MetroHealth Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio
Gerson Center
History
Mission
Resources
History
The Benjamin S.
Gerson Family Resource Center was developed through the generosity
of the children of Benjamin S. Gerson. Mr. Gerson was diagnosed with polio
in 1953 and treated at the MetroHealth Medical Center. He attributed the care he received
at MetroHealth with allowing him to return to a productive life after his
diagnosis. The Gerson Center, dedicated in November
2004, links persons with disabilities to the educational information, support services,
and community agencies needed to enhance their quality of life.
Mission
The mission of the Benjamin S. Gerson
Family Resource Center is to serve the community
by:
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Establishing cooperative relationships with local,
regional, and national organizations to provide prompt communication,
information, and education for persons with disabilities and their
families.
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Providing a seamless transition from therapies to
community reintegration and a return to productive living.
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Acting as an ongoing resource center for the
community in the area of awareness, research, and access to services for persons
with disabilities.
Resources
Assistance is available to help individuals with disabilities and their
families access services including but not limited to:
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Housing
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Disability
Benefits
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Recreation
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Vocational
Services
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Health and
Wellness
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Medical
Benefits
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Support
Groups
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Preventative
Care
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Medical
Equipment
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Research
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Attendant
Care
For more information or to access the Gerson Center, please call toll free 1-(866)
339-9775 or (216) 778-2388.
You can email the Gerson Center Coordinator at
gersonresourcecenter@metrohealth.org
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