ISLE is home to another spectacular piece of art! The ‘Fishing Cat’ masterpiece was done by local artist, Jason Van Hoose. It is located at the 107 W. federal Bldg, (behind the former ISLE office on Phelps..between the Federal Appeals Court & Roberto’s.) Van Hoose said, “I enjoy painting animals and sometimes I paint portraits…
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Anita Ohlin, Beauty Personified
Hello friends of ISLE! It is with deep sadness that I report the passing of our friend Anita Ohlin. Anita was a client of ISLE and a true friend. She was, very importantly, the long time girlfriend of our dear friend, Ted Hardie. I first met Ted and Anita while working at Bev Road Masco…
Robert M. Turns the Big 60!
On April 14, 2017, Robert Morley turned 60! He celebrated in Struthers with pizza, cake, and friends. Robert recently has battled some medical issues with much courage! Way to go Robert!
Tribute to Matt Campbell Now at Farmer Casey’s Ranch
A giant artistically painted, cement, cowboy boot is now outside of the gazebo at the Purple Cat at Farmer Casey’s Ranch. The boot is an ode to our departed friend, Matt Campbell. Matt passed away on August 28, 2016. Matt loved the Old West and cowboys. In fact, Matt considered himself a true cowboy and…
Eric Alleman Art Featured on ISLE Office
Isle Inc. is proud to unveil a work of art by Youngstown artist, Eric Alleman. The piece is located on the back wall of the ISLE main office at 12 South Phelps Street. The work is open to quite a bit of interpretation but I feel it is a commentary on psychological services and psychological…
ISLE Folks See Bucs Pull Out A Victory
On Monday May 16, 2016, four ISLE clients watched the Pittsburgh Pirates defeat the Atlanta Braves 8-5. Walter, Earnie, John, and Danny ate at Mullins and searched for the Pirate Parrot. Earnie actually purchased a Pirate Parrot to take home. Go Bucs!
The Gang Hits The Nation’s Capitol
In March a group of Purple Catters took a trip to Washington DC just in time to see the Cherry Blossoms bloom! The gang hopped the Amtrak train out of Alliance, OH at 3AM and enjoyed the scenery for 10 hours to the nation’s capitol. They spent three days seeing all that there was to…
April Employee Spotlight: Patrina Greathouse
Q. HOW MANY YEARS HAVE YOU WORKED/VOLUNTEERED AT ISLE, PURPLE CAT, OR GOLDEN STRING? A. 3 years Q. WHAT DO YOU DO FOR THE ORGANIZATION? A. Home Manager Q. NAME A CLIENT FROM ISLE, PURPLE CAT, GOLDEN STRING THAT INSPIRES YOU AND WHY? A. Mercy Jennings Q. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CANDY BAR AND WHY?…
March Employee Spotlight: Melissa Toot
Q. HOW MANY YEARS HAVE YOU WORKED/VOLUNTEERED AT ISLE, PURPLE CAT, OR GOLDEN STRING? A. 10 Months Q. WHAT DO YOU DO FOR THE ORGANIZATION? A. I’m the Human Resources Director Q. NAME A CLIENT FROM ISLE, PURPLE CAT, GOLDEN STRING THAT INSPIRES YOU AND WHY? A. Ernie. He is always so friendly and happy.…
Michael Caughman
Hello friends, It is with a heavy heart that I inform you of the passing of our friend, Michael Caughman. His housemate Isaac Gordon and morning staff member, Margaret, found him lying peacefully in his bed around 5:30 this morning. Michael looked as if he was dreaming. Isaac stated that Michael was up using the…