OUR HISTORY

As they aged, Dick & Toni Moscovic, realized that at some point in their lives they would have to plan for alternative living arrangements for their son, Drew. Drew is thirty-nine years old and during his elementary, high school, and post high school periods has always been a part of his community. With this in mind, Dick & Toni wanted their son to be in a safe, spiritually based, and loving home that is located close to them and his community. With a core group of people with similar ambitions for their special needs adult children, the mission was started.

Today, Drew’s Home of Clarkston is a unique apartment-style residence for adults with disabilities. Presently, these residents live in 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments on the first floor, and one apartment on the second floor. Five second floor apartments house the general public. The work to accomplish this mission began in 2016.

2016  Drew’s Home of Clarkston was imagined.

• Encouraged by Fr. Chris Maus of St. Daniel Parish, Dick and Toni Moscovic visited Angels Place, an organization that showcased the type of home-like living residences that inspired them to create a similar model. This visit served as a pivotal moment in transforming their vision into action. They connected with a core of like-minded individuals who provided both the confidence and direction to lay the foundation for what would become Drew’s Home of Clarkston.
• A Board of Directors and an Advisory Committee were created.
• The Knights of Columbus from St. Dan’s readily accepted the challenge of helping raise funds necessary to eventually build and/or buy a facility that would enable DHC to fulfill the vision.

2017  A Local Apartment Building became available.

• Jerry Forster, a local businessman who owned the Clarkston Corner apartment building, aware of DHC's mission, offered the sale of the building to DHC.
• Because DHC did not have the finances, three Moscovic families [Dick, Dean, Derek] and the Bob White family created M3W1 LLC in order to purchase the building for the DHC. Their generous purchase was made with the understanding that once the DHC was able, the LLC would sell the building to DHC.

2018  DHC formally becomes 501(c)(3).

• The DHC Board approved apartment renovations for ADA compliant, safe and accessible living environments. 

2019  Drew’s Home welcomes new residents.

• The first residents moved into two newly renovated apartments, marking the official opening of Drew’s Home of Clarkston.
• ADA renovations of the apartments continued as fundraising focused on covering the cost of handicapped bathrooms and accessible living arrangements. St. Dan’s and other local Knights of Columbus groups created the first golf outing to raise funds and identify volunteers, local businesses, and community groups to support the outings.
• Initial programs and services for residents are launched, including community outings, recreational activities, and educational opportunities for residents.

2022 DHC Returnable Bottle & Can Chalet is built and a van is donated.

• Fundraising expanded with a larger golf outing, concerts, and online donations. These efforts helped DHC to renovate 4 more apartments. All 6 apartments house adults with disabilities.
• Donations of returnable bottles and cans began. The weekly donations by individuals and can drives by groups provides essential funds for DHC social and educational events. It also provides a productive, daily living activity in the community as residents and their caregivers return bottles and cans. Schools and church groups donate returnables providing a community service project for local teens. 
• Joe Fabrizio, in honor of his disabled wife, donated a Dodge Grand Caravan  that was converted, making it wheelchair accessible. The conversion van includes a side exiting ramp that provides much needed transportation for DHC residents to do daily activities in the community or go to DHC concert events.
• Resident programs and activities expanded from 2022-2025. The events include weekly bowling, softball, movie outings, and sponsored dinners featuring professional entertainment. Community events and an annual DHC Christmas family dinner with gifts and a visit from Santa are signature events. 

2024  The M3W1 LLC is dissolved. 

• The Moscovic and White families fulfilled their commitment to hold and manage the building until the DHC nonprofit was able to assume ownership. Their support and trust gave the DHC the time it needed to become financially able to purchase the property.
• The DHC purchased Clarkston Corners property from the M3W1 LLC. The DHC extends its gratitude to the Moscovic and White families and to each donor whose generosity made this possible. 

2026  DHC plans and budgets for a sustainable building and organization. 

• The DHC identified 3 renovation projects intended to ensure that the 1970s vintage building follows ADA compliance and current building codes as well as a safe and reliable building. The initial work established a multi-year plan to identify and finance all necessary building updates.
• The launch of the multi-year plan replaced failing, original water heaters and all staircase railings to meet code and increase safety.
• Faced with increasing budget needs, DHC established our first Annual Gala event. The funds derived from the Galas will enable the sustainability of our mission, goals and budget.
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