The Center for Respite Care

05/21/2026

Congratulations, Dr. Manley, and thank you for your compassionate leadership and unwavering commitment to our community. We are proud to recognize your impact and grateful for The Christ Hospital Health Network’s continued partnership in caring for our neighbors most in need. 💙

We’re proud to share that Dr. Mark Manley, Immediate Past President of TCHHN Medical Staff, has been named a recipient of the 2026 Transformation Award by the Center for Respite Care.

Each year, the Center for Respite Care recognizes individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact in our community, particularly in supporting those with the greatest needs. Dr. Manley was selected by unanimous vote—an honor that reflects his compassion, leadership, and continued commitment to care.

This recognition not only celebrates Dr. Manley’s contributions but also highlights the broader impact of The Christ Hospital Health Network in serving our community with purpose and heart.

As part of this award, recipients will be featured in a regional media and digital campaign sharing stories of impact across our region.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Manley on this well-deserved recognition and thanking him for all he does to advance our mission.

05/01/2026

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Liz Bonis, a trusted voice in health journalism and a tireless advocate for community well-being.

Liz served as the longtime medical reporter for WKRC-TV, Local 12 in Cincinnati, where she dedicated her career to translating complex medical information into meaningful, accessible guidance for all. For more than two decades, she used her platform to elevate public health, empower individuals, and spotlight innovations that improve lives.

Liz was a steadfast supporter of the Center for Respite Care. She understood the importance of compassionate, holistic care for those experiencing homelessness and used her voice to champion our mission and the dignity of those we serve.

Liz lived her life in service to others. Her impact on our community, and on organizations like ours, will be felt for years to come. Her legacy reminds us that storytelling can heal, advocacy can save lives, and one voice can truly make a difference.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, colleagues, and all who were touched by her work.

Liz Bonis Local 12 News LOCAL 12, WKRC-TV

04/06/2026

We’re in the home stretch of our capital campaign, and your support matters now more than ever! With your help, we can secure a permanent home for this life-saving work and ensure our most vulnerable neighbors always have a safe place to heal. Join us in getting across the finish line. Donate today at www.centerforrespitecare.org.

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04/06/2026

We are so grateful to St. Ignatius Parish for their generous support through Project 5000.

Inspired by the Gospel story of multiplying small gifts into something greater, this program brings together community partners to provide essential items for those experiencing homelessness and poverty. Because of this incredible generosity, our clients at the Center for Respite Care will have the basic necessities they need to heal with dignity.

To St. Ignatius and all of our church partners, thank you. Your compassion and commitment make a real difference every single day.

03/23/2026

Voting for this round of Target Circle Nonprofit Partners ends March 31st! Hurry and cast your votes to support our mission today!

https://www.target.com/circle/community-voting

Big news! We’re so excited to announce that we’re featured in Target Circle™! We were selected as one of the nonprofits to support in our region. Vote for us in the Target app to direct Target funds to support our work.

Here’s how: Visit the link below to cast your vote! https://www.target.com/circle/community-voting

Or:

Step 1: Choose ‘My Target’ in the Target app or ‘Account’ on the website.
Step 2: Tap ‘Cast votes’
Step 3: Find us & vote

Voting ends March 31st!

Every vote counts and truly helps to support our work. Vote today! (and tell your friends!) Thank you Target for supporting our community and so many amazing organizations!

03/17/2026

H.R. 1, also known as the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," made significant changes to how states finance their Medicaid programs and added eligibility restrictions such as work requirements and more frequent redeterminations. States dealing with the political and fiscal fallout from the bill might be tempted to respond by pulling back on added services in their Medicaid programs. But doing so could harm broader goals related to cost-effectiveness and reducing burdens on hospitals.

Our new fact sheet describes why states, hospitals, and payors should continue supporting medical respite care programs. Access it here: https://nhchc.org/resource/medical-respite-care-programs-add-value-to-states-hospitals-payors/

02/14/2026

At the Center for Respite Care, love looks like a second chance.

It’s the moment someone who has been discharged to the streets instead finds a place to rest, recover, and be seen. It’s the care that surrounds each client and the community that makes it possible.

This Valentine’s Day, thank you for loving your neighbors through action, advocacy, and support. You are the heart of this mission. 💕

02/13/2026

Unfortunately, we are still having issues with our phone and fax lines as of 2/13/26. Both fax and call are affected. If you need to contact us, please email us at [email protected].

02/12/2026

Due to a local outage, our phone system is currently down. If you need assistance please email [email protected]. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to connecting soon! Thank you!

02/04/2026

Thank you Liz Bonis Local 12 News for highlighting our mission and relocation. To support our capital campaign visit www.centerforrespitecare.org. Every dollar counts! Thank you!