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August Volunteer of the Month: Lynn Earl Huddleston

Emmory Shipley, Communications Coordinator

September 4, 2018

Volunteer of the Month is awarded to someone who goes above and beyond in their role at the Home, exemplifying the values of Home of the Innocents in all the work they do and time they give to the children and families we serve. Lynn Earl Huddleston, Kosair Charities...read more

Get Involved in September

Emmory Shipley, Communications Coordinator

August 31, 2018

There are great ways you can give back to Home of the Innocents all month long. Check out your options below!   Kentucky Kick Down: Vintage Motorcycle Festival Kentucky Kick Down is a 3-day vintage motorcycle festival at Louisville Turners. The sixth annual event is September 14-16. The show...read more

July President’s Award: Dr. Lisa Powell

Emmory Shipley, Communications Coordinator

August 24, 2018

Each month, President and CEO Paul Robinson awards a team member who exemplifies our core values of excellence, compassion, wellness, and empowerment. By living our values, they achieve the Home’s mission to enrich the lives of children and families with hope, health, and happiness. The July President’s Award was...read more

July Volunteer of the Month: Rose Madden

Emmory Shipley, Communications Coordinator

August 23, 2018

Volunteer of the Month is awarded to someone who goes above and beyond in their role at the Home, exemplifying the values of Home of the Innocents in all the work they do and time they give to the children and families we serve. Rose Madden, Engagement Administrative Volunteer,...read more

August: Aftercare Wish List Drive

April Sage, Outreach Manager

August 1, 2018

Each month, we host a drive for specific needs within our organization. Aside from our general Wish List, this helps support the efforts of various programs. When the drive changes, we will publish information about the program for that month, along with a list of the most needed items and...read more

Finding Normalcy in the Pool

Meredith Pack, Director of Communications

July 31, 2018

The Kay and Jim Morrissey Aquatic Therapy Center at Home of the Innocents boasts a wonderful therapy pool that is open to swimmers of all ages. Many people assume our pool is only open to our residents, or only to children. On the contrary, our pool is open to...read more

PASSing it on

Meredith Pack, Associate Director of Communications

June 29, 2018

Most parenting is learned through experience. How parents were treated when they were young is often how they treat their children. That’s not always a good thing. The Parents Acquiring Skills and Strength (PASS) program is now in its second decade and has helped hundreds of parents. The goal...read more

Better Hearing and Speech Month

Shelley Moats, AuD, PASC, Director of Audiology, Open Arms Children's Health

May 31, 2018

Earlier this month, you may have seen our President & CEO on WDRB giving his point of view for Better Hearing and Speech Month. This month has been the perfect opportunity to celebrate the gift of communication! Communication connects people in powerful ways. For children with hearing loss, they...read more

May: Open Arms Family Wish List Drive

April Sage, Outreach Coordinator

May 1, 2018

Each month, we host a drive for specific needs within our organization. Aside from our general Wish List, this helps support the efforts of various programs. When the drive changes, we will publish information about the program for that month, along with a list of the most needed items and...read more

#TrueColorsDay

Meredith Pack, Associate Director of Communications

April 25, 2018

The True Colors Fund is working to end homelessness among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender youth, creating a world where all young people can be their true selves. We are proud to be supporters of the True Colors Fund for #truecolorsday!