Individuals with developmental disabilities who work at Sunshine’s greenhouse have
been toiling to bring a new farmer’s market to the Toledo area.The greenhouse
will be open every Thursday from noon to 3 p.m. until the fall, selling a wide
array of vegetables on a table … hence their clever name: The
Vege-Table."At the greenhouse, vegetables have started to grow like
crazy," said greenhouse supervisor Kevin McColl. "It is great to see
all of their hard work pay off and literally see the fruits of their labor
through cucumbers, gypsy broccoli, green onions, zucchini, yellow squash,
tomatoes, hot peppers, Patty Pan and herbs like dill, sweet basil, oregano,
parsley, sage and rosemary."In addition to providing supported employment
to people with developmental disabilities, Sunshine is interested in making the
world a greener, healthier place. Why not help the world, one Vege-Table at a
time?Sunshine is a non-profit organization in Maumee, that offers an array of
services and programs for people with developmental disabilities and their
families.Sunshine provides residential, vocational and family support services
to people with developmental disabilities.Sunshine’s mission is to create
community among people with developmental disabilities, their families, friends
and staff and does this by offering services that enable Sunshine to build
relationships that enhance our lives through mutual caring and growth. For more
information, visit www.sunshine.org.Sunshine, formerly known as the Sunshine
Children’s Home, in the community, has changed its name to simply,
Sunshine," to reflect the fact that the organization now serves many adults
facing disabilities in their lives.