12.02.11

Buy Your MCH Gift Basket in Time for Christmas!

It's not too late! There is still time to get your Medina Creative Housing Christmas Gift Basket. These variety of baskets are a great way to bring holiday cheer to your friends and family. Basket selections are as follow:

Java Joy Basket

1lb. of Medina Creative Coffee
2 Medina Creative Housing Signature Coffee Cups
Keepsake Candy Cane Box & Bow

$30

Holiday Hope Basket

1lb. of Medina Creative Coffee
2 Medina Creative Housing Signature Coffee Cups
2 Bars of McJak Fudge
1 Box of Cookies
1 Package of Nuts
1 Godiva Chocolate/Peppermint Bar
Keepsake Candy Cane Box & Bow

$50

Plenty of Peace Basket:

2 lbs. of Medina Creative Coffee
2 Medina Creative Housing Signature Coffee Cups
2 Medina Creative Housing Signature Travel Mugs
4 Bars of McJak Fudge
2 Boxes of Cookies
2 Packages of Nuts
2 A.I. Root Candles
1 Godiva Chocolate/Peppermint Bar
Keepsake Candy Cane Box & Bow

$75

For more information or to order please call (330) 591-4434 or e-mail kimberly@medinacreativeaccessibility.com

11.03.11

Life Steps Christmas Camp

December 19th through 30th campers ages 8 and up will be able to enjoy seasonal crafts, games and field trips this holiday season. The life steps Christmas camp offers two weeks of learning experiences for campers with disabilities. The camp will run Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (extended hours are available if needed). Application deadline is November 30 with a limited number of camper slots available and they will be given out on a first come first serve basis. Camp rates are $250 per week or day spots are available for $50. Please call Sharon Biggins to reserve a spot at the 2011 Life Steps Christmas Camp. (330) 591-4434

10.02.11

Buy Your "Path to Independence" Engraved Brick Today!

If you haven't already ordered your engraved brick for the "Path to Independence" it's not to late! The "Path to Independence" will be constructed at the Medina Creative Living III units. This is a great way to honor the memory of a loved one, show your family's support of MCH or to promote your business.

12 x 12 Engraved Limestone Brick

* Text Only $400
* Logo Only $450
* Text & Logo $500

8 x 8 Engraved Brick (text only) $100

4 x 8 Engraved Brick (text only) $50

08.03.11

More Homes, More Happy People

The Ohio Housing Finance Administration has approved funding that will allow the construction of Medina Creative Living IV to begin. The new garden style apartment units will be constructed on Medina Creative Living Way just off of Grande Blvd. where the Medina Creative Living III units are soon to open. We are very excited for these new units which will certainly change the lives of the individuals that are next in line on the our waiting list. The project is planned to have 6 new units built with construction starting in September 2011.

07.03.11

2nd Annual Independence Walk

On July 3rd Medina Creative Housing's 2nd Annual Independence Walk and Celebration took place and was a tremendous success. The walk which began at Medina Creative Living I & II and went to the future MCL III site located off of Grande Blvd. The walk also featured a barbecue, games, music and was capped off by fireworks was a terrific fun filled night enjoyed by many members of the community. MCH Board of Trustees President, Mike Carlson, spoke briefly to the crowd on the importance of the work that MCH does for individuals with disabilities. Also joining us for the day's festivities was state Senator Larry Obhof who gave an inspirational speech on the importance of independence for all individuals. In all MCH raised over $2,300 to help pay for new appliances at the MCL III units. A special thank you goes out to all the sponsors, walkers and volunteers that made this event possible!

05.12.11

Medina Creative Housing Receives Community Champion Award

The Ohio Community Development Finance Fund awarded Medina Creative Housing with its 2010 Community Champion Award. The award is given to groups that have exhibited extraordinary service to their community. Medina Creative Housing was honored with the award for demonstrating innovation, initiative, commitment and perseverance in directing benefits to un-served or under-served low-income populations in Ohio. The award was presented at The Lincoln Theater Ballroom in Columbus on May 12, 2011.

05.10.11

Gary Quesada Named Medina Creative Housing's Volunteer Of The Year

On May 10th Gary Quesada was honored at Weymouth Country Club as one of United Way's Volunteers of the Year. Each year United Way recognizes volunteers that go above and beyond for local non-profits. Gary, owner of Main Street Cafe, has selflessly volunteered his time and energy to help Medina Creative Housing and its affiliate's programs. Gary also creates signature salads using Medina Creative Produce's hydroponically grown bibb lettuce. We thank Gary for his time and congratulate him on his achievement.

05.02.11

Medina Creative Living III Is Under Way

Medina Creative Living has broken ground and is underway on its construction of Medina Creative Living III on Grande Blvd. The newest living complex will have 8 housing units that will provide independent living and homes for our newest residents. The development will also feature a community center/recreation room that will provide our residents with a social gathering area for activities. This will be used in conjunction with the J.K.R. community center at the N. Huntington location for daily activities that all of our residents can enjoy.

04.26.11

Autism Awareness Carousel Rocking Horse

We have many unique and beautiful items to be auctioned at Raising the Roof. In celebration with April's Autism Awareness Month we would like to introduce you to our Autism Awareness Carousel Rocking Horse. This beautiful one of a kind piece of art was designed by "Carousel for Missoula" for Medina Creative Housing. It was commissioned by Bill and Jenny Post. The horse will be sold during our live auction at our "Raising the Roof" Fund Raiser on May 21st at the Weymouth Country Club.

06.01.10

Medina Creative Housing purchases six acres on Grande Blvd...

Medina Creative Housing is pleased to announce the purchase of a six acre parcel on Grande Blvd. which will be home to Medina Creative Living III. Construction is slated to begin in June 2010 and will consist of 8 units for the disabled and a Community Room. Medina Creative Housing has applied to HUD for 8 additional physically disabled units and 18 senior units in this funding cycle. Grant awards will be announced in summer 2010.

03.05.10

Medina Creative Housing is "Raising the Roof"

On March 5, 2010, Medina Creative Housing is "Raising the Roof" and we invite you to support our annual fundraising event. The "Raising the Roof" Dinner & Theater Charity Benefit allows you to have a fun night enjoying gourmet food at one of 6 area restaurants (Kasai Japanese Restaurant, Madd Chef, Main Street Café, Riverstone Tavern, Thyme, Rustic Hills Country Club), a musical "The All Night Strut" performed at the Middle Stage Theater at Medina High School and desserts/coffee and Live/Silent Auctions.

01.28.10

Medina Creative Living featured in HUD Documentary

On January 28, 2010, Medina Creative Living, its residents and families were featured in a Department of Housing and Urban Development Documentary commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the HUD 202/811 Programs for senior and the disabled. The Documentary was viewed many guests including Board Members, Mayor Dennis Hanwell, Commissioner Steve Hambley, residents and families and Pam Ashby, Director of the Cleveland HUD Office Multifamily Housing.

01.16.10

Medina Creative Housing Honored at 2010 Commissioner's Charity Ball

On January 16, 2010, Medina Creative Housing was chosen by Medina County Commissioner Pat Geissman to be one of the recipients of the 2010 Commissioner's Charity Ball proceeds.

01.01.10

2010 Medina Creative Board Appointed

We extend our gratitude to the following Medina Creative Housing Board Members who are retiring from our Board and thank them for their years of service to our organization: Bruce Colbow, Craig Curie, Lin Humpal and Gary Werner.