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

March 3, 2025
A decorative image with a photo of Jason Umstot and a quote from the press release.

DD Superintendent accepts position at Ohio Health Care Association

Umstot to leave LCBDD in April, Board and OACB will begin superintendent search.
February 24, 2025
A collage of photos including several adult changing tables, an AEC machine in a case and some foam play equipment.

Making Licking County more inclusive — thanks to ARPA dollars!

In 2024, LCBDD was able to commit more than $458,000 in ARPA funds to projects in Licking County!
February 19, 2025
Nora Randall stands in her living room with her mother and Developmental Specialist Jennifer Hammond.

Meet Nora!

Thanks to support from Early Intervention, Nora is on the move!
February 18, 2025
Hope Hindel stands outside the door of the Library at Central Ohio Technical College.

‘You just keep going’

Managing college classes and two jobs, Hope Hindel wants to show others what's possible.
January 31, 2025
A photo of several Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities Staff members posting at the Licking County Groundhog Breakfast.

Because of you, we can!

We were honored to sponsor the 2025 Groundhog Breakfast and thank our community!
December 19, 2024
A picture of Phill Kirk (middle) posing with his parents and the three Licking County Commissioners after being sworn is as a board member for LCBDD.

Making history

Phill Kirk was sworn in as a board member of LCBDD on Dec. 19. He will be the first Licking Countian who receives DD services to serve on the board.
December 13, 2024
A photo of Grace Brooks standing in the gym of an elementary school. A mural of the school mascot, a cougar, is behind her.

A full circle career path

Grace Brooks is a substitute ortho aide, in the same district she attended as a child.
November 6, 2024
A photo of Kim Wages sitting outside in the backyard of her home.

‘It’s good to be home’

Red Heart Homes, LCBDD and CCA partner to expand accessible housing.
October 31, 2024
A photo of a group of participants holding hands around a circle on a stage.

Shakespeare and Autism Project comes to Licking County

OSU program provides creative outlet for youth.
October 22, 2024
A picture of a Project SEARCH intern named Erin preparing items in her internship in the Concierge department.

Project SEARCH kicks off 9th year!

Six interns are gaining new work experiences at LMHS.