February 17, 2021 – Although an in-person gathering was not feasible this year because of COVID-19, Blossom Hill staff and board members gathered virtually to celebrate staff milestone anniversaries that spanned from 5 to 30 years with the organization. Executive Director Lynne Urbanski said, “I am so proud to work with all the people being…
Read MoreYvonne Rodriguez, RN, and Devin Peck, RN, Join Blossom Hill as Director of Nursing and Assistant Director of NursingRodriguez and Peck to Bring Nearly 30 years’ Nursing Experience January 11, 2021 – At the beginning of the new year, Blossom Hill, Inc. welcomed Yvonne Rodriguez, RN, as the Director of Nursing and Devin Peck, RN,…
Read MoreRecently, we emailed questions to Shirley, the mother of Mary Jo, who has called Blossom Hill “home” for over 30 years. Shirley told us a little more about Mary Jo, their struggle to find the right fit for her, and how she eventually came to Blossom Hill, back when it known as Haven Hill and…
Read MoreBlossom Hill operates four houses and cares for 36 individuals with a team of 100 staff members but the 52-year-old nonprofit organization did not get here alone. It has relied on the communities and supporters who have been personally affected by Blossom Hill or who just want to support an important cause. “Even though their…
Read MoreStarting December 17 through 23, Five Below in Avon Commons will donate 10% of proceeds to Blossom Hill. If you are shopping at Five Below in Avon (35852 Detroit Rd, Avon, OH 44011), please present the coupon below to participate. You can just pull it up on your phone. You can also access the coupon…
Read MoreCommunity West FoundationMaria Estes, Marketing and Communications Director440-360-7356Maria.Estes@cwfc.org Blossom Hill, Inc. Emily Dubyoski, Marketing Manager440-666-6147EmilyD@Blossom-Hill.orgFor Immediate Release Community West Foundation Grants $589,800 to Local Nonprofit Agencies – The Community West Foundation Board of Directors approved $589,800 in fourth quarter grants to nonprofit agencies that provide basic needs services to the community in Cleveland,…
Read MoreAfter breaking ground in early November, Blossom Hill recently complete Phase I, a therapeutic walking path, of its outdoor activities center. Our Individuals, families, and staff now have a safe place to walk, relax, and enjoy the outdoors in the backyard of the Blossom & Haven Houses. Phase I of the project was funded by…
Read MoreThis story was sent to us by Barry’s sister Nancy as part of the Our Story Matters campaign, aimed at bringing to life the stories of the people that make up our rich and vibrant organization. “My brother Barry came into our home as a foster baby like all the other babies my parents cared…
Read MoreLinda has been the primary caregiver for her son, Christopher, for over 30 years. As a complete quadriplegic and non-verbal, Linda relies on her son’s facial expressions to understand his needs. That’s why, she says, his laid-back personality, his pleasant demeanor and his smiles are very reassuring to her on her hardest days. And, because…
Read MoreErnie has lived at Parma House since it opened in 1993. He enjoys watching football, traveling, and drinking coffee. He took a very memorable trip to Disney World in 2017 accompanied by two DSP caregivers and said his favorite ride was, “the plane ride on our way there in First Class!” He’s also been to…
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