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2024 IN REVIEWDear Friends + Families of Mae House,2024 has been a great year for Mae House. We have seen our Members grow individually, gain confidence in independence, and be more involved in community. They are staying fit, eating healthy and getting good exercise. Carrie, Gina, Hannah and Tanette continue to grow as all young… Read More about Seashell Volume VIII
Recently, Mae House was nominated as a contender for a grant from the 100 Companies That Care Group. This grant targets exemplary non-profit organizations that are making positive impact in the lives of people in Orange County. As a finalist with 2 other non-profit organizations, Mae House had the opportunity to present to a group of approximately… Read More about 100 Companies That Care
5 YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY!June 4, 2023 was a day of community, fellowship and gratitude as Mae House celebrated its 5th Anniversary with an afternoon Tea Party. The Members welcomed their families, friends, Staff, community partners, Board Members, donors, volunteers, and neighbors to the house for some treats, fun conversations and special time being together. The… Read More about Seashell Volume VII
MAKING A DIFFERENCEAJ, Sophie, and Ava are siblings who have been friends of Mae House since before its opening. When they volunteer at Mae House, it’s like a visit amongst good friends – a friendship based on mutual respect and lots of love. While AJ, Sophie, and Ava help the Members with chores and tasks… Read More about Seashell Volume VI
CARRIEMae House is so excited to welcome our newest member, Carrie Youngberg. Though she is new to living with us, Carrie is an old friend of the entire Slater family. Carrie has been so brave and excited to begin a new chapter in her life at Mae House. She is enjoying learning more about her… Read More about Seashell Volume V
NOVA CAMPAIGNA 1963 Chevy Nova SS Convertible was donated to Mae House at the endof last year and is currently in the process of being fully restored. It has had a full body facelift, will get new paint, engine, brakes…anything and everything you could dream of. We think it would be fun to involve the… Read More about Seashell Volume IV
MEET OUR NEWEST MEMBER TANETTE TUTTLETanette moved into Mae House in June of this year and has already made such a beautiful impact on her housemates and everyone around her.She is a woman who is full of life and joy. She loves to laugh, to give and receive hugs, and to lend a helping hand.… Read More about Seashell Volume III
WHY WE CALL IT THE SEASHELL We call this newsletter The Seashell for a couple of reasons. We are first inspired by being in beautifulNewport Beach, surrounded by the shimmering ocean and all the creatures within. Secondly and most importantly, because a shell is where a sea animal lives. It protects the creature from harm… Read More about Seashell Volume II
Dear Friends of Mae House, We are thrilled to report that as our first year in operation comes to an end, we have three fantastic members and a wonderful group of Assistants. Mae House has proven to be a home where truly everyone cares about everyone else. All are loving the delicious meals, having fun… Read More about Seashell Volume I