On October 16th, 1890 MWB Leander Burdick voiced his support for what today is known as the Ohio Masonic Home.
“If the great army of thoughtful, prudent, considerate and charitably inclined Masons of Ohio could be made to realize how easily this lasting monument to the Fraternity of Free and Accepted Masons can be erected, the work would go forward with such energy and zeal that the necessary funds would be provided...I venture the proud assertion that there is not a true Mason within this Grand Jurisdiction who would not willingly, yea gladly, contribute this small sum toward erecting a Home that would provide shelter, food and raiment for those who are worthy and require the protecting care of an institution bound by an indissoluble choice to aid and assist each other, especially when in adversity or need.”
-Leander Burdick
MWB Burdick, along with Brothers Iredell, Akers, Chamberlin and Brommell led the Board of Trustees toward the advancement, building and reputation that is the Ohio Masonic Home. These men had a vision for the future and worked tirelessly, undeterred in bringing their vision into reality.
The world has changed a great deal since October, 1890. One thing that has remained constant is the need for visionary leaders who are willing to look at an ever-changing landscape, and find solutions to the diversity of people’s needs and wants. Unwavering over more than 120 years is the dedication, commitment and visionary leadership of the Board of Trustees and the executive team of your Ohio Masonic Home. They are continuing this legacy with new and innovative thinking and taking the necessary steps to further define the future of aging. It started with the commitment to assist people to age “how” and “where” they want. The Ohio Masonic Home is transforming from a Senior Living company to an Aging Services organization; from Caring For to Partnering With; from Telling How to Asking What you Desire.
This overall philosophy can be summed up as, “The Trusted Resource for Aspired Living”. Aspired Living is a philosophy that will be at the center of every action taken by the Home. It asks the question of anyone, “What do you Aspire To?” It allows anyone to answer, “I Aspire To…….”
The goal is to encourage people to look within themselves and determine what is it they desire to live a life that is meaningful to them. As an Aging Services organization focused on an Aspired Living philosophy the Ohio Masonic Home can develop meaningful partnerships with its residents and the people whose lives are touched throughout the individual aging process.
This approach will continue to differentiate the Ohio Masonic Home from other organizations throughout the state and across the country; and this is only the beginning. The Board of Trustees and the executive leadership are committed to following the example of visionary leadership that was provided back in 1890 by MWB Burdick and Brothers Iredell, Akers, Chamberlin and Brommell.
The executive staff and Board of Trustees are grateful for the opportunity to serve in respectful roles and look forward to positively advancing the great works of the Ohio Masonic Home in the name of Ohio Freemasonry.
