Home To Opportunity.
Our Lady of the Wayside provides Residential, Adult Day Programming, Nursing, and Transportation for individuals with developmental disabilities throughout Northeast Ohio.
A Day to be Grateful!
Wayside has been fortunate enough to be named in an estate donation. Carol Glowe worked hard her whole life, lived simply, and save enough to give 9 area charities, nearly $1 million each after she passed away – including Our Lady of the Wayside.
Carol Glowe’s gift will enable the amazing people with developmental disabilities Wayside supports to enjoy the amazing community we all share. Her gift will help fund Pathways and the purchase of 4 new wheelchair vans, but more, it will provide access, and freedom, and wonderful life experiences for the people trusting Wayside with their care.
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Our Mission
Our Lady of the Wayside enriches the lives of individuals who have developmental disabilities and intellectual challenges. We provide individuals and their families pathways to healthy and productive personal growth through professional care, support and guidance.
SAVE THE DATE!
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Enticing Small Plate Stations + Curated Beverage Pairings.
Swoon-worthy Desserts + Vibing Music.
350 of Wayside’s closest friends will revel in small plate samples + celebrated wine and craft beer.
All proceeds benefit Our Lady of the Wayside.
2024 Strategic Plan
A letter from Wayside President & CEO…
“Our Lady of the Wayside finished 2023 strong and I’m proud of the resilience and dedication the agency’s direct service professionals and administrative support staff demonstrated in supporting the individuals in our care.
As we move forward, Wayside’s 2024 Strategic Plan is focused with particular emphasis on the following initiatives…”
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Car Donation Program Status Update:
After 24 years and 96,000+ rides donated to Our Lady of the Wayside, the Car Donation Program is paused.
The car lot’s owner has sold the property, making it impossible for car donations to be accepted at this time. Next right steps will be determined and communicated soon.
Our Programs
RESIDENTIAL
At the core of the agency’s mission for over 55 years, Wayside’s Residential Program manages 70 homes throughout 4 Northeast Ohio counties, and offers a comprehensive array of supports tailored for the optimum health and well-being of the individuals the agency serves. Supported living, consortium homes, and transitional living services are all part of The Wayside family of services.
Nursing
Medically vulnerable individuals require nursing attention - this fundamental premise is universal - but especially poignant for people with developmental disabilities who live without the ability to communicate, ambulate and/or advocate for themselves. Wayside’s Nursing Program responds with proactive measures, medication management, on-going treatments, and a healthy dose of TLC.
Pathways
Offering a wide range in-house activities and community outings, Wayside’s Pathways Program is the region’s largest adult day program of its kind for individuals with developmental disabilities. Locations in Avon, Garfield Heights, Mentor, Valley View, and Westlake, offer full days of fun and friends for 250+ participants!
Transportation
Safe, reliable, and accessible transportation gives the individuals Wayside serves the ability to participate in their community, achieve personal goals, and access greater opportunities.
Our Impact
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THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME
Wayside’s Residential Programming includes 70 homes in nearly 40 communities.
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1 MILLION MILES LOGGED
Wayside’s Transportation Programming rolls with a fleet of 110 vehicles that log-in 1 million miles annually.
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Pathways PARTICIPANTS DAILY
The people we serve have places to go & things to do! Wayside’s community-based Pathways Day Program hosts 250+ participants daily at 5 sites.