Bright Start Therapy

10/01/2025

This is Molly and Carter Webb, of Ironton. They received services from the Early Intervention program, operated by the Lawrence County Developmental Disabilities. Early Intervention is part of a statewide system that provides coordinated services to children ages birth to 3 with disabilities or developmental delays, and their families. The local Early Intervention team includes Service Coordinators, Developmental Specialists and other service providers such as Occupational and Physical Therapists, Speech and Language professionals, and others to meet each child's unique needs.

At around 8 to 9 months old, Carter was not sitting up on her own or swallowing solid food. She was also showing signs of Autism, as she did not mimic words, make eye contact, or laugh.

After a visit with their Pediatrician, Carter and her mom, Molly, were referred to Early Intervention. Molly reports that upon receiving services, Carter “began to blossom”. She is now more accepting of new people in her life and continues to thrive. Carter is currently an active preschooler.

Early Intervention is linked to improved outcomes for children, leading to better cognitive, language, communication, and motor skills. Also, by addressing developmental issues early, children are less likely to need more intensive services later on.

Please Vote YES for the Lawrence County Developmental Disabilities Levy to keep Early Intervention services available to families in Lawrence County!

09/19/2025

This Levy is so important to our community 💙
For any questions, go to their website
www.everyonedeservesachance.com

The LCDD has decided on the following contingency plan should the levy fail, however we are hopeful this levy will pass and our programs will remain intact.

09/11/2025

A wonderful program! 🌈 ☀️

Did you know that Early Intervention (EI) is a statewide system that provides coordinated early intervention services to parents & caregivers of eligible children under the age of three with developmental delays or disabilities? The Lawrence County Developmental Disabilities EI staff and providers are highly trained professionals who are passionate about what they do. Research shows that starting services early gives a child the best chance to learn and grow, and may reduce the need for services later in life. In 2024, Lawrence County Developmental Disabilities served 184 children and their caregivers through EI.

07/21/2025

I worry that the next generation is losing the ability to read and write in cursive. As an OT, I see so many benefits: it improves motor memory and writing flow, reduces letter reversals, strengthens fine motor skills, supports focus and self-regulation, and even helps with spelling and reading. For some kids, cursive is actually easier. And let’s be honest, it’s pretty too.
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07/21/2025

A great resource for local families 🩵

05/04/2025

We are hiring an Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team in Lawrence County, Ohio (birth to 3 population).

🩷Full time flexible position with the ability to make your own schedule and manage your caseload size. Up to $55/hr depending on experience. Also a SIGN ON BONUS!

Feel free to share or message me for details. $200 referral fee if they are hired… so send everyone our way 😃

*art credit goes to ShainaLynn Art 🎨

04/29/2025

Free Sports Physicals! Josh Addis will be at Rock Hill. ⚽️ ⚾️ 🏈

**From RHHS AD, Mark Lutz**

King’s daughters will be here Tuesday, May 6 to do free physicals from 9 to 11 AM. Students need to get a physical form filled out ahead of time. Blank physical forms are available in the office.

**Please Share**

04/05/2025

We're seeking an Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team in Lawrence County, Ohio. We work with the birth to 3 population in their homes.

🩷Full time flexible position with the ability to make your own schedule and manage your caseload size. Up to $55/hr depending on experience

Feel free to share or message me for details. 😃

03/24/2025

We are still seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech Therapist to join our Early Intervention team in Lawrence County, OH. Contact me if you have any questions or know anyone interested! 🩷

We're seeking an Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team in Lawrence County, Ohio. This is for the birth to 3 population.

🩷Full time flexible position with the ability to make your own schedule and manage your caseload size.

Feel free to share or message me for details. 😃

03/14/2025

A great resource for our area!

The Marshall University Speech and Hearing Center (MUSHC) working in tandem with the Huntington Scottish Rite Foundation will expand the center’s pediatric feeding and swallowing therapy services, thanks to a $25,000 grant from the Tri-State Doctor’s Care of Cabell County. This funding has enabl...

03/12/2025

Come grab some new art while enjoying a bowl of delicious chili! 🌶️🖼️

03/11/2025

Brynn is the best!!! She is so organized and knowledgeable. We are so lucky to work with her. 🥰

We are excited to announce our new staff recognition program, “Staff Star”. Please help us congratulate our very first “Staff Star” Brynn Murnahan. Brynn has been a part of the Lawrence County Developmental Disabilities (LCDD) Family since 2009. She began her career as a substitute personal aid at Open Door School, then became full time where she worked until 2019 when she became an SSA Assistant. In 2022, she became a Service Coordinator for Early Intervention and continues in this role today helping children and families from birth to age 3.
Recently we had the privilege to speak with a mother of a young child who receives services through Early Intervention, “Brynn and the EI Team have taught me how to help my child better develop. Brynn has been amazing. She’s not only there to help support my child but to help me support my child.”
Brynn is passionate about what she does. When speaking with Brynn’s coworkers you will hear that she goes “above and beyond” for the families she serves and her “work family”. She is described as “always positive” and “willing to help in any way she is asked”. She is eager to help and volunteer whenever she is needed. If there is a community event going on you will probably see her there. If so, stop by and say hello and let her tell you about the services she and the Early Intervention team provide to not only children but their entire family and support system.
When we asked Brynn why she continues in this line of work she smiled and said, “The biggest reason of why I’m here is the impact we make on our families and the value we bring to our community.” Thanks Brynn for being an amazing advocate for our individuals and exemplifying what Lawrence County Developmental Disabilities stands for.
If you are interested in learning more about Early Intervention or other services please visit our website www.lawrencedd.org, follow us on Facebook at Lawrence County DD, or give us a call at 740-532-0406.