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None of us are defined by our limitations.We need only be given the place and theopportunity to succeed. In 1950, Roy andGeorgette Engler, parents of five childrenwith intellectual and developmentaldisabilities, founded Sunshine to be thatamazing place.In keeping with the Engler’s originalintent and the Mennonite tradition,Sunshine is enhancing its communitybased approach to caring for individualswith developmental disabilities inneighborhood homes.
Michael Ann’semployment in thegreater communityprovided her withmeaningful incomeas well as opportunitiesfor enagement andto develop life-enrichingrelationships.
A smoothtransition.AmazingTransition. One of the main reasonsGeorgette’s Fair TradeGrounds & Gifts exists isbecause Sunshine saw aneed in the communityto support people withdevelopmental disabilitiesin meaningful employment.It’s an eco-friendly storethat people can feel goodabout and serves as agathering place tobuild relationships thatenhance lives.For 65 years, Sunshine has delivered on the promiseof its mission to create community among personswith intellectual and developmental disabilities,their families, friends, and staff. By offering servicesthat enable all of us to build relationships thatenhance our lives through mutual caring and growth,Sunshine provides critical services in four areas: Residential support serves more than400 individuals each year through our campusbased setting and 15 group homes located inneighborhoods throughout Lucas and Fultoncounties. 24 hour nursing is available forindividuals who need this level of care. In addition,Sunshine offers support for individuals living intheir own homes. Vocational services support 290 individualsannually through competitive employment,supported employment settings, and enrichmentactivities. Recreation and respite allows parents withchildren living at home to get away for a fewhours, days, or weeks knowing their child is safeand enjoying time with friends. 105 individualguests participate annually in respite care. Clinical services support the individuals inSunshine’s residential program who requirephysical, occupational, and/or speech therapy.“I thought the transition of movingBrooke from our home to one ofSunshine’s Family Care Homes wouldbe challenging,” said Brooke’s mom,Dee Dee. “It turned out to be thesmoothest transition anyone couldhave imagined.”Not only was the transition smooth,Dee Dee says Brooke, age 31, isnow flourishing and growing in thecommunity based home which offersmany enriching life experiences.“Her thought processes areexpanding. She goes to the grocerystore, shops for her own clothes,goes out to lunch with the residentsand staff, attends Mud Hens gamesand has gone trick or treating in theneighborhood.”“Sunshine’s core values are superb,”says Dee Dee. “They really respecteach individual and family. We havea strong faith and have no doubtGod has his hand in helping Sunshinegive Brooke a true place in thecommunity.”
“This marks an outstandingopportunity to championhuman lives requiringspecial mercy anddeserving love.”FR. DAVE NUSSPASTOR, LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC PARISH
The bestplace inthe world.AmazingGift.CASE FOR SUPPORT Helping individuals withcomplex needs not justlive in a community home,but be truly part of acommunity, is the realgoal of our endeavor. Forindividuals with mobilityand communicationchallenges, it can seemlike many barriers standin the way of this goal.When Little FlowerCatholic Parish’s pastor,Fr. Dave Nuss, invited us toconsider using the propertyadjacent to the church, weknew a prayer had beenanswered. Little Flower iswelcoming and ready toembrace individuals withIDD as valued members. Inthis collaboration we havethe opportunity to helpindividuals share their gifts,discover new friends, andbecome part of the parishcommunity.All people, including those with intellectual anddevelopmental disabilities (IDD), have the rightto live in a home where they can be part of acommunity that includes friends, neighbors andcoworkers. People with IDD have significantcontributions to make in their community,contributions that too often go unfulfilled.Individuals with IDD are more likely to have arestricted circle of acquaintances outside ofimmediate family and paid caregivers. This is largelya result of living and working in settings that isolatethem from the community at large.The State of Ohio, with leadership fromGovernor Kasich’s Administration, has taken astrategic approach to encouraging state providers,including Sunshine Communities, to downsizelarge facilities and replace them with communityresidences. Providers across the state have agreedto reduce the number of individuals living in largefacilities by 600 beds before 2018. Sunshine plans tohelp 32 individuals move from our large segregatedfacility to homes in the community.Clearly, helping individuals with IDD live in homesin the community is not new to Sunshine. Ourfirst community home opened in 1978, and wenow serve well over 150 individuals in communitysettings. Our current project is a continuation ofthese efforts, focusing now on offering opportunitiesfor individuals with more complex physical andbehavioral needs to live in the community.Margaret was among the first groupof women from Sunshine to move intoa family care home. She now lives inSunshine’s Westchester Family CareHome.“Sunshine has been God’s gift toMargaret and to us.” Says her fatherDonald. “We have so much to beappreciative and grateful for.This has been the best place in theworld for her.”
“Our plan is to construct fullyaccessible homes. The intent isto select locations that will allowresidents to engage as fully aspossible into the surroundingneighborhoods.”BETTY HOLLANDPRESIDENT & CEO, SUNSHINE COMMUNITIES
AmazingCommunity.In an effort to enhance and broaden the communityhome approach that Sunshine has effectively builtover the years, the organization is embarking on acapital campaign, seeking community support forthis important endeavor. While government fundingsupports ongoing operational costs, it cannot fullyfund the costs of building homes. Feasibility studiesindicate that Sunshine Communities can managethe operational costs of downsizing its large facilityfrom the current census of 79 beds to 47 beds,enabling 32 individuals to move into the greatercommunity.TRANSITIONAL OPERATIONALSUPPORT 1.2 millionCONSTRUCTION COSTS 2.3 millionThe campaign goal of 3.5 million is segregatedinto two main categories:CONSTRUCTION COSTS FOR COMMUNITY HOMES 2.3 millionSunshine’s plan is to construct three fully accessiblehomes that will accommodate eight individuals each.Two smaller 4-bed homes will be purchased toaccommodate another eight individuals whose physicalcare needs are less demanding and who will do better ina smaller setting. The intent is to select locations thatwill allow residents to engage as fully as possible into thesurrounding neighborhoods. The fully accessible homeswill be built to Life Safety Code and Ohio Building Coderequirements for individuals unable to evacuate the homeindependently in a fire.TRANSITIONAL OPERATIONAL SUPPORT 1.2 millionCampaign funding will also be used to supportprogramming and activities at Sunshine’s existing homesand facilities. These programs and activities include a barnwith therapeutic horseback riding, a working greenhouse,therapeutic pool and an organized spiritual life program,just to name a few. In support of the organizations’mission, these types of services enable relationshipbuilding to enhance lives through mutual caring andgrowth.
“Sunshine is raisingthe bar for those withsignificant physical,mental and behavioralconditions. Sunshinepromotes a sense ofinclusion and thesehomes will offer a placeof pride for individuals.”MAYNARD AND CAROLYN SAUDERHONORARY CAMPAIGN CHAIRS
The bestplace inthe world.AmazingOpportunity.WHY GIVE TO SUNSHINE? Sunshine has been abig part of the SauderFamily’s life for 60 years.From the early days whenthe family’s patriarch,Erie Sauder, first metthe Englers, to his sonMaynard’s tenure on theSunshine Board of Trusteesfor more than 20 years,the family has been verygenerous with their time,talent and treasure.“We were taught at a youngage by our parents to begenerous – particularlyto those who are mostvulnerable among us,”explains Maynard.“We are believers inSunshine’s mission ofcreating community andwe fully support theorganization’s effortsto provide life enrichingopportunities.”Whether you have experienced first-hand the incredibledifference that Sunshine makes in the community or,see the value of the best practices that Sunshine offers,your gift makes you a partner in our mission of creatingcommunity. We invite you to help us to strengthen andenhance the ability of people with IDD to continue tomake significant contributions in their community.HOW CAN I MAKE A GIFT?You may make a gift to Sunshine in a variety ofconvenient ways. Cash or pledges Gifts of appreciated property Gifts of stock from privately held corporations Gift of an established business “In-kind” gifts that can be directly used by Sunshine Bequests Charitable Gift Annuities Charitable Remainder Unitrusts (CRUTs) Charitable Remainder Annuity Trusts (CRATs) Life insurance Gifts of part or a percentage of an IRA, 401(k),or other qualified retirement planAdditionally, donors may name Sunshine Foundation,Inc. in their wills or estate plans for specific dollaramounts or for specific percentages of their residualestates.For more information, contact the Development officeat 419.794.1382.From summer ice cream socials towinter dances to Toledo Walleyehockey games, Sunshine’s communityrecreation programs offer somethingfor everyone to enjoy. Theseprograms help fulfill our mission andpromise to create new opportunitiesfor people with developmentaldisabilities to live fully and have theopportunity to make friends and learnnew skills.
JoinUs.The world around us is changing. There is a greater acceptance of people withdisabilities, and greater understanding of all that they offer. We see it in the GirlScout troop excited to have Beth belong. We see it in the grateful embrace ofPaula’s coworkers, glad to have her on their team.We believe our community is ready to accept individuals who have been livingin our large, segregated facility, individuals with complex physical and medicalsupport needs. For this reason we have begun planning for the construction ofaccessible homes in community neighborhoods with the intent of helping 32 individuals move from our facility toa neighborhood home.Building the homes is only the beginning of the transformation process. Individual lives are enriched when theperson has a large circle of family and friends who remain steady in their lives through the inevitable changes inpaid support providers. For that reason we at Sunshine are challenged to transform our support to include helpingindividuals connect with their neighbors in a way that opens opportunities to make lasting friends. We believethat everyone deserves these opportunities created through having a home to call our own.Please join us on this journey. Your support, whether making connections, sharing ideas, or donating funds iscritical at this time. Together we can create an inclusive community that welcomes everyone.Luther GautscheCampaign Co-ChairBetty HollandPresident and CEOHussien ShousherCampaign Co-Chair
AmazingSupport.CAMPAIGN CABINETMaynard and Carolyn SauderHonorary ChairsLuther GautscheHussien ShousherCampaign Co-ChairsBob AmpthorRick AndersonPat AppoldMike BeazleyBob BuschurJudith CondaBrent CousinoBob DeardruffBetty HollandKevin KellyChris KeranKathy KorduckiMary ManciniSteve NafzigerKaren RuthBeth SavageSheila SchwartzDouglas SiebenalerPhil SkeldonDiane Sauder Tinsman
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adjacent to the church, we knew a prayer had been answered. Little Flower is . big part of the Sauder Family’s life for 60 years. From the early days when the family’s patriarch, . Maynard and Carolyn Sauder Honorary Chairs Luther Gautsche Hussien Shousher Campaign Co-
