VISION
The vision is real MIRACLE MANOR In December 2015, Miracles for Kids began operation of its first shelter program through the acquisition of a 28,000 square foot, existing 12-unit apartment complex built in 1977. The apartment complex, originally offered at $3,250,000, was acquired in late December 2014 for $2,900,000. ‘Miracle Manor’ - as it was named by Board of Directors many years ago, serves as the organization’s first shelter facility. This represents an innovative approach to providing shelter and housing needs to Miracles for Kids children and their families. In some respects, Miracle Manor is an extension of the funding already provided to children and their families in the form of grants for rent, food, utilities and other basic needs related to shelter and housing through the Grant Program. Miracle Manor provides families with shelter and a warm home environment during their child’s treatment for a life-threatening illness at an affiliated children’s hospital. It serves families who have become increasingly unstable financially as a result of providing care for their child - and
who are at risk for being homeless. Located in the city of Orange, less than a mile from CHOC Children’s, Miracle Manor is situated in a secure neighborhood within walking distance to mass transit, grocery stores, pharmacies and other businesses. Miracle Manor is also conveniently located with easy access to major streets and freeways. Core to the organization’s long term goals, Miracle Manor will be a model for future Miracle Manors throughout Southern California. All 12 apartments underwent interior and exterior renovation to meet all the safety needs of a child battling a life-threatening illness. Interior remodeling include new flooring, surfaces, plumbing, drywall repair, carpentry, bathroom fixtures, kitchen cabinets and appliances, painting, and windows. The exterior improvements include hard and soft landscape, new walkways, ADA accessibility for first floor units, stucco and roof repair, open play spaces, and fencing/wall installation. The estimated total cost of renovations is $1,500,000.