FREMONT — Birchard Place, formerly known as The Fortress, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the grand opening of its renovated facility.
Birchard Place and its staff will welcome its first residents on February 1st. Facilities have already created a roster of people who will stay there.
The building has been reborn
The remodel took nearly a year to complete and now houses 10 beds on the ground floor for a homeless shelter and 16 beds on the second floor for individuals seeking mental health support. I now have a space to do it.
Under the leadership of Regional Director Brady Crider, Burchard Place has embarked on a major renovation project to create a warm and welcoming environment for those in need. The vision was to establish a comprehensive support system that recognized the unique challenges faced by individuals experiencing homelessness and mental health issues.
“To ensure the well-being of the homeless, we have introduced a 90-day program exclusively for men,” Crider said. “By conducting initial drug testing and background checks, the shelter aims to ensure a safe and secure environment for all residents, and applicants are encouraged to enroll in Medicaid for their health and the Great Lakes community. Seek support from action partnerships, have food stamps, and keep at least $1,200 in your bank account. This will help them get back on their feet.”
Burchard Place helps those who need the proper documentation and provides the resources necessary to obtain a driver's license, Social Security card, or birth certificate. These documents are critical for employment opportunities, medical services, and other support systems.
NHO also has buildings in Tiffin and Fostoria
“This will be our first shelter in Fremont,” said Scott Boone, CEO of New Housing Ohio (NHO) Building Communities. “We just opened six stores in Tiffin and one in Fostoria, so we plan to expand. This will help the community and the homeless.”
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The 16 beds on the second floor are dedicated to those seeking mental health support, providing a sanctuary where individuals can access therapeutic services, counseling and a nurturing environment.
“If you have a full kitchen, you can teach your kids how to cook, you can cook, and you can watch someone else cook,” Kreider says. “This gives families the peace of mind of knowing they are in a safe place with a TV room, kitchen and laundry room. This gives them a feeling of being at home. Bipolar Disorder, Integration It can cause non-violent conditions such as ataxia and other mental problems. We make sure they are taking their medication and monitor the building 24 hours a day to make sure everyone is safe. We're setting up cameras.”
Burchard's staff works 24 hours a day. Our trained staff are equipped to create personalized care plans, provide counseling, and guide residents on their journey toward stability and independence.
“Most of our financial support comes from donations, grants and other organizations,” said Taylor Alsip, NHO Human Resources Manager for Community Building. “For example, we can get cleaning supplies, bathroom supplies and other things that can be donated. We often write letters and that works and helps us raise money.”
Additional financial support was provided by First National Bank, FHLB Cincinnati, Financial Fund, Mental Health and Recovery Services Board, NHO Building Communities, and others.
For more information, please visit www.newhouseohio.org.
