Presentation on Toledo State Hospital at Way Library
On Wednesday, April 29th at 7 pm, Jane Weber will speak about the history, people, and cemeteries of the Toledo State Hospital.
Toledo State Hospital was once home for many people who dealt with behavioral changes caused by a variety of psychiatric, neurological, and medical conditions. This presentation will take a look back at the history of treatment in Northwest Ohio, and will share some of the stories of those who were patients there, including those from Wood County. The journey to restore the long forgotten Toledo State Hospital Cemeteries and honor almost 2,000 men, women, children and veterans buried there will also be highlighted.
Ms. Weber retired in 2010 as Director of Volunteer Services from Northwest Ohio Psychiatric Hospital, sometimes still called Toledo State Hospital, after a 38 year history working in Ohio psychiatric and developmental facilities. She has volunteered as a member of the Toledo State Hospital Cemetery Reclamation Committee since its inception in 2005, working to honor those buried in two neglected South Toledo state hospital cemeteries and recording hospital history. Ms. Weber has long been an advocate of those with behavioral disorders, including 8 years as president of the board of the Mental Health Association of Lucas County. She currently works as a church organist and accompanist, and operates a garden grooming business.
The event is free and refreshments will be served.
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