25th Anniversary Celebration!
Verland celebrated its 25th anniversary with “A Silver Salute” in 2003.
This non-profit organization was born out of three women’s compassion for the mentally disabled. The founders are: Theo Hanzel, whose love for her son, Andrew, brought her to work at an institution; Carol Mitchell, whose young patient, the aforementioned Tresch, touched her so deeply she began a reformation; and Nancy Chalfant, whose daughter, Verlinda, inspired a mother’s involvement.
The foundation has 550 employees, 200 individuals and 45 homes throughout Western Pennsylvania. Carol Mitchell is the president and CEO of Verland. Her goal was and still is “to give David and his friends a wonderful place to live with normal homes where they’re treated with dignity and love.
Events (click to discover special moments):
June 7, 2003 Verland's Country Jamboree
June 7, 2003 evening Carol Mitchell recognized for 40 years of service
June 8, 2003 Christian-based church service at Christ Church at Grove Farm at 4:00 p.m. with a reception immediately following in the Sanctuary of Christ Church.