Meigs County Board of Developmental Disabilities

06/04/2026

It's National CPR and AED Awareness Week

National CPR and AED Awareness Week highlights the critical role that cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillators (AEDs) play in saving lives during cardiac emergencies. When performed quickly, CPR can help maintain blood flow to vital organs, while an AED can restore a normal heart rhythm and significantly increase a person's chance of survival. By learning these lifesaving skills and knowing how to use an AED, individuals can be prepared to act confidently and make a difference when every second counts.

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

The U.S. House is considering severe cuts to developmental disability programs in the upcoming federal budget (Fiscal Year 2027). If this happens, over 40,000 people in Ohio could lose important services that help them live safely and independently as soon as October 1. What can you do? Tell your member of Congress to fully fund all disability programs at https://secure.everyaction.com/XYW-0OhZI06ekcro-u-cGA2.

In Ohio, programs at risk include: • The Ohio State University Nisonger Center
• University of Cincinnati Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UC UCEDD)
• Disability Rights Ohio

These programs have existed for over 50 years and are critical to protecting rights and supporting community living.

Info sheet:https://www.oacbdd.org/clientuploads/emails/2026/Action_Alert_Information.pdf Nisonger Center at The Ohio State University: https://files.constantcontact.com/6366d993101/207d8051-d2b8-4acc-b8c6-0ca9a2a9f3fe.pdf?rdr=true University of Cincinnati Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities: https://files.constantcontact.com/6366d993101/727cdad1-884f-42ad-a016-78d422680f27.pdf?rdr=true

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06/03/2026

Meigs County and Surrounding areas: It's here!

FREE meals for all kids, ages, 1-18, starts tomorrow (Wed, 6/3) at Meigs Elementary School (36871 SR 124, Middleport, OH).

All children eligible. If you have not pre-registered, we will help you with the short registration form on site. Only parents/guardians and adult caretakers with signed permission will be allowed to pick up.

As a bonus, children present in the vehicle will receive a small treat, while supplies last 🏎️

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06/02/2026

💜 June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month.

Join us in raising awareness and helping protect older adults in our community. If you suspect elder abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation, please contact Adult Protective Services at 740-992-2117.

05/29/2026

MEIGS COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS:
Meigs Local Summer Meals Program Info: (Including info on Pre-registration!)

📍 Meigs Elementary Address:
36871 SR 124, Middleport

🍎 Any child ages 1–18 is eligible!

✅ While we primarily target our immediate area, ANY child is welcome to receive meals.

✅ No income form is required for meals — just a short registration form.
We will have forms available on site and staff can help you complete them.

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🚨🚨 PRE-REGISTRATION OPPORTUNITIES 🚨🚨
(Pre-registration encouraged, but not required)

⭐ AVOID WAIT TIMES DURING PICKUP WEEK! Pre-registered vehicles w/ tags can move to the front of the line! ⭐

📍 ALL preregistrations will take place at Meigs Elementary in the FRONT PARKING LOT.

🚗 STAY IN YOUR CAR — NO NEED TO GET OUT!

📝 GET REGISTERED EARLY AT ONE OF THESE TIMES:

📅 Thursday, 5/28 — 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
📅 Friday, 5/29 — 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
📅 Monday, 6/1 — 5:00 PM–7:00 PM

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🚗 WEEKLY 7-DAY MEAL PICKUP SITES
(Please visit only ONE of these locations each week.)

📍 Meigs Elementary (behind building)
Wednesdays beginning 6/3
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

📍 Star Mill Park – Racine
Thursdays beginning 6/4
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

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⚠️ IMPORTANT PICKUP INFORMATION ⚠️

Parent or guardian required at pickup.

Alternate caregivers ARE allowed to pick up meals ONLY if a signed alternate pickup form is on file.

❌ Handwritten notes will NOT be accepted.

If another adult is picking up during the first week, they MUST have your signed form or we cannot allow pickup.

Registration forms will be collected from every vehicle.

⚠️ There will be a pickup limit of 5 meal bags per adult UNLESS all children are from the same household.

Example: If Grandma is picking up for 2 separate families with 8 grandchildren total, an additional caregiver must also be present in the vehicle.

⭐ CHILDREN PRESENT IN THE VEHICLE OVERRIDE ALL CAREGIVER GUIDELINES ABOVE. ⭐

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We hope to see you at one of our pre-registration events!! If not, we hope to see you next Wednesday! ❤️

Please note that we encourage you to come to a pre-registration event if possible. We will post an online registration form Friday evening for those unable to make it, but still wish to pre-register. These cars will still have to go through the line on Wednesday to get their 'tags'.

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