The Polaris Community

When Women Lead: The Transformative Success of The Polaris Community

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | November 13, 2025

By Anna Redd, UCH communications specialist In the heart of Columbus, Ohio’s vibrant Polaris shopping district, a senior living community is quietly transforming lives. The Polaris Community, a middle-market gem in United Church Homes’ (UCH) portfolio, offers more than affordable, high-quality living—it’s a place where residents discover connection, purpose and joy. At the center of…

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United Church Homes-The Polaris Community Welcomes Bowyer, Babcock to Leadership Team

By CHHSM Staff | March 1, 2022

United Church Homes-The Polaris Community, based in Columbus, Ohio, recently welcomed Kim Bowyer and Christy Babcock to its leadership team. Kim Bowyer, Polaris’ new executive director, will overseeing day-to-day operations for the community. “Kim brings a wealth of knowledge to the organization with more than thirty years’ experience in healthcare. She is passionate about customer service and…

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‘UCH Cares’ Program Offers Solutions to Older Adult Residents

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | February 10, 2022

As a unique extension of United Church Homes (UCH), based in Marion, Ohio, UCH Cares offers UCH residents home-based support and personal care services so that they can continue to live an abundant life on their terms. UCH Cares provides vital services that help residents remain independent and active, whether the need is temporary or…

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United Church Homes acquires Polaris Retirement Community in Columbus, Ohio

By CHHSM-Member Ministry Contribution | July 30, 2021

United Church Homes, Inc. (UCH) yesterday (July 28) acquired The Polaris Retirement Community from Polaris Retirement Living Properties, LP. The independent senior living community for those 55 and older has 136 one- and two-bedroom apartments and was developed in collaboration with Pittsburgh-based Graziano Construction and Development Company, Inc., and Sweetbay Senior Living.  The property is…

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CHHSM welcomes Cynthia McKenzie, its new associate for business operations. Cynthia began work with CHHSM in November 2025. Cynthia has more than 20 years of experience in community development work, most recently as assistant director of a community development corporation in Cleveland. Prior to that, she spent 14 years supporting community-based initiatives in the St. Clair-Superior neighborhood of Cleveland. She attended Notre Dame College in South Euclid, Ohio, and Portland (Ore.) Community College.Currently, Cynthia serves on the board of the Northern Ohio Recovery Association, where she has been a member for seven years. She also has been on the boards of Greater Cleveland Community Shares and the Northern Ohio Direct Marketing Association. Originally from Portland, Cynthia relocated to Cleveland nearly 39 years ago, and remains deeply committed to the city and her local community. ... See MoreSee Less
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