Early Childhood

July 16, 2024
Matt Rickard hugs his son Elliott on the couch.

‘You build hope’

Early Intervention has helped Elliott learn to use his voice.
February 16, 2024
Harvey Fenner swimming in a pool with his father Scott.

Gaining water safety skills

Y partnership offers free adaptive Safety Around Water classes to LCBDD families.
January 29, 2024
Zachary Rowan plays with a ball on the floor of his living room.

Meet Zachary!

With support from his family, medical team and Early Intervention, Zachary Rowan is playing and exploring.
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.'
November 30, 2022
Enzo and Siam Beltran play in their Newark home.

Meet Enzo and Siam

These identical twins have great support around them as they prepare for preschool.
November 15, 2022
Jolie Ford poses for photos with her parents, Jenna and Justin Ford.

Supporting Jolie’s journey

The Ford family is celebrating their daughter's fighting spirit.
September 28, 2022
Pierson Johnson poses outside his Pataskala home.

Meet Pierson!

Pierson Johnson has worked hard to speak up and advocate for himself.
April 1, 2022
A photo of Chris Wilson playing in his house.

Meet Chris!

Chris' speech has taken off, thanks to support from his family and EI team!
March 14, 2022
Ian Stemen and his mom at the Indian Mound Mall.

Advocating for Ian

The Stemen family hopes sharing Ian's story spreads understanding and kindness.