Meet Natasha!
Natasha is a high school senior who is preparing to graduate from the Newark Digital Academy. She is looking forward to being a part of Newark High School’s commencement and receiving her diploma with...
View ArticleBecause of you, we can!
Each year, the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities provides support to more than 1500 Licking County families— because of you we can! Thank you Licking County. Your continued support...
View ArticleTeens gain cooking skills through Edible Licking County program
David Grover and Zachary Hogue, two teens supported by the Licking County Board of DD, volunteered at the Canal Market District, helping chef Andrew Spurlock with cooking demonstrations for the Edible...
View ArticleFun is the goal for PALS and Midwest softball teams
After a summer of fun, teams sponsored by provider agencies PALS and Midwest went head to head on July 21 for their last softball games of the season. Chad Kaylor loves everything about playing...
View ArticleHaving fun at Camp All For One
The Licking County Family YMCA, partnering with the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities, offers a summer camp for children and teens with special needs. Swimming, doing crafts and...
View ArticleWorking hard, gaining job skills
More than 50 Licking County youths supported by the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities, are spending the summer working, volunteering and gaining job experience. Meet a few of them! A...
View ArticleMeet Benjamin!
Pataskala resident Benjamin Harberts, 4, loves to play with trains and create art. He and his family are supported by teams from the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities and Nationwide...
View ArticleJust the facts
Some information about the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities Levy, which will be on the ballot on Nov. 8. On Nov. 8, Licking County voters will have the opportunity to do three things:...
View Article‘They were there when we needed them’
Sydney Dials, of Pataskala, was supported by the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities from age 4 until last spring. Her mother credits LCBDD with completely changing her life for the...
View ArticleMeet Charlie!
Charlie Stumbo, of Pataskala, recently accepted his first full time job in Columbus and is taking more steps toward independence, with support from his family and LCBDD. He’s only gotten a few...
View ArticleAfter Early Intervention, Pataskala girl is on the go
18-month-old Brynn Wills has made great strides, thanks to the Early Intervention program provided by the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Brynn Wills loves to be on the move....
View ArticleLCBDD helped her find her voice
Lizzie Busic, 4, was diagnosed with a genetic syndrome that causes language delays. With support from the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities and other community partners, the Newark...
View Article‘(LCBDD) guided us every step of the way”
Tanner Krupp wants people to know that LCBDD was there for his family Tanner Krupp isn’t shy about his support of the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities (LCBDD). The Newark High...
View ArticleMeet Natalie!
With support from LCBDD, Natalie Crider is gaining the skills she needs to learn and grow. When they were told their daughter Natalie had Grin2B, Mike and Brittaney Crider could have easily felt...
View Article‘The board has always been right there’
As Raishaun Banks transitioned into adulthood, LCBDD has been there for his family. Raishaun Banks loves to greet people with a grin and a high-five. His energy and enthusiasm are often contagious,...
View Article‘It’s changed our lives”
With support from LCBDD, family and friends, Mollie Ridgley is celebrating a sensational 60th year. Mollie Ridgley has spent this year celebrating a big milestone. The Heath woman turned 60 on June...
View ArticleMeet Layla!
LCBDD has helped connect Layla Messerall with one of her favorite activities — therapeutic horseback riding. For a little girl who likes animals, Hope Farm in Granville can be an amazing place....
View ArticleProject SEARCH starts at LMH
A new partnership, Project SEARCH, provides options for students with disabilities as they prepare for life after high school. For many students, the final year of high school is a time to focus on...
View ArticleLiving her dream
Rebecca Doeringer, of Croton, is living her dream of helping children and working with horses, with support from the Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities. When Rebecca Doeringer was...
View ArticleEarly Intervention can matter for multiples
Early Intervention is a service available to any Licking County child — from birth to age 3 — with a developmental delay. Babies born premature, including twins and triplets, have benefited from the...
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