Lambton County Developmental Services - LCDS

12/20/2025

🎄 On the Ninth Day of Christmas…
From silver to gold, our 12 Days Before Christmas continues with a radiant star made entirely from glitter. Krista gathered every bit of gold sparkle she could find to craft this shining symbol of the season, just in time for Christmas.

✨ Each year, we celebrate creativity by inviting the people we support to design holiday cards that shine with joy, warmth, and festive cheer.

💌 Keep following along as we share more festive creations each day, each one adding a new glow to the holiday countdown. Only three days to go!

12/20/2025

The Petrolia Community Refrigerator (PCR) is a vital resource for our community, making sure everyone has access to essentials when they need them most. It runs on the concept of "Take What You Need - Leave What You Can." Open 365 days and 24/7.
This time of year, our Lambton County community has really come together to make sure everyone has food on their table. With demand growing, LCDS is helping by storing extra supplies in our Administration Office to support the need.
PCR Volunteers Larry, Harvey, Darren and Les are pictured here working hard to sort a large donation from the Plympton-Wyoming Public School
You can help keep shelves stocked by donating:
👉Non-homemade food items: canned goods, boxed meals, pasta, rice, cereal, peanut butter, and other shelf-stable staples
👉Personal hygiene products: soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, feminine hygiene items, and other daily essentials
👉Excess food from service club or organization events is welcomed, as long as it has been prepared and handled in a Lambton Public Health approved facility
Where to drop off donations:
💚Petrolia Community Refrigerator, 4169 PETROLIA, Petrolia. Rear of the church, in the parking lot.
💜Larger donations can be brought to St. Paul's United Church (call 519-882-1390) or by contacting a PCR volunteer.

For a list of Food Banks in Lambton County visit -Friendly Sarnia-Lambton's website https://www.agefriendlysarnialambton.ca/services/list/10572

12/19/2025

🎅He's making a List, and checking it twice....🤶
Some of the people we support had the chance to meet Santa this week, and their smiles say it all.

📸 Andy, Bill, Ryan, Taylor, Matt, and Jacob each enjoyed a magical moment with Santa, spreading holiday cheer and joy throughout Lambton County.

🎄 Happy Holidays everyone!

12/19/2025

Celebrating Inclusion: Our Inaugural LCDS Inclusive Communities Award 🌟
For over 70 years, LCDS has been dedicated to building inclusive communities in Lambton County, where people with developmental disabilities are valued, supported, and empowered to live their best lives, one person at a time.
This year, we introduced the LCDS Inclusive Communities Award at NLSS and LCCVI. Each award, valued at $500, recognizes graduating students who lead with empathy, advocate for inclusion, and create environments where everyone feels they belong.
We are proud to present the very first awards to Regan Jacklin (LCCVI, first photo) and Lily Heynsbergen (NLSS, second photo). Both 2025 graduates have shown what it means to stand up for inclusion and ensure everyone feels valued.
Congratulations Lily and Regan! You inspire us all, and we can’t wait to see the difference you’ll continue to make in your communities.💚💜

12/19/2025

🎄 On the Eighth Day of Christmas…
Our 12 Days Before Christmas continues with a silver winter wonderland. Bobby’s handmade card sparkles with snowy magic and features a pair of reindeers enjoying the frosty scene.
✨ Each year, we celebrate the holiday spirit by inviting the people we support to design holiday cards that shine with joy, sparkle, and cheer, just like Bobby's.
💌 Keep following along as we share more festive designs each day, each one adding to the magic of the holidays. Only four more to go! 💜💚

12/18/2025

🎄 On the Seventh Day of Christmas…
Our 12 Days Before Christmas continues with a card full of holiday tradition that captures the cozy magic of Christmas morning. Rose used her handprint to create a Christmas tree, then added stockings hung by the chimney with care and presents waiting under the tree.

🌟 Each card in this series reflects the imagination and spirit of the people we support at LCDS.

💌 Keep following along as we share more joyful creations each day, each one adding to the celebration of the season.

12/17/2025

🎄 On the Sixth Day of Christmas…
Our 12 Days Before Christmas celebration continues with a festive wreath adorned with a bold red bow and the cheerful holiday greeting. This beautiful card was designed by Yvonne, whose creativity brings holiday warmth to life at LCDS.

🌟 Every design tells its own story. Yvonne’s wreath of welcome card reflects the joy and imagination of the people we support.

💌 Stay tuned as we share more unique creations each day, as we count down to December 25❄️

12/16/2025

✨ Holiday Open House Success!
This week, Jami (middle) and Sharon (right) opened their home in Petrolia to host a festive Holiday Open House. Friends, neighbours, and family were welcomed with homemade cookies, peanut butter balls, and punch. Each guest also received a handwritten card and a special treat to take home.

🎄 Supported by LCDS and pictured here with staff member Wendy, Jami and Sharon brought their Life Plan goal to life in the most joyful way. Their hospitality, hard work, preparation, and holiday spirit was felt by all and they knocked it out of the park!

12/16/2025

🎄 On the Fifth Day of Christmas…
Our 12 Days Before Christmas continues with a handmade card that captures the spirit of Santa himself. Featuring a jolly suit and sparkling belt, this festive design was created by Mandie, one of the talented people we are proud to support at LCDS.

✨ Each year, we invite the people we support to let thier creativty and holiday spirit fly and design holiday cards that shine with joy, warmth, and festive cheer.

💌 Keep following along. Each day before Christmas we will unveil more magical creations that bring the season to life.

12/16/2025

🎉 Big cheers for Dale! We’re so thankful for the countless volunteer hours Dale has also poured into LCDS. Your generosity, energy, and heart make a real difference, especially lifting all that ice at Fusion! Our community is stronger because of you, thank you.
If you are interested in volunteering with LCDS find out more info at https://lcdspetrolia.ca/volunteer/

What can we say that covers the role Dale Druiett plays for Parks and Recreation in the Town of Petrolia? Celebrating 10 years of dedication to the Town, and many more as a volunteer, we were grateful to recognize his efforts tonight at Council!

Chad Williams, Parks & Recreation; and Paul Martin, Public Works are also celebrating 10 years of dedicated service to the Town of Petrolia! (Not pictured). We thank them both for all that they do also.

A huge thank you to all three, for your commitment and dedication to Petrolia!

12/15/2025

🎅💜Giving Season Update: Safer Patio in Alvinston 💚🎄
Earlier this month LCDS launched our campaign to build a cushioned, slip-resistant SofSurfaces patio between our Alvinston homes. This new space will replace hard cement and give Rosie, Ernest, and Brian the chance to enjoy the outdoors with greater confidence, comfort, and peace of mind.

We’re excited to share that we’ve already raised over $2,500 of our $8,000 goal 👏🎉Thank you to everyone who has supported us so far, but we still working hard meet goal by the end of this year!
Donate today and give the gift of safety and comfort:
👉 https://tinyurl.com/GivetoLCDS or by calling 519-882-0933

12/15/2025

🎄 On the Fourth Day of Christmas…

Our 12 Days Before Christmas continues with a handmade card featuring a happy snowman, reindeer, presents, and all things Christmas, created by Keri, one of the talented people we’re proud to support at LCDS.

✨ Each year, we invite the people we support to share their creativity through holiday card designs that sparkle with joy, warmth, and festive cheer.

💌 Keep following along, each day before Christmas we’ll be unveiling more magical creations.