November has been set aside to recognize individuals and families that make the decision to provide a safe, loving, and permanent home for children in Allen County. Commissioners today(11/7/19) making a proclamation for National Adoption Month to the Allen County Board of Children Services for all they do in helping children in their care to find a family. So far this year, 7 adoptions have been finalized and 17 more children are waiting for a new family.

You could say he beat the system. One student shared with his story about going through Allen County Children Services and how he’s now thriving at the University of Findlay. Through the Public Children Services Association of Ohio, Roman Sandhu of Lima was recognized as one of five "Rising Up and Moving On" award winners. It’s an award given to those who have pushed through hard life situations and overcame obstacles to excel in their lives today.