Lambton County Developmental Services - LCDS

06/15/2026

Join us for the LCDS Annual General Meeting on Monday, June 22 at 7:00 PM at the LCDS Administration Office in Petrolia.

We will share highlights from our 70th year and updates on the work continuing to create inclusion and opportunity for people with developmental disabilities across Lambton County.

Please RSVP to Magda at 519-882-0933 or [email protected]. 💜💚

06/15/2026

Building Stronger FASD Supports in Our Community💚💜
We are grateful to everyone who helped make our recent FASD Lunch & Learn a meaningful and impactful event.
On June 12, the Sarnia-Lambton FASD Network hosted healthcare professionals from across the region for this important learning opportunity focused on building local capacity in FASD awareness and diagnosis.
A hugethank you to the Sarnia-Lambton FASD Network Committee for their leadership and dedication, and to the Community Foundation for their generous support that made this initiative possible.
We extend sincere appreciation to Dr. Michelle Ponti for sharing her expertise, as well as to the many local physicians and healthcare professionals who joined us.
Thank you as well to Four Points by Sheraton in Point Edward for hosting us and providing a welcoming space for connection and learning.

06/12/2026

A great day to come and grab a cone at The Olde Post Office Gift Shoppe! Open until 8:30 tonight!

Almost summer! And the perfect day for a stroll for ice cream!!

06/12/2026

We are having fun at the 2026 DS Tech Showcase in London! Carrie from our Learning & Development team teamed up with Dwayne Melcher from Melcher Studios for a presentation exploring the latest hands‑on tech making waves in Developmental Services.
We’ve been working with Melcher Studios since 2023 to build VR training that boosts skills, confidence, and innovation. We are also welcoming other DS agencies to join us in bringing this game‑changing training to their teams. Find out more at https://lcdspetrolia.ca/virtual-reality-training/ 💚💜

06/11/2026

🌉 6th Annual London & Region FASD Virtual Conference
Bridging Research, Clinical, and Living Experience

Join professionals, caregivers, researchers, and community members for a two‑day virtual conference focused on strengthening understanding and support for individuals with FASD across the lifespan.

🗓️ October 20–21, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
💻 Virtual Event
📩 Zoom link sent to all participants on October 19, 2026

This year’s theme: Supporting Relationships in FASD: Building Bridges Across the Lifespan. We can't wait to bring together leading voices in research, clinical practice, and lived experience.

👉 Register Online: https://tinyurl.com/2mnrt7aj
Help spread the word and support stronger FASD awareness in our region.

06/11/2026

This June, LCDS joins organizations across the globe in celebrating Pride Month and honouring the voices, identities, and contributions of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. 💚💜🩷💛🏳️‍🌈

Our work in Developmental Services is rooted in person‑centred support and that includes affirming gender identity, sexual orientation, and the right to live authentically.

We remain committed to creating environments where people feel safe, respected, and empowered to pursue their goals and dreams.
Together, we build communities where everyone belongs.

06/11/2026

We’re shaking things up!
Milkshakes are now available at The Olde Post Office Gift Shoppe Open tonight and every night (except Sunday) until 8:30PM!

06/10/2026

LCDS was honoured at Appreciation Awards Breakfast this morning, celebrating their remarkable 50 years of strengthening our local workforce.

Nick Salaris, LCDS Executive Director, accepted the recognition on behalf of LCDS, highlighting our shared commitment to inclusive hiring, meaningful employment opportunities, and building a community where everyone belongs.

Half a century of impact is no small milestone and we’re proud to partner with The WorkPlace Group in creating accessible, supportive pathways to employment for people with developmental disabilities.

Here’s to the next 50 years of collaboration, innovation, and community leadership.💚💜

06/10/2026

Our first Family & Caregiver Night in May was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who joined us to talk about housing and the supports available through LCDS.

We’re excited to host our next session on Wednesday, June 24, this time with a focus on housing subsidies🏠💰. Families and caregivers are invited to come together, learn, ask questions, and share what matters most for the people with developmental disabilities we support as a community.

📅 Wednesday, June 24
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 LCDS Administration, Training Room — 339 Centre St., Petrolia

To RSVP, call 519‑882‑0933 or register online: https://tinyurl.com/3xfr6suc

We look forward to seeing you there.

06/09/2026

This week, LCDS is proud to host 19 participants from four Developmental Services agencies as we learn, grow, and strengthen how we support one another during times of crisis.

A huge thank‑you to ICISF’s (International Critical Incident Stress Foundation) Brian Bennett for leading us through this important Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) training.
Stronger together. 💚💜