Lambton County Developmental Services - LCDS

12/07/2025

💚💜LCDS online 50/50 Raffle! 💚💜
Our last 50/50 winner took home over $1,700! 🎉
This time, it could be YOU!
✅ Tickets start at just $10
📅 Draw closes December 15
💰 Half the pot goes to the winner – the other half helps fund Accessibility Assets like mobility devices, ramps, automated doors, and assistive technology that make life easier for people with developmental disabilities.
Tim and Dale know how important these supports are, and your ticket purchase makes a real difference!
👉 Get your tickets now: www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/lambtoncds
Don’t wait – the pot is growing! 💰

12/05/2025

🎄 The Holiday Season is Here!
Jami and Wendy are spreading cheer by hanging a beautiful wreath on the door, a welcoming touch for this magical time of year.
✨ Want to keep the festive spirit going?
Come see us in the Petrolia Christmas Parade, "Christmas on the Farm," tomorrow! Wave hello and share the joy as we celebrate together.
📍 Where: Downtown Petrolia
📅 When: Saturday, December 6 at 2PM– don’t miss it!
Pertolia also has Outdoor Christmas Market at the Farmers Market from 9AM - 2PM.
Let’s make this season bright! 🌟

12/03/2025

Grateful This Holiday Season ✨
LCDS kicked off the holiday season this past weekend with fundraising cheer thanks to Basement Boss and the 175 guests who joined us at the Oil Springs Centre for A Christmas Murder Mystery on Saturday night.
Together, we raised over $10,000! 👏
These proceeds will go directly toward supporting people with developmental disabilities in Lambton County, helping provide accessible transportation, mobility tools, and safe, welcoming homes.
A huge thank you to Carole, Paul, Erika, Kristina and the entire Basement Boss team for hosting such a spectacular event, and to everyone who came out to celebrate. Your generosity helps us build inclusive communities where everyone belongs.
💜💚From all of us at LCDS, thank you for making this holiday season brighter!

12/03/2025

🌍 International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025💚💜
Today, we join the global community in recognizing the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) under the theme:
“Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress.”
At LCDS, our mission is to empower people with developmental disabilities with care, connection and excellence. This day reminds us that inclusion is the foundation of sustainable development, and it starts with each of us.
How you can participate:
👉Support local businesses that create inclusive spaces, like Watford Foodland who collaborates with LCDS' Empowering Employment program.
👉Advocate for equal opportunities in your community.
👉Engage in conversations about accessibility and inclusion.
To learn more about LCDS' Empowering Employment services, visit www.lcdspetrolia.ca/service/empowering-employment

Why this matters:
👉Promoting the rights, dignity, and well-being of persons with disabilities strengthens communities.
👉Inclusion in political, social, economic, and cultural life benefits everyone.

Together, let’s build a society where differences are celebrated, barriers are removed, and progress is shared by all.

12/02/2025

💜Meet Brian, Ernest & Rosie💚
This Giving Tuesday, we’re celebrating the amazing people who inspire our mission to emplower people with developmental disabilities. Brian, Ernest, and Rosie love spending time outdoors, but safety matters.
That’s why LCDS is raising $8,000 to build a SofSURFACES cushioned safety patio at our Lovell Street homes in Alvinston. This will create a safe, accessible space for everyone to enjoy fresh air without fear of falls.
✅ Join us in making this dream a reality. Donate 👉 link in our bio
or 519-882-0933
Every gift brings comfort, confidence, and connection.

12/01/2025

💜'Twas the Night Before Giving Tuesday💚
This giving season, LCDS is asking our community to help create a safe, accessible outdoor space for residents in Alvinston.
We’re building a cushioned surface in our courtyard patio that will help reduce fall risks and bring peace of mind.
Thanks to SofSurfaces who kicked off our campaign with a generous donation!
We need your help to raise $8,000 to make this vision a reality. Every dollar counts and every gift makes a difference!
💜 Donate today and give the gift of safety and comfort:
At https://tinyurl.com/GivetoLCDS or by calling 519-882-0933
📅 The campaign runs all December, let’s make this happen together!

🎁🤶’Twas the Night Before Giving Tuesday🎅🎁
’Twas the night before Giving Tuesday in Lambton County,
Where kindness and care are always in bounty.
At LCDS, we dreamed of a safer new way,
For our Alvinston home residents to enjoy every day.
The cement was hard, the risk was real,
Ernest and Brian know how a fall can feel.
Rosie deserves peace of mind,
A cushioned new surface, safe and kind.
In Alvinston’s heart, where fields stretch wide,
And the Brooke-Alvinston-Inwood Centre stands with pride,
Where Killer Bees skate and mead still flows,
Community spirit has always glowed.
And thanks to SofSURFACES—a local business name,
We’ll change lives one person at a time, that’s our aim.
So, this Giving Tuesday, we ask you to share,
Your gift brings safety, comfort, and care.

11/30/2025

💚💜We’re building something safer in Alvinston. 🌱
With a generous gift from , LCDS is raising funds for a cushioned patio at our Lovell Street residence, so residents prone to falls can enjoy the outdoors with peace of mind.
Stay tuned for more information this Giving Tuesday, December 2.
Will you join us?

11/28/2025

The County of Lambton is looking is conducting a
Housing Needs Assessment. Have your say!

The Housing Services department has launched a community input survey to collect feedback on current and future housing needs across Lambton County.
Learn more and complete the survey at lambtononline.ca/housing today!

11/22/2025

💡 Did you know? In our last 50/50 draw, the winner took home over $1,700!
This time, it could be YOU!
🎉 LCDS Online 50/50 Fundraiser is LIVE on www.lcdspetrolia.ca!
✅ Tickets start at just $10
📅 Draw closes December 15
💰 Half the pot goes to the winner, half supports Accessibility Assets like ramps, automated doors, and assistive devices for people with developmental disabilities.
👉 Get your tickets now: link in our bio
Don’t wait 💚the pot is growing 💜

11/19/2025

We learned the Secret to Perfect Pie in Forest! 👩‍🍳 🍏🥧

Last month, Wes, Bill, Emma, Tara, and Sarah rolled up their sleeves and got schooled by the Forest Fair Board on all things apple pie!
From slicing and peeling those crisp apples to rolling and shaping the perfect dough, our crew learned the sweet science of apple pie.
This outing was made possible by LCDS Community Connection's Weekend Recreation Program, which is entirely funded by the LCDS Foundation and fundraising efforts, like our annual Charity Golf Tournament. To get involved or learn more visit www.lcdspetrolia.ca.
Big thanks to the Fall Fair for sharing their pie-making magic! Who else is craving a slice right now? 🙋‍♀️