Our story is the story of individuals we serve who have developmental disabilities, and also the story of our inclusive and caring Lake County community. This news section features important information about our County Board, as well as newsworthy items that our local community might find of interest.
Luca’s Team of Support Works SIDEbySIDE
March 16, 2022
Luca's story is one of how a team working side by side can make a tremendous difference in a child's development and progress. Let's hear from Amanda, Luca's mom, to learn more about their story and the role of Early Intervention. To learn more about EI services, please visit https://lakebdd.org/early-intervention-program/.
Calling All High School Students – Essay Contest
March 4, 2022
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and the Lake County Board of DD/Deepwood is holding an Essay Contest open to all High School students who are residents of Lake County, Ohio. Winning prize value $200/runner-up $100 value. Visit lakebdd.org for details.
Emery Thrives with EI Resources
February 14, 2022
Emery started with Crossroads Health and Early Intervention (EI) in 2020 because she had a developmental delay. Emery's mom, Lauren, shared with us that it was one of the best decisions they have ever made.
Richie’s Vocabulary is Enriched with EI
October 14, 2021
Early Intervention (EI) supports facilitate helping children reach milestones. Let’s hear from Richie's mother, Lauren,…
Creative Arts Notecards Now Available
October 14, 2021
A new variety edition of the beautiful Broadmoor School Lake Employment Experience Program (LEEP) Creative Arts notecards are now available!
Request for Sealed Proposals: ARC & JCDC Fire Door Replacement Project
October 1, 2021
Proposals should be addressed to Director of Operations, Lake County Board of DD, 8121 Deepwood Blvd, Mentor, OH 44060, and be clearly marked as Bid for ARC & JCDC FIRE DOOR REPLACEMENT PROJECT.
Request for Sealed Proposals: Concrete Replacement Project
October 1, 2021
Proposals should be addressed to Director of Operations, Lake County Board of DD, 8121 Deepwood Blvd, Mentor, OH 44060 and be clearly marked as Bid for CONCRETE Replacement Project.
Family Forum: Guardianship on 10/14/2021
September 23, 2021
Would you like to learn more about guardianship and how to plan ahead for when life changes occur? Here’s an opportunity to talk directly with Kristen Henry, Executive Director of Advocacy and Protective Services, Inc. (APSI) and uncover what you need to know now and as you plan for the future. Join us October 14, 2021 in person or virtually.