Lucas County Children Services, the county agency responsible for leading the community in the protection of children, is sponsoring another in its ongoing series of “community conversations,” to be held Monday, June 23, 5 to 7 p.m., at the new South Toledo Branch Library, 1736 Broadway Street.
These free, open conversations begin with the topic of, “Safe Children, Safe Families.” LCCS staff, along with representatives of other community agencies, will discuss many of the concerns that families experience today, and the options that families and caregivers have to prevent child abuse and neglect:
•Details of the new LCCS Family Help Center hotline and how it works.
•Presentations include the Parent Empowerment Institute, the Zepf Center and LCCS Family Visits.
•LCCS’ role and what happens when you call 419213-2273.
•Ways that families can address issues without LCCS intervention.
•How to de-escalate a situation or family conflict.
•Who to call in an emergency.
“These community conversations are a valuable exchange of information, perspectives and ideas with our families and stakeholders,” explains Hope Bland, Ph.D., LCCS director of diversity, equity, inclusion and strategy. “These have become a vital exchange of information. Attendees are being educated on what LCCS and community partners can offer children and families. Our leadership team, in turn, is gaining input on continuing community needs with the feedback we are receiving from attendees.”
Light refreshments will be available. Further meeting information is available at 419-213-3727.
