What’s your story?

Every person and family we support has their own unique story to tell. At LCBDD, we are honored to be a part of each and every journey.

Sharing these stories helps reflect the incredibly diverse community that we serve while helping those we support make connections and find belonging. 

Storytelling is a part of our culture at LCBDD and we hope you enjoy this always growing collection of profiles, stories and moments.

Do you have a success story you'd like to share? We want to hear it and celebrate with you!  Contact Anna Jeffries at 740-322-6911 or anna.jeffries@lcountydd.org to get started. 

Success Stories

September 29, 2025
A man with dark hair and glasses smiles at the camera. He is wearing a black jacket and a Licking County Sheriff's Office lanyard.

‘They’ve just become people we can lean on’

Aaron Smith found friendship and connection through the Licking County Sheriff’s Office’s Citizen’s Academy.
September 26, 2025
A woman in a white shirt, a woman in a gray shirt with short hair and a man in a collared shirt stand in front of an Ashcraft sign.

Forging connections!

Stephanie Wells interest in metalwork helps her build frienships in the community.
September 19, 2025
A young woman in a black hoodie kneel downs to pet her dog. The dog is a black and white dog with lots of fur. They are outside in the grass with a tree in the background.

Exploring options for independence

Living with a cortical visual impairment (CVI), Megan Young is learning what technology and resources could help her as she prepares for graduation.
September 5, 2025
A decorative image that includes a photo of a man in a beige shirt sitting at a table with his arms crossed. and text announcing that he is the next LCBDD superintendent.

Alex Corwin chosen as next LCBDD Superintendent!

Corwin brings experience with county boards and statewide agencies to new role. He is expected to join LCBDD in late October.
August 1, 2025
A young man in a polo shirt with dark hair stands in front of a grocery check out line, putting groceries in a bag.

Summer Work provides hands-on experience!

Teens gain friendship, new skills and 'a little bit of money' through OOD program.
July 11, 2025
A decorative image featuring three photos — the exterior of the LCBDD Family Resource Center, the interior of the sensory room and the interior of the accessible restroom's universal changing table.

New accessibility options added to the Hartford Independent Fair

Visitors will have access to a universal changing table and sensory room.
July 3, 2025
A photo of a young boy sitting on a porch swing, next to a 19-year old man wearing an OSU shirt. They are smiling and looking at the camera.

Youth respite program builds strong connections!

Carter Morrison has developed a friendship with his respite provider John that has lead to adventure and new experiences.
May 21, 2025
A photo of the five Project SEARCH interns standing next to Licking Memorial Health Systems President Rob Montagnese. They are standing on a stage and all wearing nice clothes.

Congrats Project SEARCH graduates!

This year's group of five Project SEARCH interns 'made their mark' at LMHS.
May 7, 2025
Shawn Gillett poses outside the door of A Call to College.

Ready for Columbus State!

Shawn is going to culinary school to achieve his goal of becoming a chef!
May 7, 2025
Kripa Nepal and her mother and sister pose outside their home with Speech Therapist Janelle Pickens and Service Coordinator Jen Darr.

‘I am very thankful’

With support from her family and LCBDD, Kripa is ready for preschool and beyond!