FOREVER CHILDREN'S HOME

The Forever Children’s Home is a single-family ranch style house which is home to four physically and mentally disabled young adults.

Due to their disabilities, each of these young adults will remain a “child” for the duration of their lives. It was through compassionate individuals, socially conscious organizations and public agencies that the vision of a home for these children in which to thrive became a reality in The Forever Children’s Home. The house has four bedrooms, two and one-half bathrooms and is completely wheelchair accessible. The home staff, parents, siblings, family members and friends work together to provide an environment where the children can socialize and participate in educational and recreational activities.

We depend on a community of supporters and their generous contributions to sustain the home and enable these “children” to be able to live their best lives to their fullest potential. We welcome you to join us in this worthy cause with a monetary donation. We are a 501(c)(3) and (c)(9) charity. 100% of your contribution is used for the running of the home.

A Day in the Life

Forever Children’s Home residents lead a full and active life!

Rise and Shine at Forever Childrens Home

Rise & Shine

During their morning routine, residents are assisted with all aspects of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and brushing teeth.

Breakfast

Staff prepare healthy meals according to many dietary specifications. The “children” are encouraged to feed themselves, but often need assistance.

Off to Day Programs

Residents are helped on to handicapped accessible vans and driven to day programs which offer socialization and learning.

Afternoon Activites

Music, story time, children’s musical videos and art projects are some of the activities enjoyed by all. When weather permits gliders and swings allow for outdoor fun and fresh air.

Dinner Time

As the day winds down, dinner is served and residents eat together with staff intervention.

Meet Our Residents

Dylan

Meet Dylan

Dylan is an energetic, fun-loving individual who requires 24/7 care. Born with Angelman Syndrome, he lives with a condition that causes severe mental retardation, developmental disabilities, and the inability to speak. Fortunately, the Forever Children’s Home and its staff provide Dylan with wonderful care, where he is able to thrive daily.

Dylan enjoys outings with his family, music therapy, and all things relating to water. An energetic and social being, he can often be found bringing a high level of liveliness and joy to all gatherings that he is a part of. The youngest of four brothers, Dylan is often described as the heart of his family, bringing a sense of love and warmth with his strong presence.

A resident of the Forever Children’s Home since day one, Dylan is blessed to live amongst an amazingly loving and caring staff and family. Because of their commitment to providing outstanding care, Dylan and his family can take comfort in knowing that he will always be able to live life to the fullest.

Lyndi

Meet Lyndi

Lyndi is a sweet and content young woman with severe intellectual disabilities who requires 24-hour care. She is unable to speak or independently perform many everyday tasks, including feeding and dressing herself. Fortunately, Lyndi has found a loving home at the Forever Children’s Home, where she thrives in a warm, caring, and family-like environment.

Lyndi enjoys being around people and has a special love for music. The dedicated staff enriches her life by planning meaningful activities, taking her to community outings, religious education, and social events that bring her joy and encourage interaction with others.

Lyndi was recently diagnosed with the extremely rare genetic disorder Pitt-Hopkins syndrome, a condition that affects communication, cognitive development, and motor skills. Despite the significant challenges she faces, Lyndi’s gentle spirit, warm smile, and loving nature continue to touch the lives of everyone who knows her.

Maddie

Meet Maddie

Maddie was born with a rare genetic disorder called FOX G1 syndrome, a defect in a gene that is important for proper brain development.

Because Maddie’s brain did not develop normally, she has no language and cannot talk. She cannot walk and has trouble moving her arms and using her hands in any purposeful way. Maddie requires full care for everything from the moment she wakes up to the time she is put to bed.

Although Maddie has no language, she will let you know if she is happy or sad. Maddie is able to make people fall in love with her easily with her pleasant disposition and smiles.

Her parents, Drs. Jill and Josh Miller, say that Maddie loves being around people. She loves swimming, music, and going on walks in Beachwood Park with her family. She goes to sleep listening to her playlist that her Dad lovingly made for her.

Maddie attended Beachwood schools and now goes to United Cerebral Palsy day program. She has two siblings, Jack and Sydney, who love to come over and see their big sister’s home and her roommates as well as visit with the amazing staff that keeps their sister healthy and safe.

Matthew

Meet Matthew

Matthew, who has autism, is a resident of the Forever Children’s Home, where he has lived since its establishment. This developmental condition, which affects communication, language, and social relationships, has been met with understanding and support from the dedicated staff at the home. Over time, Matthew has formed strong, trusting bonds with these well-trained caregivers, who provide him with consistent care and a nurturing environment, becoming a vital source of stability in his life.

At the Forever Children’s Home, Matthew thrives, feeling both happy and comfortable in his surroundings. He enjoys a sense of security and support, which has fostered a strong sense of belonging within the home and among the community of caregivers who have come to know and care for him deeply.