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Lucas County Board of MR/DD Superintendent John Trunk was recently interviewed on the radio by Lon Mitchell. You can download and listen to the interview by clicking on these links. Superintendent and advocates unveil petition at
Statehouse rally Ann Seth receives the Board's annual Spirit
Award Each year, the Board presents its Spirit Award to an individual who has contributed a lifetime of service in support of individuals with developmental disabilities. This year, the award was presented to Ann Seth. At parent and advocate meetings there is no more familiar face than that of Ann Seth. And no one can claim a better record of volunteerism. Most important, though, has been Ann's activism at so many public forums and hearings -- helping define the major issues and keeping the communication process with families open and always ongoing. (Pictured is Mrs. Seth receiving the award from Board Secretary Mary Lou Wilhelm.) Five year accreditation indicates Lucas County exceeds standards After an extensive review of programs, services, procedures and policies, the Lucas County Board of MR/DD has maintained its accreditation from the State of Ohio. “Our five year accreditation affirms that we not only met the standards, but exceed them,” said Superintendent John Trunk. “This accreditation, as well as our recent accreditation from the Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, demonstrates to our community that services for individuals with developmental disabilities are being delivered in a quality manner and tax dollars are being spent prudently,” he said. “We are very pleased with our accreditations and pledge to continue providing services in a top quality manner. “This accomplishment would not have been possible without the effort of every single staff member,” said Mr. Trunk. “This was a real team effort.” Mr. Trunk said surveyors were impressed with all aspects of Board services and particularly with the Board’s efforts to utilize feedback from persons served and their families in the decision-making process.
Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies
held for housing development Ribbon-cutting ceremonies were held for Ottawa River Estates, a housing development in North Toledo that was the subject of a lengthy fair housing litigation. Ottawa River Estates is a 14 unit affordable housing development for persons with developmental disabilities, mobility issues, or sensory impairments. Preferred Properties, Inc., is the developer. The project was financed with grants from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA), The City of Toledo: Department of Neighborhoods, The Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati, and KeyBank. Researchers Now Have Access to Historical Data about Local MR/DD ProgramsHistorical information about how services in Lucas County for persons with mr/dd began and developed is now archived at the University of Toledo Ward M. Canady Center for Special Collections. Access to the archives for this material is not restricted. Click here to read the catalog. and Developmental Disabilities Superintendent Assistant Superintendent Legal Services Human Resources Finance Adult Options Public Affairs Capital Projects 1154 Larc Lane, Toledo, Ohio 43614 (419) 380-4000 Early Intervention Services EduCare Center 1932 Birchwood, Toledo, Ohio 43614 voice(419) 381-7300 TTY (419) 381-7308 fax (419) 381-7313 Family &
Community Supports
Community Inclusion (Recreation/Special Olympics) Employment Options 3350 Hill Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43607 voice and TTY (419) 536-5564 Transportation Center 1154 Larc Lane, Toledo, Ohio 43614 voice and TTY (419) 385-6021 fax (419) 381-8316 Lott Industries Sales Offices 3350 Hill Ave., Toledo, Ohio 43615 (419) 534-4980 fax (419) 534-4990 e-mail Lott Industries Adult Services Centers 3350 Hill Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43607 voice and TTY (419) 534-4980 fax (419) 534-4990 1645 Holland Road, Maumee, Ohio 43537 voice and TTY (419) 891-5215 fax (419) 891-5222 5500 Telegraph Road, Toledo, Ohio 43612 voice and TTY (419) 476-2516 fax (419) 478-8263 2001 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo, Ohio 43620 (419) 244-9609 fax (419) 244-9615 Lew Ellis, Executive Director e-mail Preferred Properties
Lucas County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities Superintendent 419-380-4000 Curt Morman Vicki Snyder Director, Children's Options 419-381-7300 Patricia Stephens Director, Quality Assurance 419-385-5771 Sharon Helle Director, Adult Services 419-380-4000 Terry Teufel Director, Family & Community Supports 419-380-4000 Ron Smith Manager, Transportation Services 419-385-6021 John Frederick Director, Finance 419-380-4000 Pamela Emch Director, Human Resources 419-380-4000 Gina Schell Mike Jacobs Advocate e-mail the Board of MR/DD the Lucas County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities Roderick Standiford, President Cecelia Peters, M.D., Vice-President Mary Lou Wilhelm, Recording Secretary Roger M. Bresnahan Dr. Jeanne H. Brockmyer Mark R. Frye William W. Wolfe, Sr., Ph.D.
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The
Lucas County Commissioners issued a Proclamation supporting the effort
to end the use of the "R-word" and replace it with "respect." The
nationwide effort, initiated by Special Olympics, urges us to take a
stand and educate others of the dehumanizing and harmful effects of the
words "retard" or "retarded." Commissioner Tina Skeldon Wozniak
said, "This hurtful word deprives too many people of the dignity and
respect they deserve." Accepting the Proclamation from the Commissioners
were Special Olympics athletes George Rose and Jonathon Reis. For more
information go to 
John
Trunk Radio Interview
Superintendent John Trunk unveiled the
petition to legislators at the March 5th rally at the Statehouse to kick
off MR/DD Awareness Month. The petition, signed at the Call2Action
event recently at Lott Industries, urges legislators not to cut
any more funding from the state budget for mr/dd services.
