Board special recognition for December 2022
At its monthly meeting on Dec. 19, 2022, the Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities recognized Carlis Coleman, Children's Department Clerk, as the December 2022 Staff Person of the Month. Read about Carlis’ contributions to the Board and those we serve here.
LCBDD seeks to fill vacancy on Board of Directors
The Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to fill a vacancy on its Board of Directors. Applicants shall be residents of Lucas County, citizens of the United States, interested and knowledgeable in the field of intellectual disabilities and other allied fields, and, to the maximum extent possible, have professional training and experience in business management, finance, law, health care practice, personnel administration, or government service. Interested applicants will need to complete an Application for Public Volunteer found here and attach a resume. Please submit materials to Benjamin Pushka, Board of Lucas County Commissioners, One Government Center, Suite 800, Toledo, OH, 43604, by January 4, 2023.
Board promotes Aemisegger to SSA Director
The Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities has promoted Kristin Aemisegger to be its next Director of Service and Support Administration. Ms. Aemisegger has been at the Board for 12 years, starting as an SSA in 2010 before working her way up to SSA Coordinator and, most recently, SSA Assistant Director. Current SSA Director Julie O'Hair will be retiring at the end of 2022 after 34 years of service to the Board and individuals served. Ms. Aemisegger will assume her Directorship duties on Jan. 3, 2023. Read more here.
LCBDD holiday hours and emergency phone line
During the holiday period (12/24/2022-1/2/2023), the Board is still here to support you. For emergency assistance, please contact the On-Call Service & Support Specialist at (419) 380-5100.
Happy Holidays from the Board!
You are a true inspiration to our organization, and we appreciate you. From all of us at the Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities, we wish you happy holidays and a new year filled with abundance in helping you and yours reach your full potential.
Virtual Parent Advocacy Training series starts Jan. 10
This live virtual training program is designed for parent and professional teams to learn alongside one another and focus on skills that strengthen parents’ ability to advocate for their children in a variety of settings. Participants will enhance their leadership skills and be ready to take on new higher-level roles in the community. Presented by Dr. Mary Murray and Mrs. Lydia Robinson, this free series begins January 10 with an overview of the model and a kickoff of the program, to include discussion about respect and communication. Parent and caregiver participants will receive a $75 gift card upon completion. Participation is limited! Register now with Tammy McKittrick at tamara_mckittrick@mercy.com or 419-251-2469.
2023 LCBDD Winter Pool League starts Jan. 12
The winter session for the 2023 LCBDD Pool League is from January 12 – March 23, 2023. All league nights are Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at Miss Cue South on Reynolds Rd. The cost per week is $7.00; be sure to bring extra for snacks/drinks. If you are required to have staff supervision, staff must be on site. The last scheduled night of each session is a party including awards and is at no cost to participants. For more information, contact Joel Alexander at 419-380-5461 or Sara Fulton at 419-380-5170.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day closure on Jan. 16
The Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities will be closed Jan. 16, 2023, in observance of Martin Luther King Day. On-call staff are available 24/7 on our Emergency/After Hours line at 419-380-5100.
DODD Category ONE Certification Course Delegated Nursing
The Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities is proud to offer a DODD Category ONE Certification Course Delegated Nursing free of charge to area Providers and their Direct Care staff. The 2-day trainings will be at our Larc Lane Training Center. To achieve certification, you must attend both days of the 2-day trainings. Click here to sign up. Questions? Reach out to Board Nursing Supervisor Amy Annarino at aannarino@lucasdd.org.
Lucas County Board January meeting on Jan. 23
The Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities will hold its monthly Board meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Jan. 23 at its Larc Lane Training Center, 1155 Larc Lane (Entrance O) in Toledo. This public meeting is in-person only, and the public is welcome to attend.
2023 Night to Shine registration now open
Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom-like experience for people with special needs ages 14 and over. This event affords guests with a beautiful evening full of fun and excitement, for free! The night includes hair and makeup stations, fancy shoeshines, corsages and boutonnieres, dancing to a live band and a delicious sit-down dinner. Please plan to join us for Night to Shine at Terra State Community College on February 10, 2023. Register to attend or volunteer here.