placed a limit on the number of people who can attend in person.
If you do attend in person, you must wear a mask (when not eating or drinking) and maintain social distancing practices. Temperatures will be taken on arrival; those with high temperatures will not be allowed to enter the training room. If you don’t feel well that day, please stay home!
Doors open at 5 p.m. and light snacks will be provided. To RSVP, please contact Deetra Mitchell at dmitchell@lucasdd.org or 419-380-5141.
9. The Ability Center needs puppy raisers!
The Ability Center needs puppy raisers to help potential assistance dogs with basic manners and obedience training.
This role requires a lot of time and extra effort because puppies have a variety of needs along with a lot of energy to learn and explore. Puppy raisers provide safe homes for puppies for 10 weeks. This position requires new handler training classes, class observation, puppy orientation classes and a home evaluation/visit. Puppy raisers attend weekly classes and outings with their puppies, too.
For more information, please contact The Ability Center at volunteers@abilitycenter.org. Ready to sign up? Complete the volunteer form here.