Eliza Simmons Bryant’s Legacy
We often say every day is Black history day here at Eliza Bryant Village, and, while we truly believe and uphold that statement, we also want to use the momentum behind the nationally-recognized Black History Month to honor our visionary founder as a leader and pioneer in Black history – Eliza Simmons Bryant (1827-1907). Daughter […]
Beat the Blues with These Senior-Friendly Winter Hobbies
Sometimes the winter blues can creep up on us before we even realize what’s happening. We may experience a gloomy feeling throughout the cold months, though the reason isn’t completely understood; perhaps it’s the cold days that force you to spend more time indoors, or maybe it’s the fear of a weakened immune system. Other […]
Eliza Bryant Village’s Award-Winning Elder Justice Center Celebrates 2 Year Anniversary
Contact: Megan Thompson, Director of External Relations – 216-658-1881, mthompson@elizabryant.org Cleveland, OH – The National Center on Elder Abuse reports that one in ten seniors are victims of elder abuse. This is likely to be an underestimation, as only 1 in 24 cases of elder abuse is reported, in part because older people are often […]
2021 Purple Ribbon Award Winner for Most Innovative Service – Elder Justice Center
Contact: Megan Thompson, Director of External Relations – 216-658-1881, mthompson@elizabryant.org Cleveland, OH – Eliza Bryant Village’s Elder Justice Center is the winner of the 2021 DomesticShelters.org Purple Ribbon Award for Most Innovative Service. The Award was presented at the September 15, 2021 inaugural Purple Ribbon Awards Celebration, hosted by award-winning filmmaker Angela Shelton. Theresa’s Fund, […]