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Wednesday, February 04, 2026
174 Years of Stepping In
In 1852, Cleveland was in the grip of a cholera epidemic. Families were torn apart. Children were left without parents, without homes, and without anyone responsible for their care. There were no child welfare systems, no safety nets, and no roadmap for what to do next. But there were people who... Continue Reading
Tuesday, December 02, 2025
Addressing the Root Causes of Immediate Needs
The winter holidays often shine a light on our community's most visible needs - children without coats, parents struggling to put food on the table, and families worried about paying utility bills or providing gifts for their children are urgent challenges that require immediate attention. While addressing these short-term needs... Continue Reading
Tuesday, November 04, 2025
Supporting Families Begins with Food, Care, and Compassion
At Beech Brook, we work with children and families striving to build stability amid poverty, trauma, violence, and mental health challenges. For these families, stability starts with the basics — food and healthcare. Without them, nothing else works. Two vital supports — the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Affordable Care... Continue Reading
Thursday, January 09, 2025
Celebrating 173 Years of Service
On January 22, Beech Brook will turn 173 years old. Beech Brook predates the Civil War (1861), the invention of the telephone (1876), and the birth of Teddy Roosevelt (1859). We talk about our longevity so often that it doesn't always sink in how long this organization has existed, but I... Continue Reading
Thursday, September 05, 2024
Parental Stress is a Public Health Issue
As kids head back to school, we focus on helping them readjust to their routines, connect with peers, and get off to the best start possible. For the children we support in schools, this can be especially challenging, but we are here to help them navigate these transitions successfully. It's not... Continue Reading
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