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Cedar Community Extends Commitment to Environmental Stewardship

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | February 12, 2024

By Sarah Malchow, chief administrative officer, Cedar Community Cedar Community, located in West Bend, Wis., recently finalized the gift of easement rights for nearly 100 acres of woods, trails, lakefront, and prairie land to the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation. A formal dedication ceremony was held in October 2023. “We are honored to donate the development…

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Cornerstone Community Housing is About Perseverance: One Day at a Time

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | February 12, 2024

By Sheila Helgerson executive director The 2024 theme for Cornerstone Community Housing in Baltimore “Perseverance,” and Cornerstone is living it every day at its Earl’s Place and Prospect Place locations. In December, two older men entered Earl’s Place. They brought stories filled with challenges, but they were employed and had clear plans for the future.…

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Hoyleton’s New Construction to Increase Resident Care and Treatment Options

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | February 12, 2024

Construction on new facilities at Hoyleton Youth & Family Services in Fairview Heights, Ill., currently is in progress. The official groundbreaking took place July 27, 2023. Phase 1 of the project —  six 3,700-square-foot residential cottages — is scheduled to be completed by early spring. Following completion, youth residents will be moved into their new…

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Embrace Living Receives DuPage Foundation Grant

By CHHSM Staff | February 12, 2024

In December 2023, Embrace Living, based in Oak Brook, Ill., was awarded a $10,000 grant from the DuPage Foundation’s Community Needs Grant Program. The grant will be used for technology education for Embrace Living residents. Also supporting the project are the Beth and Daniel Maguire Family Fund, Pane E Pesci Fund and an anonymous donor…

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Various Open Positions: Every Child’s Hope

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | January 29, 2024

At Every Child’s Hope in St. Louis, we are currently expanding our team and have several rewarding positions available for individuals with a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children. If you have experience working with children and are eager to contribute to their well-being, we encourage you to explore the…

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Therapeutic Foster Parents: Hoyleton Youth and Family Services

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | January 19, 2024

Therapeutic Foster Parents Needed! Hoyleton Youth and Family Services, based in Fairview Heights, Ill., has expanded its residential foster care program to include therapeutic foster homes. This expansion provides an opportunity for identified foster youth, currently in our residential program, to live in community with qualified foster parents in a single-family home in the Belleville,…

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CHHSM Members and Friends Ensure Success, Innovation, and Collaboration at Annual Gathering

By Barb Powell | January 11, 2024

Innovation as the Gateway to Collaboration is the theme of this year’s Annual Gathering, to be held March 12-14 at the Live! by Loews Hotel in St. Louis. Indeed, the Annual Gathering itself is a product of collaboration, thanks to the partners and members who serve as sponsors of the many keynotes, plenaries, meals, workshops,…

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Arcadia Residents Receive Extra Christmas Cheer Thanks to Local High School Student’s Idea

By Barb Powell | January 11, 2024

Residents, clients, and members of Arcadia Family of Companies in Honolulu received a special surprise this past Christmas season: handmade cards from local elementary school children, thanks to United Healthcare and the efforts of high school student Chloe Nie. The project was the brainchild of Nie, a junior and National Honor Society (NHS) student at…

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CHHSM Resources for Health and Human Service Sunday Offer Support and Healing for UCC-Related Essential Workers

By Barb Powell | January 11, 2024
Health and Human Service Sunday

The UCC Council for Health and Human Service Ministries (CHHSM) recently released resources for Health and Human Service Sunday, which takes place Jan. 28, the Fourth Sunday after Epiphany. The resources provide a means for UCC churches, CHHSM members, and friends to bring the message of serving leadership and support for health and human service…

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A Journey of Hope and Teamwork: Emmaus Homes Clients Score Points at Special Olympics

By CHHSM Staff | January 11, 2024

Clients from Emmaus Homes in St. Louis displayed their pursuit of bright futures in October, when they embarked on an inspiring journey to the Special Olympics Bowling Tournament in Jefferson City, MO. Held Oct. 28, the event raised nearly $7,000 for Southern Missouri Special Olympics. The event gathered more than 100 participants on 20 teams.…

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