Community Partnerships - Florida
The Haven
Located in Sarasota, The Haven offers programs and services for adults and children with disabilities to enhance quality of life by encouraging independence, championing inclusion and advocating for their individual rights. It was born out of a philosophy that those with disabilities have as much potential and capabilities as anyone else and should have access to opportunities that support their abilities. The nonprofit has been around since 1954, and now serves more than 700 people a day. Learn more about The Haven and do a virtual tour of The Haven Campus. Listen to how The Haven has enriched the life of one family of three daughters with Down syndrome.
Located in Sarasota, The Haven offers programs and services for adults and children with disabilities to enhance quality of life by encouraging independence, championing inclusion and advocating for their individual rights. It was born out of a philosophy that those with disabilities have as much potential and capabilities as anyone else and should have access to opportunities that support their abilities. The nonprofit has been around since 1954, and now serves more than 700 people a day. Learn more about The Haven and do a virtual tour of The Haven Campus. Listen to how The Haven has enriched the life of one family of three daughters with Down syndrome.
Brad's Place
One of the Haven’s most popular programs is its residential program. It currently serves 49 full-time residents in six group homes on campus. Adults with a range of disabilities live and work here. In 2021, the Fry Family Foundation decided to partner once again with The Haven on their latest initiative in Florida. Brad’s Place, will allow senior residents with Alzheimer's or dementia to age in place. The Haven held a groundbreaking ceremony on April 7, 2022. Co-founders Darryl and Marlene Fry, as well as Trustees Gerry and Judy Repple were able to participate in the ceremony. The Haven is also partnering with Florida State University medical students and doctors to run a dementia care program..Watch the Fox13 News clip about the expansion in "I know she's safe": Sarasota's The Haven expands, increases residential services. Learn more about this exciting project in The Haven to expand Residential Program for adults with disabilities in Sarasota, 150+ on the waitlist.
One of the Haven’s most popular programs is its residential program. It currently serves 49 full-time residents in six group homes on campus. Adults with a range of disabilities live and work here. In 2021, the Fry Family Foundation decided to partner once again with The Haven on their latest initiative in Florida. Brad’s Place, will allow senior residents with Alzheimer's or dementia to age in place. The Haven held a groundbreaking ceremony on April 7, 2022. Co-founders Darryl and Marlene Fry, as well as Trustees Gerry and Judy Repple were able to participate in the ceremony. The Haven is also partnering with Florida State University medical students and doctors to run a dementia care program..Watch the Fox13 News clip about the expansion in "I know she's safe": Sarasota's The Haven expands, increases residential services. Learn more about this exciting project in The Haven to expand Residential Program for adults with disabilities in Sarasota, 150+ on the waitlist.
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Judy's Oasis
The therapeutic pool at the Haven, primarily funded by FFF, was completed in 2018 and named Judy’s Oasis Aquatic Therapy Center, in honour of Judy Repple, FFF Trustee and volunteer at The Haven. It features a commercial pool and includes a zero-depth entry with a ramp entrance, restroom facilities, a screened enclosure and a brick paver deck. Brad Jones, president and CEO of The Haven, said in a press release that “Aquatic therapy is a really underutilized form of therapy for children, teenagers and adults and that Judy’s Oasis will assist individuals with walking, range of motion and flexibility.” |
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Marlene's House
Although there are other group homes on the property, Marlene's House was the first one in the state to offer single-room living. Due to overhead costs, group homes typically offer shared rooms only, but thanks to a partnership between FFF and the residents’ parents, the money was raised to build it. It was completed in 2016 and was a great addition to the Haven. Watch a video about Marlene's House. A mile-long bike trail is connected to the lanai and weaves through the Haven, connecting group homes and residents to one another. It was named in honour of Marlene Fry FFF co-founder and volunteer at The Haven. The Foundation also provided financial support for a computer room and athletic quad in 2013. |
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Jingle & Jog Race
FFF has been a primary sponsor for the annual Jingle & Jog 5K race in support of community Haven since 2006. The race is held on the 32-acre Haven campus and as an extra incentive, FFF makes a donation for every runner, walker, and wheelchair racer crossing the finish line. In 2020, a virtual 23rd Annual Jingle & Jog 5k event was held where participants could race with anyone, anywhere. Since 2021, The Haven has had everyone back running together again through their Sarasota Winter Wonderland. Participants can run and/or walk this race and customize it to their own fitness and comfort level. FFF Co-Founder Darryl Fry and FFF Trustee Gerry Ripple have been running in this event for many years. |
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Selby Preschool Golf Tournament
There was a Tee-rific turnout for the inaugural Haven Selby Preschool golf tournament! FFF was pleased to participate in the tournament and were the presenting sponsor for this event. The co-ed team led by co-founder Marlene Fry was also named 'Best Co-ed Team' and team members each received a beautiful trophy hand-made with love by the students of Selby preschool. The Special Olympics Golf Team from the Haven also helped out and participated in the putting challenge. |
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