Success stories

January 25, 2024
John Priest smiles as he washes dishes at Denison University.

Celebrating 35 years!

John Priest has worked at Denison for 35 years!
January 25, 2024
A screenshot of William and his mom, on a Zoom call with Occupational Therapist Karlie Fleak.

William’s journey

The option to access virtual Early Intervention services has made a difference for William Matson!
October 31, 2023
Lucy Conley poses with her family at Mile 20 of the Columbus Marathon.

Inspiring runners as a Mile Champion!

Lucy Conley, of Pataskala, was a excited to cheer on races at the recent Columbus Marathon.
October 31, 2023
Jonathan Madariage works in the culinary department at LMHS.

‘I love this program!’

Another year of Project SEARCH off to a great start at LMHS.
October 31, 2023
Sophia Renner, 1, walks with a walker in her Granville home.

Celebrating Sophia!

The Renner family is working to raise awareness about Angelman syndrome, Early Intervention.
September 5, 2023
Gracie Brooks in the kitchen at Bob Evans.

‘Have fun and get paid’

OOD Summer Work Experiences offer students the opportunity to explore jobs.
August 16, 2023
Liddell Gillespie and Addison Gerber pose with a dairy feeder at the Animal Adventures show.

Animal Adventures sparks connections

LCBDD and Licking County 4-H partner for their first show at the Hartford Fair.
July 12, 2023
Gabe Beane poses in front of a red car.

Meet Gabe!

Gabe has a lot to celebrate — graduation, a drivers license and a new job!
July 7, 2023
Rico McCurdy plays in his playroom.

‘He loves life’

With support from LCBDD, Rico McCurdy's family has learned to understand and embrace his 'different way of thinking.'