Throughout the pandemic, we have become increasingly aware of the non-medical essential workers upon which our community relies. Shelter staff. Youth service workers. Early childhood workers. Social justice activists. Established in 1868, YWCA Greater Cleveland is a unique and vital community resource in Northeast Ohio committed to eliminating racism and empowering women. YWCA Greater Cleveland is widely recognized as a thought leader on the issues of racial equity and the advancement of women. Many YWCA employees are considered essential and…

Expressing Gratitude to Veterans Many veterans -- of all military branches -- face challenges after their years of service. For some, it is memories that linger. For many, it is persistent health issues. The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System serves those who have served, providing and coordinating primary, acute, and specialty care for veterans. Focused on treating the whole veteran through health promotion and disease prevention, the VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System delivers comprehensive, seamless health care and social services.…

Reaching Out to Isolated Elders While many of us are able to begin some outings and time with friends if we follow COVID-19 precautions (masks + distance), our community's elders remain isolated and dependent on service providers. We are honored to send caring & cheerful messages to isolated elders who receive services through Jewish Family Services Association of Cleveland (JFSA). JFSA helps individuals and families with solutions to face life's challenges with confidence. JFSA is making a special effort to…

Reaching Out to Isolated Families With school, camp, and daycare closures, many Cleveland families remain physically and socially isolated due to the COVID pandemic. Cubs and their families will send messages of friendship and caring to isolated families who receive food assistance through the The Northeast Ohio Black Health Coalition. The Northeast Ohio Black Health Coalition (NEOBHC) addresses inequities in education, employment housing, and health -- and their impact on African American health disparities -- by working to empower, educate…

While Ohio businesses are opening, senior citizens are still isolated due to the COVID pandemic. Cubs and their families will send messages of friendship, cheer & encouragement to isolated elders who receive services through the Cleveland Department of Aging. The Cleveland Department of Aging provides services to more than 6,000 individuals, including older adults (60 years of age and older) and adults with disabilities ( age 18-59). The Department provides social service programs, home repair and maintenance programs and health…

Appreciating Nurses on the Frontlines During this stay-at-home time, cubs and their families will send messages of gratitude & encouragement to frontline nurses on Ahuja Medical Center's nursing team. University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center is a 144-bed community hospital focused on patient and family-centered care and the principles of evidence-based design. Comprised of over 500 nurses, Ahuja's nursing team strives to empower, advocate and innovate to achieve excellence in human caring. As hospitals adjust to the state's regional plan for…

During this stay-at-home time, cubs and their families will send messages of appreciation & encouragement to the dedicated staff at Hospice of the Western Reserve. Hospice of the Western Reserve provides palliative and end-of-life care, caregiver support, and bereavement services throughout Northern Ohio. In celebration of the individual worth of each life, HWR strives to relieve suffering, enhance comfort, promote quality of life, foster choice in end-of-life care, and support effective grieving. Our team will generate messages of appreciation &…

THE CARING MAIL PROJECT A home-based service project series for families Appreciating Frontline Medical Providers During this stay-at-home time, cubs and their families will send messages of appreciation & encouragement to frontline nurses & doctors at Summa Health's hospital campuses. Summa Health is a patient-centered health management organization that provides integrated and coordinated care for the people of Northeast Ohio. Summa Health has over 5,000 hospital staff focusing on wellness and personalized care. Our team's mail will be distributed with…