When we say we have a relationship with 611 members and 110 residents, these numbers represent tens, and sometimes, even hundreds, of interactions with a person. Some non-profits are built... read more →
Since our founding, we’ve been driven by the belief that EVERY PERSON HAS INNATE WORTH. This belief and our ongoing equity work sparks a new mission. Our equity lens has... read more →
We asked our choir members what they learned through the Oregon Symphony collaboration. Through this experience, I have learned: “… that everyone has a story.”“… that I do have a... read more →
Our interactions with members should feel like a relationship and not a transaction. If you’re like many of us, a sense of unease settles as you read the lyrics... read more →
Maybelle Community Singers collaborated with the Oregon Symphony and other non-profits last year to perform the world premiere of “emergency shelter intake form.” The Oregon Symphony commissioned composer and singer-songwriter,... read more →
On April 3rd, our community choir, Maybelle Community Singers, received a 2018 Newsmaker Award. Each year, Portland-area media newsrooms nominate a story that has inspired positive change in our community at... read more →
The gift of a warm coat kindles a rich friendship and introduces Clyde to a new “family” at Maybelle Center. As the relationship morphs, Spiritual Support walks alongside members to... read more →
We caught up with Mary Ann Farley, SNJM as she was preparing for the memorial of our member, Clyde. Mary Ann is a longtime visitation volunteer and assists our Spiritual... read more →
We invite you to celebrate Jon Ulsh’s retirement after five years as Maybelle Center’s Executive Director. With wine and hors d’oeuvres, we’ll toast Jon and introduce our new Executive Director,... read more →
Most afternoons Sassan sits quietly along the perimeter of our Community Room, his hands wrapped around a steaming cup of coffee... And yet, invisible to the rest of us, Sassan... read more →