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Back Bay Mission in Biloxi, Miss., is the UCC’s primary presence on the Gulf Coast. Its many outreach programs help to transform the lives of countless people, including those who find assistance while living in area homeless camps and who visit Back Bay’s Micah Day Center. But now, with the help of partners, Back Bay…
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EveryAge and Carolina SeniorCare hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for their New Bern location on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023. The event took place at the cleared and graded site where work has already begun. Carolina SeniorCare is a Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly, or PACE organization. This provider-based health plan supports participants in getting…
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Abby Drane — president and CEO of Seven Counties Services in Louisville, Ky., CHHSM board member and former CHHSM board president — has been recognized as a “Most Admired CEO” by Louisville Business First. Drane is among the 26 honored CEOs receiving this award, representing leadership across diverse industries such as professional services, construction, nonprofits, financial…
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by MacKenzie Barber, development manager, Emmaus Homes. Reprinted with permission. Life is a journey filled with transitions, challenges, and triumphs. That fact is played out in CHHSM agencies every day, including Emmaus Homes in St. Louis. For new resident Brandon and his family, one transition became a heartfelt chapter that embodies the essence of love,…
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By Lynann Everett, Phoebe Ministries Phoebe Ministries, based in Allentown, Pa., and DeSales University in Center Valley, Pa., recently announced a strategic partnership to encourage employee recruitment and retention through discounted tuition for higher education. As part of the partnership, DeSales University will provide eligible Phoebe employees’ children a 60 percent discount on traditional undergraduate programs…
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By the Rev. Beth Long-Higgins, vice president of engagement, director fo the Ruth Frost Parker Center for Abundant Aging, United Church Homes. Reprinted with permission. These holidays from the end of November through the new year stress me out. This is not related to any past trauma or grief around this time of year, but…
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Every year, Embrace Living — based in Oak Brook, Ill. — helps new residents move into its 25 affordable senior housing communities in Illinois and make them home. Embrace Living’s continued support is crucial after someone moves in, especially in the first few years when most people are uncertain, weary and overwhelmed by their everyday…
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Health care in America is in a constant state of evolution, something Eugene A. Woods has observed first-hand during his 30-year career within the industry. Woods, CEO of Charlotte-based Advocate Health, is regarded as one of today’s most prominent leaders in health care. In his new book released Nov. 14, 2023, Health, Hope, and Healing…
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Dr. Tron Young has been elected board chair of Hoyleton Youth & Family Services, based in Fairview Heights Ill. Young has been a Hoyleton board member since 2019. Former chair Ann Ferguson-Stephens recently completed her term. Young brings 19 years of experience and knowledge as a middle school teacher and principal to Hoyleton. He also…
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After almost three years of focusing primarily on essential services, Isaiah 58 Ministries in St. Louis hosted a Health and Wellness Fair for guests and community members. On Oct. 25, 2023, eight area agencies gathered in Isaiah 58 Ministries’ fellowship hall to provide an abundance of information and resources to attendees. Throughout the day, speakers…
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Abernethy Laurels Nurse's Aide Receives State Award - CHHSM
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Ella JoAn Wells, a certified nursing assistant at Abernethy Laurels retirement community, based in Newton, N.C. — part of the EveryAge family of communities — was named District II Nurse Aide of t...