This news section features communications directly from the County Board. Be sure to check this page periodically to make sure you have the most up to date information.
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County Board General News
SIDEbySIDE with Artists and our Community
March 28, 2022
The Art Celebration 2022 was a month long event that highlighted Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. It is a partnership with the Great Lakes Mall and our community, On March 23, we held a reception for the artists and their families. Visit https://youtu.be/bBSgUX6N2VI to watch highlights of the 2022 Art Celebration.
Silly Socks Say A Lot on March 21st
March 14, 2022
Wear your silly socks on March 21! SIDEbySIDE, we can empower people around the world to advocate for full inclusion in society for people with Down syndrome and for everyone.
WINT Radio SIDEbySIDE with Charlie and Mary
March 9, 2022
Radio segment of They Sacrificed For Us with Charlie Schulz and his mom Mary: https://fb.watch/bEr1yeuZSv/. Their story is a heartwarming example of families whose lives were positively impacted by the services provided by the Lake County Board of DD, local resources, and our caring community. SIDEbySIDE we make a difference.
Side By Side With Natalia
March 2, 2022
Natalia's story is one of perseverance and working side by side with community agencies and resources to reach success. Let's hear from Natalia's mom Elizabeth to learn more about her story and the role of Early Intervention.
March DD Month Origins
March 2, 2022
Learn more about DD Month origins at https://www.reaganlibrary.gov/archives/speech/proclamation-5613-national-developmental-disabilities-awareness-month-1987.
Farewell to Two Dedicated Board Members
February 18, 2022
Farewell to Lake County Board of Developmental Disabilities/Deepwood Board Members Tom Tarantino and Tom Hunter.
It’s Recreation Craft Time – Let’s Make Snow Ice Cream
February 2, 2022
It's craft time with Recreation Services! Visit https://youtu.be/XXKbHBUBgP4 to spend time with Ellana and Kara as they make ice cream out of snow.
Join Us at the Advocacy Meeting on February 15
February 1, 2022
Last month at our Lake County Advocacy Meeting, we resolved to live life with meaning and do what matters, with the people who matter most. Contact lisa.george@lakebdd.org for zoom link so that you can attend this virtual meeting.