LCCS Board Meetings Now Online
Lucas County residents are now able to attend meetings of the Lucas County Children Services (LCCS) Board of Trustees in real time, via ZOOM. Meetings take place on the third Wednesday of every month at 3 pm unless otherwise announced. To attend the meeting, click: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89804129466 Registration is not required; however, anyone wishing to address […]
National Homeless Youth Awareness Month
November is designated as National Homeless Youth Awareness Month (NHYAM). This important recognition raises awareness and promotes action to help young people experiencing homelessness. Organizations and individuals participate in events, supply drives, education, and social media campaigns to highlight the issue and support vulnerable youth. Unlike general homelessness awareness, this month specifically addresses the unique […]
Successful Ride-Alongs
Each October, the Public Children Services Association of Ohio (PCSAO) asks its member county agencies to reach out to their elected representatives and invite them to “ride along” with caseworkers doing the hard job of ensuring the safety of children. The hope is that legislators will become more familiar with the needs of children services […]
Doctors in the House
LCCS is doing its part to ensure that future pediatricians recognize and understand the impact of child abuse even before they begin seeing patients of their own. The agency recently welcomed Dr. Grace Cudjo and Dr. Astha Poudel, pediatric residents from Mercy St. Vincent’s Hospital, for a day-long training with our child welfare professionals. They […]
Protecting Children’s Health
For any number of reasons, children who become involved with Lucas County Children Services may not have had the benefit of quality, consistent healthcare in their past. Their families may have moved a lot, lacked transportation, or were unable to afford medical care. Fortunately, youth whose families do become involved with LCCS receive the important […]
Promoting Safe Sleep Practices Across Lucas County
October marked SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) and Safe Sleep Awareness Month, and Lucas County Children Services (LCCS) has been working hard to educate families on the importance of safe sleep for infants. In partnership with several community agencies, LCCS is committed to raising awareness and providing resources to keep babies safe. “Ensuring infants have […]
Welcome to the Team: Dedra Brown Joins Parent Empowerment Institute!
We’re excited to welcome Dedra Brown to the Parent Empowerment Institute as our newest Parent Advocate! In this role, Ms. Brown will be supporting parents through group facilitation, one-on-one connections, and sharing resources—all grounded in her deep understanding of the challenges many families face. What sets Dedra apart is her powerful lived experience, which gives […]
LCCS Begins New Fellowship Program
Lucas County Children Services is offering a new fellowship program to encourage students studying fields other than social work to consider a career in child protective services. The paid program allows students working toward bachelor’s degrees in fields such as sociology, psychology, criminal justice or family studies; or who have earned associate’s degrees in any […]
Empowering the Next Generation: Lucas County Children Services Paves the Way for Emancipating Teens
At Lucas County Children Services, there is a dedicated team working tirelessly to support a growing population of youth transitioning to independent living. With approximately 200 teens, ages 14 and up, currently in their care, the LCCS caseworkers are committed to shattering stereotypes and ensuring these young adults are as prepared as possible for the […]
Standing Together for the Safety of Families and Children
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to recognize the impact of domestic violence on families and to reaffirm our community’s commitment to safety, support, and healing. At Lucas County Children Services (LCCS), domestic violence remains one of the leading reasons families need ongoing child welfare support. Currently, 26% of cases opened for ongoing […]