Lucas Metropolitan Housing

08/12/2026

Congratulations go out to our Lucas Housing Services Corporation - LHSC Board of Directors member, Matt Bell! Well Deserved! 👏

We are proud to announce that Matt Bell, MSW, LSW, CIP, has been selected as the 2026 College of Health and Human Services Distinguished Alumnus!

A proud University of Toledo graduate, Matt has turned his personal journey into a mission of hope and healing. As Founder and CEO of Team Recovery, he has built one of Ohio's leading addiction treatment organizations, expanding access to recovery services while advocating for individuals, families and communities affected by substance use disorders.

Matt's leadership extends beyond Team Recovery through his service as Board Chair of the OneOhio Foundation, his work with Lucas Housing Services Corporation, and the Team Recovery Foundation. His commitment to servant leadership, innovation and community impact embodies the values of the College of Health and Human Services.

We look forward to honoring Matt during the University of Toledo Homecoming Gala on Friday, Oct. 9, where he will officially receive the 2026 College of Health and Human Services Distinguished Alumnus Award.

Congratulations, Matt, on this well-deserved recognition! We can't wait to celebrate with you.

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08/12/2026

💙 Wellness Wednesday | Protect Your Peace

Mental wellness deserves the same attention as physical wellness.

Life can be demanding, and constantly carrying stress without taking time to reset can affect your mood, energy, sleep, and relationships.

Give yourself permission to pause.

Take five slow breaths. Step away from the noise. Write down what you are feeling. Talk with someone you trust. Spend a few quiet minutes doing something that brings you peace.

Here at Lucas Metropolitan Housing, we understand that stronger communities begin with people who feel supported, respected, and valued. That includes encouraging our residents and employees to care for their mental and emotional well-being.

You do not have to solve everything today. Sometimes the healthiest decision is simply to stop, breathe, and begin again.

Your peace matters. Protect it.

08/10/2026

💙 Motivational Monday | Start Where You Are 💙

You don’t need the perfect moment, the perfect plan, or all the answers before you begin.

Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.

Progress begins when we stop waiting for everything to line up and take the next step with what is already in our hands.

At Lucas Metropolitan Housing, we know meaningful change happens one step at a time. One decision. One opportunity. One person willing to believe that tomorrow can be better than today.

So this Monday, don’t underestimate your starting point. You already have something to build on.

Take the step. Make the move. Keep going.

You don’t have to do everything today. You just have to do something that moves you forward. 💙

Because beyond the bricks, we’re building possibilities.

08/07/2026

💙 Feel-Good Friday | Our Stories. Our Voices. Our Community.

Lucas Metropolitan Housing has officially launched our YouTube channel, and we have partnered with Riverside, a leading podcasting platform trusted by Spotify, Microsoft, Marvel, The New York Times, and many others.

These platforms will help LMH strengthen connections with our residents, employees, community partners, and the people of Lucas County.

Through our YouTube channel and upcoming Beyond the Bricks podcast, we will:

🎥 Share powerful resident and employee stories
🎙️ Highlight community partners and local leaders
🏘️ Provide important housing information and resources
💼 Showcase pathways to education, employment, wellness, and self-sufficiency
💬 Create honest conversations about the challenges and successes within our communities
💙 Give residents a platform to share their voices and lived experiences

This is about more than producing content. It is about building trust, increasing transparency, celebrating progress, and making sure our community feels seen, heard, and connected.

📣 Join us on this journey!

Subscribe to the Lucas Metropolitan Housing YouTube channel, turn on your notifications, watch our latest videos, and share the channel with your family and friends.

▶️ Subscribe today: https://www.youtube.com/-k4u

Our community has powerful stories to tell, and we are just getting started!

08/05/2026

💙 Wellness Wednesday | Move Your Way

You don’t need an expensive gym membership to become more active. Walking, stretching, dancing, gardening, and playing with your children all count as movement.

The goal is simple: move more and sit less.

Try taking a 10-minute walk, using the stairs, stretching during a television break, or turning on your favorite song and dancing like nobody is recording.

Through wellness efforts such as Move, Groove & Breathe, Lucas Metropolitan Housing encourages our employees and community members to find enjoyable ways to stay active, reduce stress, and build healthy habits.

Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.

Every movement matters, and every step moves us toward a healthier LMH community.

08/03/2026

💙 Motivational Monday | Progress Looks Different for Everyone

It is easy to look at someone else’s journey and wonder if you are moving fast enough. But life is not a race, and progress does not follow one schedule.

Some victories are loud and visible. Others happen quietly through healing, learning, rebuilding, and simply refusing to give up.

At Lucas Metropolitan Housing, we understand that meaningful progress begins with stability, opportunity, and people who believe in your potential. Whether you are taking a giant leap or one small step, forward is still forward.

Honor your pace. Give yourself grace. Celebrate how far you have come, and keep believing in where you are going.

Your next chapter is still being written.

07/31/2026

💙 Voices of Collingwood Green
Season One Finale | Episode Four: Mr. and Mrs. Tyus: Love, Purpose, and Community

We are closing out the first season of Voices of Collingwood Green with a story about love, ambition, creativity, partnership, and the power of finding a place that truly feels like home.

For the past six years, Mr. Ricky Tyus has proudly called Collingwood Green home. It is where he has found peace, built meaningful relationships, and created a quality of life that allows him to continue pursuing his purpose.

Ricky is an accomplished writer, entrepreneur, and visionary involved in multiple business ventures. Last year, he began one of the most meaningful chapters of his life when he married his wife, Pam.

Together, Ricky and Pam have built a life grounded in love, purpose, and partnership.

They value the welcoming atmosphere at Collingwood Green, the friendly conversations, familiar faces, and neighbors who genuinely look out for one another. Ricky also praised the maintenance team for its professionalism, responsiveness, and commitment to residents.

“They are always willing to help, and they get things done,” he shared.

Pam offered a powerful piece of wisdom that stood out during their conversation:

“Don’t complain about what you allow.”

Simple words, but a serious message about accountability, boundaries, and the choices we make in life.

For Ricky and Pam, home is more than four walls. It is a place where they can dream, build, create, love, and enjoy life together. Their story reminds us that quality affordable housing is about creating communities where people feel respected, supported, connected, and empowered to move forward.

As Season One comes to a close, we thank every resident who trusted us with their story. Their voices remind us that beyond the bricks, it is always about people. 💙

🎥 Watch Episode Four, meet Mr. and Mrs. Tyus, and stay tuned for another season of stories created to connect, uplift, and inspire.

07/30/2026

💙 COMING TOMORROW: THE SEASON ONE FINALE!

We are closing out the first season of Voices of Collingwood Green with a story filled with love, ambition, creativity, and community!

Episode Four introduces Mr. Ricky Tyus, an accomplished writer, entrepreneur, and visionary involved in multiple business ventures. Last year, he began an exciting new chapter when he married his wife, Pam, bringing even more love and purpose into his journey.

In the finale, Mr. and Mrs. Tyus share their story, their connection, and how they have pushed through.

This is more than a resident spotlight. It is a celebration of love, legacy, entrepreneurship, and the remarkable people living within our communities.

🎥 Don’t miss Episode Four tomorrow, the Season One finale of Voices of Collingwood Green!

07/29/2026

💙 Wellness Wednesday | Build a Better Plate

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated, or expensive.

Start by building a balanced plate with colorful fruits and vegetables, lean protein, whole grains, and a sensible portion of the foods you enjoy. Small choices can create meaningful change over time.

At Lucas Metropolitan Housing, we believe building strong communities also means encouraging healthy habits that help our residents, employees, and families thrive.

This week’s challenge:

🥦 Add one vegetable to your dinner
🍎 Choose fruit for a snack
💧 Replace one sugary drink with water
🍽️ Slow down and enjoy your meal

Healthy living is not about chasing perfection. It is about making better choices whenever you can.

One plate. One choice. One healthier step forward.

07/27/2026

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