JOINT PUBLIC STATEMENT BY NORA MELTON AND PARROT HOPE RESCUE
JOINT PUBLIC STATEMENT BY NORA MELTON AND PARROT HOPE RESCUE
April 8, 2025. Mantua, Ohio. Nora Melton and Parrot Hope Rescue are pleased to announce a successful outcome in the matter of Simon, the Eclectus parrot. As reported in the media, a family member surrendered Nora’s parrot, Simon, to the Cleveland APL without her knowledge and consent. The APL accepted the surrender of Simon in good faith, and in turn transferred ownership of Simon to Parrot Hope Rescue, a non-profit rescue specializing in parrots. Parrot Hope Rescue accepted the surrender of Simon in good faith, and promptly placed him for adoption with a loving family. When the true circumstances of Simon’s surrender came to light, Parrot Hope Rescue worked with the family to unwind the placement.
Nora and Parrot Hope Rescue then worked out an arrangement in which a trusted individual designated by Nora will adopt Simon until such time as Nora has stable housing and can serve Simon’s best interests, at which time legal ownership can be transferred to Nora. In the meantime, Nora can visit Simon regularly.
No one is paying Parrot Hope Rescue any adoption fees in connection with Simon.
Tammi Kraynak, the founder and director of Parrot Hope Rescue said, “This is a difficult and unique story with a happy ending. We are ecstatic that Simon can be reunited with Nora, and we are grateful to the adoptive family who graciously agreed to step aside so this reunion could happen.”
Nora expresses her gratitude to everyone who offered amazing prayers, thoughts and advice. She said, “Parrot Hope Rescue has been incredible in response to my story, going above and beyond to help reunite Simon and me.” She also said she is forever grateful to the family who stepped aside, under challenging circumstances, to make this reunion possible.
*Public Service Announcement*
Parrot Hope Rescue is always taking in parrots, and will not turn you away when you need us. We have foster homes readily available at all times when we receive surrendered parrots.
PLEASE, do your diligent research in where your beloved companion parrot is going. We will NEVER ask you to bring your parrot to surrender them anywhere but TO THE RESCUE.
Meet the Board Members.
These women are the only people verified to work with the public in regards to surrendering or adopting through this rescue. One of us will reach out once we receive a message from you through this website contact form.
Pictured left to right: Jaymie Laughlin, Brooke Solitt, Shelly Lamb, Tammi Kraynak, & Hope Evans.
Surrendering or Adopting?
Parrot Hope is a safe haven for pet birds. Each bird will be cared for by catering to their specific requirements. Outdoor aviaries provide a natural setting during the day for birds to enjoy. Play gyms, toys and daily human interaction promotes a healthy, happy bird. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and healthy diets are served daily.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A RESCUE:
- Proper documentation of nonprofit status
- Experience, knowledge, and compassion
- A safe and clean environment
- Proper caging, diet, and mental stimulation (toys & human contact)
- Available veterinarian medical attention
- Ongoing support from the rescue team
- See for yourself before you surrender or adopt
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Grooming safely preformed by knowledgeable PHR staff
- Free educational seminars
- Veterinarian medical attention
- Boarding services in a home setting
- Rehabilitation for optimal behavior
- A promise that all birds will go to a good home
- A belief that any bird is adoptable