“It was my birthday present,” Betty said after the concert. Performing for Betty was a treat for Janet Blessing, director of the ensemble, and the boys. “I hate for people to say all these good things after people are gone. We wanted to do it for Betty,” Felice said. The…
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2017 UCH Golf Outing
REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 1 Schedule for the Day Schedule for the Day 8:00 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:45 a.m. Call to Carts 9:00 a.m. Shotgun Start Return to the clubhouse for lunch and prizes after tournament play. How to Register Register by email: csandridge@uchinc.org Register by phone: 740.382.4885…
Read MoreRichard Dible appointed to manage all UCH accounting and finance
The Bucyrus native began his role with the nonprofit, faith-based organization on Nov. 29. “I’m very excited to be on board. I was drawn to the mission and vision of United Church Homes,” Richard said. UCH’s corporate office is based at 170 E. Center St. in Marion. Our mission is…
Read MoreCale Sandridge named annual giving coordinator
the spring and year-end donor appeals, manage the September golf outing, and run the employee giving campaign, which historically raises the largest contributions of any annual appeal for United Church Homes. In addition, Cale will work in donor relations. “I am excited to play a major role in UCH’s advancement…
Read MoreAlissa Clouse named director of major gifts and grants
experience in aging services fund-raising and previously served as director of annual giving and special events at United Church Homes. She will work with major donors, oversee UCH’s Donor Appreciation Dinners, and manage a strategic grant program. “I am very excited about my role at United Church Homes. In this…
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The purpose of the award is to “celebrate people who have done something of such merit and impact that it creates transformative change in some way,” Rev. Daniel said. Sue, a longtime volunteer and philanthropist for United Church Homes, was inspired in November to extend a matching gift challenge…
Read MoreIn Memoriam: Judge Loren Schoenberger
Loren Schoenberger, a resident of Fairhaven Community in Upper Sandusky, Ohio, died January 22. He was 97. The lifelong Upper Sandusky resident practiced law for 50 years. He served as an Upper Sandusky Municipal Court judge from 1958-1985, earning Superior Judicial Service Awards for 10 years. He served in World…
Read MoreWitnessing Transformation: Surviving to Thriving
Soon the organization was dealing with tough economic times and as a financial professional, I wanted to help. I wanted to stabilize an organization that provided vital services to residents, their families, churches, and communities. Over time, the work became more challenging, and difficult decisions were made that influenced the…
Read MoreLeaders to Help UCH Grow, Transform Aging
The rich history of the ministry at United Church Homes has always been to provide senior living. New imperatives of transforming aging and educating others on aging services is now core to its service. As United Church Homes renovates and expands existing communities and adds management contracts through United Church…
Read MoreMission: Possible UCH Affordable Housing Leaders Fighting the Good Fight
‘Funding has dried up’ Funding for HUD’s senior housing program that pays for new construction of affordable housing was eliminated in 2011. Thus, few new affordable rental units have been built since 2012. The lack of federal funds for HUD’s Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly program, which helps…
Read MoreFairhaven Quilt: A Patchwork of Compassion
“I think it’s a wonderful idea to put that quilt over them. It’s comforting. It’s just the feeling that you’re putting them to bed. Laying the quilt over them is like laying them to rest,” said Esther, 57, of Wharton, Ohio. The pall quilt, stitched by Fairhaven volunteers nearly 40…
Read MorePerson-Centered and Growing Stronger
United Church Homes puts lifestyle, dignity and comfort first when addressing the growing need for memory care. During 100 years in business you learn a thing or two about change. United Church Homes (UCH) has been transforming itself from the very start, but one thing has always remained the same:…
Read MoreUCH names Dailey executive director at Glenwood Community
MARIETTA, Ohio – United Church Homes recently selected a new executive director for Glenwood Community in Marietta. Linda J. Dailey will begin her role at Glenwood April 26. She is excited about her new leadership role at Glenwood and with United Church Homes, a nonprofit, faith-based organization based in…
Read MoreSAVE the DATE! October 20, 2017
Learn more about the Symposium by visiting unitedchurchhomes.org/rfpcaa. Dr. Laura L. Carstensen Named Keynote Speaker for 2017 Annual Symposium Dr. Laura L. Carstensen is professor of Psychology and the Fairleigh S. Dickinson Jr. Professor in Public Policy at Stanford University where she serves as founding director of the Stanford Center…
Read MoreUCH Executive Named Marion Technical College Trustee
United Church Homes Executive Vice President and General Counsel Ken Young was recently appointed to the Marion Technical College Board of Trustees. “I’m looking forward to serving on the MTC Board of Trustees, as I have a strong belief in the value of people achieving their goals. Obtaining as much…
Read MoreBill & Helen Swank: Educational Pioneers
Today the phenomenon is fairly common; as evidenced by Bill and Hillary Clinton, Bob and Elizabeth Dole, Beyoncé and Jay Z, and Elton John and David Furnish. Today it’s not unusual for two supremely talented individuals to meet, fall in love, get married, and live happily ever after. We call…
Read MoreUCH names new facilities manager
Morrell, who has 22 years of work experience in construction, as well as a strong background in project management and real estate development, said his new job is a perfect fit. “This plays into all of my strengths,” Morrell said. Morrell previously worked at Exxcel Project Management, a construction company…
Read MoreUCH Names New Director of Major Gifts and Grants
Clouse, who has worked at UCH for three years, will work with major donors, overseeing UCH’s Donor Appreciation Dinners, and managing a strategic grant program. “I am very excited about my role at United Church Homes. In this new position I can continue to make an impact by connecting individuals,…
Read MoreUCH Names New Annual Giving Coordinator
MARION, Ohio – United Church Homes recently named Cale Sandridge its new annual giving coordinator. Sandridge, a 2011 graduate of Upper Sandusky High School and a 2015 graduate of Heidelberg University, first joined the Advancement Department at United Church Homes as an intern during the spring of his senior year.…
Read MoreUCH Names New Vice President of Finance
MARION, Ohio – United Church Homes recently appointed a new vice president of finance. “I’m very excited to be on board. I was drawn to the mission and vision of United Church Homes.” Richard Dible, a Columbus resident and seasoned financial executive, will manage all aspects of UCH’s accounting and…
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