Creating Safer Homes Candace Buckley on Lead Awareness and Protecting Northwest Ohio Families

Safe homes are the foundation of healthy families. In this week’s Taylor Community Connection, we sit down with Candace Buckley, Executive Director of the Toledo Lead Resource Center, to discuss the important work being done to protect families across Northwest Ohio from the dangers of lead exposure.

Candace shares how her team is focused on raising awareness and providing practical tools that help families create safer living environments, especially in older homes where lead risks are more common. Through education, outreach, and advocacy, the Toledo Lead Resource Center is helping residents better understand the risks and take meaningful steps toward prevention.

In our conversation, Candace emphasizes the importance of meeting people where they are. Whether it is connecting families with lead testing, providing access to resources, or offering guidance through the process, her team works to ensure support is both accessible and effective.

She also highlights the power of collaboration, working alongside local partners to create long term solutions that protect children and strengthen communities. By focusing on prevention and education, the Toledo Lead Resource Center is helping reduce risk and build a healthier future for families across the region.

This episode is a reminder that awareness and action go hand in hand when it comes to protecting our communities.

👉 Watch now to hear how Candace Buckley and the Toledo Lead Resource Center are helping families create safer homes and protect the next generation.