Archives: April, 2020

Broadmoor School-age  and Preschool Programs

COVID-19 (coronavirus) Update 04-22-2020
On April 20, 2020, Governor Mike DeWine issued an Executive Order that all public, private, and charter schools would be closed to students for the rest of the academic year to limit students exposure to COVID 19. Governor DeWine’s news conference on April 20, 2020 Governor Mike DeWine stated ‘that the continued closure affects all K-12 schools, including those operated by county boards of DD. ’

Broadmoor staff will continue to work remotely, with the guidance of Broadmoor Administration, and will continue to post on-line virtual curriculum, lesson plans and materials in accordance with each student’s IEP. The administration is working on alternatives for important end of year experiences and activities. Announcements will be communicated with students and families once arrangements have been made.

Questions may be addressed to Broadmoor Administration who will continue to be available to communicate with families/guardians and to assure that student needs are being met within the available resources and safest methods possible. The direct line to Broadmoor School is 440-602-1000.

LCBDD/Deepwood Administration and Broadmoor Administration will continue to vigi-lantly monitor any new information and guidance from official sources, and will notify families/guardians of any changes as timely as possible.
Thank you ALL, for your patience and understanding,
Elfie Roman,
Superintendent

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April 2, 2020

A message from the Superintendent to all LCBDD employees…

During these challenging times, I want to let you know that you and your loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers. I sincerely appreciate and thank you for the dedication, innovation, and flexibility I see throughout our Agency as we continue to provide the highest quality of services and supports for the individuals served by the LCBDD.

Some staff have needed to shift their job duties to support a different program area, while others were required to work remotely in an effort to slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). Everyone, in every role, is managing change right now. Change is not easy, but you have all stepped forward to get the job done.

As you are aware, Governor DeWine recently ordered all schools to be closed until May 1, and the LCBDD Day Programs continue to remain closed as well. Although programs are closed, our individuals and families remain in need of our services and supports.

The safety and wellness of the individuals we serve and of our employees are paramount. As such, we will continue to diligently monitor and follow the recommendations of government and health officials.

As always through times of stress and change, we focus on minimizing the impact on the individuals we serve, and we have had to get creative in the way we deliver our supports. I’d like to applaud all of you for finding meaningful and creative ways to do so, and for keeping the individuals we serve at ARC and JCDC, as well as the individuals living and receiving supports in the community, safe and engaged.

Some of the strategies that have been employed – from the new School Home Connection videos to the Community Recreation Boredom Buster activities (and everything in between) – open our eyes to new tools we can use on an ongoing basis.

For our dedicated staff behind the scenes–I see and value the supports you provide to keep our buildings running, our technology working and our bills paid.

Thank you ALL for your dedication and understanding as we navigate together through these uncharted waters.  We’ve rallied as a team and embodied the “Deepwood Way” the past few weeks. I want you to know that I recognize and appreciate all that you do each and every day.

Elfie Roman

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Webinar Series Description:

Join us for this 4-part webinar series, as we review what we currently know on disability inclusion as it relates to this emerging issue. Each session will be 75-minutes.
Webinar Descriptions:
Session 1: Advice from Medical Providers
Wednesday, April 15, 2020, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. ET
Hear from experts on steps to prevent COVID-19 for people across the lifespan who have a disability. Discussion will include staying safe and receiving community-based services and supports, as well as tips for wellness and what to do in case someone with a disability becomes ill. Register today!
Session 2: Advice from Family Members and Caregivers
on Dealing with COVID-19
Wednesday, April 22, 2020, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. ET
Learn tips and strategies from caregivers and family members on how to organize daily life of caring for someone who has ID/DD and planning what to do if you get sick. Hear thoughts on balancing needs of taking care of children/adults with disability with caregiver’s needs. Ideas on how to help address/relieve anxiety, stay calm and carry on will be shared. Register today!
Session 3: Advice from People who have a Disability on Dealing with COVID-19
Wednesday, April 29, 220, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. ET
Hear from self-advocates and allies on how to deal with COVID-19 as they share tips and strategies on hand washing, mental health, nutrition, and exercise. Steps on how to work with personal care attendants and direct support providers will be reviewed. Be safe in your relationships – what does social distancing mean in your friendships and relationships. Register today!
Session 4: Advice on Your Questions
Thursday, April 30, 2020, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. ET
Join this webinar for an Open Question and Answer Session, with a panel of representatives from the medical field, self-advocates, caregivers and federal partners. Register today!
Please Note:
 CEUs are not offered for this webinar.
 You can test your connection to AdobeConnect prior to the
 scheduled time by visiting this test webpage.
 For disability accommodations e-mail aucdinfo@aucd.org.
 This webinar will be archived.

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On March 30, 2020, Governor Mike DeWine issued an Executive Order that all public, private, and charter schools would be closed to students through May 1, 2020. Governor DeWine’s news conference March 30, 2020 provided further guidance to reinforce that “Schools should continue to do what they’re doing now– providing the best remote learning that they can…”

Broadmoor staff are working remotely, and with the guidance of Broadmoor Administration, will continue to post on-line/virtual curriculum, lesson plans, and materials in accordance with each student’s IEP.
Questions may be addressed to Broadmoor Administration who will continue to be available to communicate with families/guardians and to assure that student needs are being met within the available resources and safest methods possible. The direct line to Broadmoor School is 440-602-1000.

LCBDD/Deepwood Administration and Broadmoor Administration will continue to vigilantly monitor any new information and guidance from official sources, and will notify families/guardians of any changes as timely as possible.

Thank you ALL, for your patience and understanding,

Elfie Roman, Superintendent

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Dear families and educator all over the world,
I have created this short book to support and reassure our children, under the age of 7, regarding the COVID-19. This book is an invitation for families to discuss the full range of emotions arising from the current situation. It is important to point out that this resource does not seek to be a source of scientific information, but rather a tool based on fantasy. My recommendation is to print this material so children can draw on it. Remember that emotions are processed through repetitive play and stories read multiple times. Share COVIBOOK and help ease kiddo’s anxiety all over the world.

​With love,

Manuela Molina – the author

Queridas familias y educadores,

He construido este libro corto para niños entre los 2 y los 7 años con el propósito anticipar y acompañar el mundo emocional infantil frente al virus COVID-19. Este recurso no busca ser una fuente de información científica sino una herramienta desde la fantasía y lo simbólico. Recomiendo imprimirlo para que los niños puedan dibujar su emoción y puedan tenerlo en casa para leerlo de forma recurrente. Recuerden que las emociones se procesan a través del juego repetitivo y de los cuentos leidos varias veces. Recuerda compartir el COVIBOOK con tu comunidad y aliviar la ansiedad de los niños en todo el mundo.

Con amor,

Manuela Molina -la autora

Go to their website for books in several languages.

​https://www.mindheart.co/descargables

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