Supporting a Cancer Journey: Brick by Brick

Supporting a Cancer Journey: Brick by Brick

Avita Health Foundation invites you to support our cancer program by creating a lasting legacy in memory or in honor of a loved one, a colleague, or someone who made a difference in your life.

The Healing & Memorial Gardens at Avita’s Jode Cancer Center (construction to begin in Spring of 2026) and Avita Home Health & Hospice support patients and families throughout the year by offering a peaceful and tranquil place for meditation, to gather thoughts, and process information. A sanctuary for family and friends, these gardens provide a place to wait during patient therapies and treatments in a therapeutic landscape, as well as a place to memorialize loved ones.

When you purchase an engraved brick, paver, or garden bench, countless patients, visitors, and employees will have the opportunity to appreciate and find inspiration from all of the loving and meaningful messages as they visit the Healing & Memorial Gardens.

To reserve a brick, please visit https://avitahealth.org/foundation/brick-by-brick/

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FAQs

Where will the engraved bricks/pavers be installed?

You have the choice to have your customized brick/paver installed in either of the Healing & Memorial Gardens at Avita’s Jode Cancer Center in Ontario or at Avita Home Health & Hospice in Galion.

What does my purchase of a brick/paver support?

The purchase of a customized brick/paver will help fund construction of Jode Cancer Center and oncology programs such as hospice & palliative care and survivorship, as well as Healing & Memorial Gardens in both Galion and Ontario.

What process is used to engrave my brick/paver and what happens if it gets damaged?

Laser engraving (clay) or sandblast engraving (limestone) is used on each brick. An endowment has been established to support the replacement of damaged bricks.

Can I request a particular spot for my brick/paver or with other family members?

If ordered together, bricks/pavers can be placed in the same area. Unfortunately, we are unable to guarantee any positioning of bricks/pavers before installation. After installation, you will receive a map of the garden(s) to help you find your brick(s)/paver(s).

Is my donation or purchase of a brick/paver tax-deductible?

Yes, all donations through the Avita Health Foundation are tax deductible.