Ashland's Levy Season: Community, Care, and Quirky Giveaways
Episode Overview
The levy funds vital mental health and substance use services. Community involvement is crucial for the levy campaign's success. Fun events like fairs and festivals offer unique giveaways. Support services include school programmes and senior initiatives. The levy provides flexibility for local programme design.
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What drives someone to support their community through a levy campaign? Episode 100 of 'Keeping Ashland Healthy' brings you right into the heart of Ashland County's efforts to continue essential mental health and recovery services. With David Ross, Executive Director of the Mental Health and Recovery Board, and Rick Ford from the Ashland County Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, listeners get an insider's view of the upcoming levy campaign.
The episode kicks off with a warm invitation to the September 10th breakfast at Ashland University, where you'll hear from local leaders and grab a levy yard sign. This lively discussion covers the critical services funded by the levy, like school-community liaison programmes and senior support services. You'll find out why these initiatives are indispensable for Ashland residents and how the levy ensures their continuity.
The episode isn't just about logistics; it's packed with fun events like the Ashland County Fair and Loudonville Bigfoot Festival, where you can snag quirky giveaways. Listeners are also encouraged to get involved by distributing signs or attending events, with the hosts explaining how even small contributions make a big difference. As the levy campaign heats up, this episode offers valuable insights into how community-driven initiatives can shape the future of mental health services in Ashland County.
So, if you're curious about how a local levy impacts mental health services or just want to hear about some exciting community events, this episode is for you. How will you contribute to keeping Ashland healthy?