News & Publications

Article • August 21, 2026

Hattie Larlham Breaks Ground on New Therapy Center

Construction begins this fall on a new outpatient therapy center that will expand access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy services.

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August 21, 2026

Hattie Larlham Named a Top Workplace for Third Consecutive Year

Employees recognized Hattie Larlham for its supportive culture and commitment to professional growth, earning the honor for the third year running.

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Press Releases • May 11, 2026

Hattie Larlham Announces Building on a Legacy Campaign Featuring Respiratory Program Addition

MANTUA,OH - Hattie Larlham has embarked upon a $17.2M capital campaign to expand and revitalize its flagship Intermediate Care Facility, The Hattie Larlham Center for Children with Disabilities. The B

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Press Releases • February 4, 2026

Hattie Larlham Appoints Two New Foundation Board of Directors

MANTUA, OH – Hattie Larlham CEO Stephen Colecchi announced the appointments of Grant Hesselbart and Shojuana Mertz to the Hattie Larlham Foundation Board of Directors. The role of the Foundation

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Articles • November 14, 2025

Record Year for Bright & Blue Gala

Hattie Larlham’s annual Bright & Blue Gala was an incredible success and we were thrilled to share it with more than 300 guests and volunteers . Together, we enjoyed a wonderful night at The

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Articles • July 7, 2025

2025 Hattie Larlham ThriveK All Abilities Series

The 2025 Hattie Larlham ThriveK All Abilities series was a huge success! On June 1 in Cleveland, and June 29 in Columbus, we were joined by our sponsors, partners, friends, and families for fun-filled

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Articles • March 3, 2025

Hattie Larlham Rebrands Adult Day Programs

Hattie Larlham is pleased to share that we have rebranded our Constant Companions and Addventures adult day programs under one new program name. Beginning March 3, these programs will now be called &l

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Press Releases • February 14, 2025

New Partnership Formed to Empower Ohio Disability Services Organizations

Mantua, OH - Three of Ohio’s leading providers of services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities have joined forces to create the Ohio Provider Management Services Org

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Articles • December 13, 2024

Dr. Sky Dean Joins Medical Staff at The Hattie Larlham Center

Meet Dr. Dean! Sky Dean, M.D. recently joined the medical team at the Hattie Larlham Center for Children. With a little over a month under her belt, we sat down with Dr. Dean to get to know her a litt

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Press Releases • June 12, 2024

Hattie Larlham Appoints New Member to Foundation Board of Directors

MANTUA, OH – Hattie Larlham CEO Stephen Colecchi announced the appointment of Lance “Putter” Johnson, CFP to the Hattie Larlham Foundation Board of Directors, which provides governan

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Press Releases • June 10, 2024

Hattie Larlham Appoints Akron Children’s Vice President to Board of Directors

MANTUA, OH – Hattie Larlham CEO Stephen Colecchi announced the appointment of Tina Sanzone to the Hattie Larlham Board of Directors, which provides governance and oversight to Hattie Larlham. Ms

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Articles • January 31, 2024

Hattie Larlham CEO Joins OPRA Board of Directors

Hattie Larlham Chief Executive Officer, Stephen Colecchi was appointed to the Ohio Provider's Resource Association (OPRA) Board of Directors this January. He was elected to serve on the Board for thre

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