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… Continue reading The Caring Mail Project: Reaching Out to Isolated Families

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… Continue reading The Caring Mail Project: Reaching Out to Isolated Elders

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… Continue reading The Caring Mail Project: Expressing Gratitude to Veterans

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… Continue reading The Caring Mail Project: Expressing Appreciation to Frontline Workers

Keeping our Planet Clean For many of us, sheltering at home has made us extra thankful for the parks, lakes, and green spaces in our communities. That's why our July project is all about taking care of our precious planet! This Do-It-Yourself trash pick up will be done at a location of your choice at… Continue reading July’s Eco Adventure

While many of us miss time with friends, it is important to keep in mind that there are community members who are even more lonely (and bored!) than we are. This project can be a healthy way to look at our own situations from a different perspective. Think about how grateful we are for the… Continue reading The Caring Mail Project: Reaching Out to Isolated Elders

Spreading Cheer to Isolated Community Members We have all adapted over the past several months to the new ways of keeping safe -- masks, hand-washing, sanitizing hands and surfaces, making sure there is space between us and others. Now you and your Cubs can reach-out to community members who are receiving the supplies they need… Continue reading The Caring Mail Project: Spreading Cheer to Isolated Community Members

Much has changed in 2020, including the execution of Caring Cubs service projects.  While we are proud of the pivots we have made and profoundly grateful for the support of our families in new ways, we are continuing an important Caring Cubs tradition - volunteering for the American Red Cross’ Holidays for Heroes program!  … Continue reading Holiday Cards for Heroes

During this stay-at-home time, Cubs and their families will spread cheer to seniors who volunteer their time helping isolated seniors! Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging is a 110-year old Cleveland-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to support caregivers and empower all people to age well through research, consumer-responsive services and client advocacy. As profiled in this article, the Senior Companion… Continue reading The Caring Mail Project: Spreading Cheer to Isolated Community Members

While many of us miss time with friends, it is important to keep in mind that there are community members who are even more lonely (and bored!) than we are. This project can be a healthy way to look at our own situations from a different perspective. Think about how grateful we are for the… Continue reading The Caring Mail Project: Springtime Messages of Hope for Isolated Elders