NW Ohio CareNet

08/04/2025

08/04/2025

Thank you SeaGate Food Bank for all you do!

Hello Friends, 👋
Here is the senior box schedule for the month of August! We have a new site starting this month at the Wayman Palmer YMCA on August 7th! If you or someone you know is 60 or older and in need of a little extra help with food, then send us a text or give us a call at 419-244-6996. (for a site near you check out the map at the link below⬇)
https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1-69JvX4ZfXuRmw_6usHl_lys7D8O1ig&usp=sharing

07/31/2025

Mark your calendar for tomorrow, August 1st!

🍼 Need diapers or baby clothes? Don’t miss this FREE giveaway! 👕👶

Join The Pregnancy Center for a Diaper & Baby Clothing Giveaway:

📅 Friday, August 1st
⏰ 12 PM – 6 PM
📍 716 N. Westwood Ave., Toledo, OH

They’ll be giving away:
🧷 Diapers (Sizes 1–3)
🧸 Clothing (Sizes NB–2T)
📦 While supplies last!

Spread the word to anyone who could benefit! 💚

07/31/2025

It's happening today - stop by for a quick check of your health!

TOMORROW JULY 31st - Beach House Ashland Shelter - MOBILE HEALTH SCREENING - 1pm to 3pm - No Appointment Needed! Join Leading Families Home at 2283 Ashland Ave. for your free health screening offered by Kidney Foundation of Northwest Ohio and Mercy Health. First 10 walk-ins receive a complimentary hygiene kit!

07/28/2025

Lucas County Emergency Management Agency to begin monthly Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) tests starting Aug. 1

TOLEDO, Ohio — Beginning Friday, August 1, 2025, the Lucas County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) will launch monthly test messages using the Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system through FEMA’s Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) platform.

These test messages will be sent at noon on the first Friday of each month, aligning with the county’s regular outdoor warning siren tests. The goal of this initiative is to routinely test public alerting systems and ensure residents are familiar with the methods used to deliver critical emergency information.
Important information:

Real-world emergency alerts (e.g., severe weather, hazardous materials, evacuations) are automatically delivered to all compatible cell phones — no opt-in required.
Test alerts, however, require users to manually enable test messages in their phone settings. Residents who wish to receive these monthly test notifications are encouraged to check their phone settings and ensure “Test Alerts” are turned on. Instructions may vary by device and carrier.
When received, the alert will include a unique tone and vibration, similar to an AMBER Alert.
The Test Alert details will read, “This is a Test of the Lucas County, Ohio public alert and warning system. Not action is required.”
By coordinating these WEA/IPAWS tests with the monthly siren tests, Lucas County aims to create a consistent and recognizable time for residents to expect and become familiar with emergency alerting activity.

Lucas County’s IPAWS capability is offered in addition to its opt-in system, Lucas County Alerts, which delivers emergency and community notifications by text and email.

To learn more or to sign up for Lucas County Alerts, visit: www.lucascountyalerts.com.

Send a message to learn more

07/25/2025

The Ohio Department of Medicaid is now accepting applications for its Beneficiary Advisory Council (BAC). This council gives individuals and families with lived experience the chance to directly shape Medicaid policy and share feedback on what’s working—and what needs to change.

Who can apply?
Current or former Medicaid members
Parents, caregivers, or guardians of someone on Medicaid
Both paid and unpaid caregivers

Why this matters:
This is your chance to make your voice heard at the state level and help ensure Ohio’s Medicaid program is equitable, effective, and informed by real experiences. Member of the BAC will provide critical input on barriers to care, needed services, and ways the system can better support members.

Learn more and apply here:

This link will take you to a page that’s not on LinkedIn

07/09/2025

Join us on Tuesday, July 22 for Ins & Outs, a free virtual meeting for health and social service providers: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/V4sLnRq9SsGo28UwocEeGg #/registration

Agenda
9 am: JFS Update, Michael Pidsosny
10 am: Alzheimer's Association, Pam Myers
11 am: Thomas Wernert Center, Stacey Stubblefield
Noon: Family & Child Abuse Prevention Center, Brittany Clairday
1 pm: Cherry Street Mission Workforce Development, Carrie Arnold
2 pm: Toledo-Lucas County Homelessness Board, TBD
3 pm: T-Town Smiles, Lindy Cree

06/21/2025

Heat stroke is a serious medical emergency indicated by a dangerously high body temperature (104°F or higher) and changes in mental status or behavior, such as confusion, slurred speech, or loss of consciousness. Other symptoms can include rapid, strong pulse, rapid breathing, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, and hot, dry or flushed skin. If you suspect heat stroke, seek immediate medical attention

06/20/2025

Lucas County will be under an extreme heat advisory starting tomorrow. The City of Toledo has created a list of cooling stations that you can access here:

Extreme heat affects everyone, especially vulnerable groups like unhoused people, pregnant women, people with heart or lung conditions, young children,…

06/12/2025

Many thanks to everyone who donated during our first CareNet Day of Giving! If you missed it, you still can donate to CareNet to help care for our neighbors: https://www.toledocarenet.org/donate

06/11/2025

Your CareNet Day of Giving donation not only could be matched dollar-for-dollar, but it will help our community health workers assist their clients. Make a donation today to help care for neighbors: https://www.toledocarenet.org/donate