Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities

A career with Lucas DD is a rewarding one that goes beyond the competitive pay and?outstanding benefits package. We are currently looking for an Investigative Agent, Early Intervention Development Specialist, Service & Support Specialist, Community Connections Trainer, Organizational Culture & Inclusion Manager, and a Speech and Language Pathologist. Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/g5xgwNbx.

Thanks to the municipalities in Lucas County that have issued proclamations recognizing March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Among them, City Of Sylvania Mayor (and former Lucas DD Board Member) Mark Frye, with Assistant Superintendent Amy Priest (in green on St. Patrick's Day); Swanton Mayor Neil Toeppe, with Superintendent Michele Myerholtz; and Oregon Mayor Michael Seferian, with Community Outreach & Communications Manager Nabil Shaheen.

We recently unveiled our new mobile restroom, which is fully accessible and includes an adult size changing table. Look for the trailer at many future Board events. This trailer is also available for organizations in Lucas County to rent (free of charge!) for their own events. Interested? Email [email protected] or call 419-381-5213. #DDAM2025 #DevelopmentalDisabilitiesAwarenessMonth #InclusionMatters https://lnkd.in/gSJMGbia

Thanks to AGS' Julia Hage for helping us with our #DevelopmentalDisabilitiesAwarenessMonth programs. Board staff and community partners are reading to students throughout the month of March. This troop of Girl Scouts of Western Ohio earned their disability awareness badges after thoughtful conversations and a reading of "Everyone Belongs."

Today at our Rotary meeting, we heard the INSPIRING story of how Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities started. And we heard about the impactful work they are still doing every day in our community. You can hear this story and more from today's Rotary meeting by watching the full video on our YouTube channel.

What a perfect time to announce this during #DevelopmentalDisabilitiesAwarenessMonth! Congratulations and thank *you* Imagination Station for your commitment to a fully inclusive and accessible facility! Learn more about our Adult Changing Table Grants of up to $20,000 available to any Lucas County business at?https://lnkd.in/gmq_6E3Z

"She wanted to come and see our game. She unfortunately didn't make it to see it. So, wearing these shirts, we get to bring her to our games and we get to win it for her." Thomas Laube, Special Olympics Ohio-Lucas County basketball player. Thanks to WTVG-TV and Alexandria Manthey for telling this touching story, and good luck to our Lightning, competing this weekend at the Special Olympics Ohio state championships on the campus of The Ohio State University! #jessicastrong #relationshipsoverrewards https://lnkd.in/g8KheUNw

Statement from Lucas DD Superintendent Michele Myerholtz: In times of tragedy, like the unimaginable loss witnessed earlier this week in Washington, DC, we should uplift one another rather than cast blame based on assumptions and misconceptions. Unfortunately, there are still narratives that question the abilities of individuals with developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, or physical challenges. These individuals, like everyone else, bring talent, skill, and dedication to their work. They are valuable members of our workforce and society. People with developmental disabilities contribute meaningfully in countless ways, demonstrating resilience, innovation, and commitment. With the right opportunities and support, they thrive in roles across industries—bringing unique perspectives and strengths that enhance workplaces and communities. To assume otherwise is not only misguided but denies our society the full potential of these individuals. To those living with disabilities, visible or unseen: You matter. Your contributions are real, and your presence enriches the world. Stay strong, stay positive, and keep proving what we already know—you are capable, worthy, and essential. There are millions of us that see your value and stand with you. Let us continue working toward a society that recognizes and supports the full participation of all individuals, ensuring that ability—not outdated biases—defines a person’s potential.

Lucas DD Parent Partner Tammy Eisenreich chats with Taylor Smith, Executive Director of The Maryam Parman Foundation for Injured Children, Inc. The organization provides customized medical and therapeutic aid to children and their families. These include things like therapy, prosthetics, home modifications, medical equipment, and in-home nursing. Learn more on our Finding Funds page, https://lnkd.in/eEwtUrjY, an online resource of available grants and directory of local and nationwide organizations to help secure funding not always covered by insurance plans.

Deadline is 2 p.m. Feb. 4. All bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the Pre-Bid Meeting,?9 a.m. this Thursday, Jan. 23,?at our South Toledo headquarters, 1154 Larc Lane. https://lnkd.in/gJfsjymh