Since 1979, the Oak House has helped the copper country’s disabled community gain the independence they need to live full lives.
Director Terry Sayatovich said the facility is an important space for the community. Oak House primarily earns funding through private donations and grant programs, but those funds often have limitations and may not support infrastructure improvements.
Last year was Oak House’s first experience working with Copper Shores’ Giving Tuesday campaign. The community helped support the transition home with $22,000, which Sayatovich said was used for roof repairs.
“I think nonprofits are overlooked a lot. I’ve worked for a nonprofit my entire life. Before this, I was at Dial Help. And I think nonprofits get overlooked. I think they’re underestimated as to the impact they can have in their community,” Sayatovich said. “With Giving Tuesday helping out the nonprofits, I think it’s just a great way for the nonprofits to feel so appreciated.”
Sayatovich said the funding made Oak House staff feel valued.
“I want to say loved because that’s how we felt last year when we got this check. We just felt loved in that people finally are recognizing the important work that the nonprofits are doing,” she said.
Oak House also offers a respite bed for families in the region and can work with families to set up temporary residence arrangements.
More information about Oak House is available online.
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