Family Haven, a non-profit organization, is committed to
enriching the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities
through education, empowerment and community inclusion.
Have a Ball! Golf
Outing
Registration is now open for this great event. Enjoy a great
round of golf and then a great afternoon of networking. New this year,
you can register online and pay with a credit card. Each person can
register individually and simply note who they would like to play with on
their registration form. Don’t have a foursome, don’t worry!! You can
register as an individual or a twosome and you will be placed in a group
for the event.
Or, if you prefer, you can mail in your registration. Click
on the image below for the registration form.
Our
Newest House Member
Welcome Home Jack!.  The Fontbonne Five has
become Six! We are thrilled to announce the arrival of Jack, the newest
member of our family! Jack, a two year old beagle, was donated to us by
Pawsibilities Unleashed and came home to Fontbonne on January 19th. He is
very gentle and sweet. He hardly ever barks and loves to be petted.
The group is enjoying feeding Jack, playing with him and taking him for
walks. Kelly, an experienced dog owner, is helping the group learn some
new skills. Jack is an outstanding addition to the family and we already
love him very much!
Our
History
Fontbonne Home was developed for several reasons.  A
trend had been established in the 1970's to move residents from large
institutions to community alternatives such as regional centers, group
homes, and foster family homes. Also, parents were concerned about
the future care of their sons and daughters after their own deaths.
Most of all, it was evident that people with developmental disabilities
make significant social and physical gains after moving into group homes.
In June of 1982, Sister Genevieve Lane, CSJ, Ph.D. opened
a home in Lakewood with three female residents. We incorporated as
Family Haven, a private, non-profit organization providing residential
care for adults with developmental disabilities. We
are not supported by the diocese or any religious community.
By 1990, we decided to expand our program. Bay Village, Ohio had
recently passed an ordinance allowing group homes and we found a lovely
home there. Fontbonne Home moved in December and we added two more
residents to our family.
Our
Philosophy
The main objective of Fontbonne Home is to provide a
loving, home-like atmosphere where adults with developmental disabilities
can maximize their potential in the least restrictive environment.
We are dedicated to the principal of enabling residents to live
as typical and dignified lives as possible within the limitations of
their disabilities. They should have access to all general community services
that they can use in common with others.
In addition, an effort is made to sensitize the public to the many
attributes of persons with developmental disabilities.
Fontbonne Home strives to provide acceptance as well as feelings of
belonging and self-worth for each family member. Most importantly,
we strive to provide a program which insures each member the highest
quality of life.
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