Easter Seals Northern Ohio has provided services to children and adults with disabilities and special needs and their families for over 80 years. So it’s no wonder they keep working through the summer with Summer Speech Programs. During one-on-one sessions, goals are worked on through hands-on activities, language experiences and structured play. Sessions are typically a half hour to one hour long and are held one or two times a week, depending on a client’s needs. Sessions will be held between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. in Toledo, Perrysburg and Bowling Green. For more information, call
888-325-8532 ext. 100 or email [email protected].
Summer speech therapy
A new place for the community Sylvania Community Services relocates to N. Holland Sylvania
The historical Burnham building that once served as a Sylvania landmark was recently razed, leaving the Sylvania Community Services (SCS) office in search of a new home. “We started our move almost a year and a half before the Burnham building came down,” said SCS Child Care Director, Page Rostetter. “The new location (at 4747 N. Holland Sylvania) is a lot more efficient,” she added.
The purpose of the SCS is to provide social, educational, and supportive services to enhance the quality of life of Sylvania area residents. Currently, the SCS offers child care that includes all day, as well as before and after school care. It also opens its summer camp to the community at large. They boast a Step Up To Quality program. “We’re a Star One program,” said Rostetter. Not your average program, SCS childcare is driven by a lesson plan and detailed curriculum. There’s a lot of fun, and a lot of learning for the children of all ages in the program. Being a “Pay As You Stay” program, it’s very convenient for residents.
The senior center on Sylvania Ave. offers a plethora of services and programs for the seniors of the community. “That place is hoppin’,” said Rostetter. Everything from health and fitness classes, wellness programs, social groups, and art classes is offered. Hot meals are also available Monday through Friday at the center.
For a more detailed explanation of services provided by the SCS, contact them at 419-885-4126 or online at www.scsonline.org.
OSCCF’s rewarding challenge
Fundraising is a frequent issue for most nonprofit organizations. Yet one Toledo-based group was able to use an online competition to gain 10,203 donations and raise $112,922. Hua Xiao, President of the Overseas Save Chinese Children Foundation (OSCCF), began the 30-day national online competition, 2009 America’s Giving Challenge, on October 7, 2009. Just one month later, she had to receive the most donations for her cause, making her organization the winner of the $25,000 prize. The money will be used to help OSCCF continue its mission of improving the lives of orphaned and impoverished children in China. For more info, visit www.osccf.org.
BabyCrazy childcare award
BabyCrazy childcare award
Toledo area BabyCrazy sales reps are on the lookout for the best of the best in childcare. The national organization and home party company offering baby and infant products is accepting nominations for the “Excellence in Care” Award, granted to select childcare providers demonstrating a foundation for learning in young children while giving exemplary care. The winner receives $500 in cash, and the center where the winner works receives $500 in educational products from BabyCrazy. Nominations, accepted through April 30, must be submitted through BabyCrazy Sales Representatives. Local reps include Angela Decker, Director (419-509-9228), Amanda Traunero (419-260-7617), Amanda Hunter (419-337-5195) and Mollie Frankart
(419-236-4652). For more info, visit
www.babycrazy.com.
Give me an “A”!
Sometimes, a great report card is worth more than a spot on the refrigerator. Thanks to Ohio State Park Lodges, it’s now worth a getaway! The “Stays 4 A’s” program allows students with A’s on their report cards to transform each A into a $10 discount off the price of a lodge room (capping at $50). One report card per room may be applied for the discount, and families must present the original report card upon check-in. The program, available year-round, includes all eight Ohio State Park Lodges operated by Xanterra Parks & Resorts, including Maumee Bay State Park Lodge, Hueston Woods State Park Lodge, and Mohican State Park Lodge. For information about the facilities, visit www.atapark.com or call 1-800-AT-A-PARK.
No child left inside
Celebrate Earth at Olander with the Earth Day Week Kick-Off Walk on Sunday, April 18 from noon to 3 p.m. Participants will meet at the Community Hall Gazebo at Olander Park and walk the 1.1 mile oval around Lake Olander, stopping at stations that promote Sylvania’s Green Scene. The event is part of the Leave No Child INSIDE NW Ohio initiative, to get children outdoors and connected with nature. The program website,
www.everykidoutsideNWOH.org debuts on Earth Day, Thursday, April 22. The site will be a gathering house for organizations and businesses that offer resources and activities that make getting outside easy and fun. For more creative ways to encourage kids to play outside, visit www.childrenandnature.org.