History
Celebrating Our History.
Preserving Our Legacy.
The Elwyn Archive is dedicated to preserving the rich history of our organization. Named in honor of Dr. Elliott Simon, the Archive reflects his belief in the importance of preserving our legacy for future generations.
About the Archive
The Archive houses historical materials that document Elwyn’s growth, programs, and impact over time. It serves as a resource for staff, families, researchers, and community members to explore our past and understand our evolution. These collections illustrate the people, milestones, and values that have shaped Elwyn.
What the Archive Contains:
- Founding and governance records
- Photographs and visual materials
- Publications and communications
- Personal papers and memorabilia
- Program and service records
- Media coverage and press materials
From the Archives: Elwyn’s Item of the Month
A Prescription from the Past
October is American Pharmacists Month, making it a fitting time to look back at how medications were once prepared at Elwyn.
Long before modern pharmacies made medications readily available, Elwyn physicians often compounded medicines themselves to care for students and residents. Treating everyday ailments such as colds, coughs, and rashes required carefully measuring and combining ingredients to create remedies designed to provide relief.
This month’s Archive Item of the Month offers a glimpse into this earlier era of healthcare at Elwyn—and the care, precision, and resourcefulness that have been part of supporting the people we serve for generations.
Accessing the Archive
Details about accessing the Archive, requesting materials, or contributing historical items will be shared as the collection grows. Contact our archivist, Caitlin Angelone at Catilin.Angelone@elwyn.org.
