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As part of our mission to offer support for aging adults, UCH provides service coordination to more than 2,500 older adults living in owned and managed affordable housing communities, to more than 600 seniors living in the neighborhoods surrounding these communities and will soon offer this service to more of…
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Terry Spitznagel always knew she wanted a career that would allow her to be of service to others. But she knew she had a keen business sense and sought a path that would enable her to leverage both hard and soft skills. "I've been blessed with a career path where…
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Our culture of compassion and respect sets United Church Homes apart, and our "I Live It" hospitality standards aim to show those we serve that we don't just say it-- we work to bring those values to life. Leading the charge is Amy Kotterman, Director of Customer Experience. Kotterman has…
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March 13, 2020, is circled on United Church Homes senior leaders' calendars - just two days after COVID-19 was declared a national emergency in the U.S. That day began a baptism by fire for every UCH team member. UCH faced two challenges against the backdrop of one of the most…
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As the nation continues to recover from the challenges of recent years, the housing market is once again experiencing rapid growth, with demand outpacing inventory in many areas across the country. According to an article by U.S. News & World Report, interest rates are expected to remain relatively low this…
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The pandemic taught humanity a lot of valuable lessons, but arguably the most important was how it taught Chapel Hill Community to adapt quickly in providing successful activities and life enrichment to its seniors. John Wooden, one of the winningest NCAA basketball coaches said, “If we fail to adapt, we fail…
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MARION (April 9, 2021)– United Church Homes (UCH) has welcomed Chadwick Johnson as Director of Housing Operations. Johnson will oversee the daily operations of more than 60 affordable housing communities in 14 states. The role is an important one. By 2030, there will be an estimated 73 million Americans aged…
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Meet Chef Dave Rudie of Glenwood Community “Food is so much more than just physical nourishment,” says Chef John ‘Dave’ Rudie. “Food is really about bringing joy to people, and that’s what I get to do here.” United Church Homes knows that staff often becomes family, and our residents are…
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MARION, Ohio (March 25, 2021) – United Church Homes announces the creation of the Fund for Growth upon receipt of the largest single gift in its 105-year history of $17.5 million. An anonymous donor made the gift as part of the organization’s Campaign for Abundant Life. The Fund for Growth…
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United Church Homes, Inc. (UCH) has welcomed two senior living communities to its growing network of older adult communities. In January 2021, UCH signed a management services and support contract with the Board of Directors of Community Care of Rutherford County (CCRC, Inc.) to support the operation of its 131-bed…
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United Church Homes and Marion Technical College are excited to announce a new educational partnership, which offers professional development for the United Church Homes staff as well as learning opportunities for Marion Tech students. “United Church Homes is committed to investing in the ongoing education and professional development of our…
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The COVID-19 pandemic continues to present challenges in lives across the world, and United Church Homes residents continue to need your support. The faith-inspired senior living provider, headquartered in Marion, Ohio, is in the fourth year of the $20 million Campaign for Abundant Life. Thanks to the generosity of so many legacy and…
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During the past year, senior living employees across the U.S. demonstrated exceptional resilience and dedication to senior living residents amid the COVID-19 pandemic. LeadingAge Ohio, the industry voice for the state’s nonprofit senior living providers, payed tribute to its entire membership with the 2020 Aging Services Impact Award, announcing recently…
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Charlie Thompson, the executive director at Trinity Community at Miami Township, doesn’t like to talk about himself. He would much rather tell you about his amazing residents, compassionate staff and all the wonderful families who make his job so meaningful and special. Charlie’s mission and personal passion is to have…
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Maintaining a healthy and safe environment for residents and staff remains our commitment and top priority at United Church Homes. In addition to following all state and federal guidelines, we have implemented stronger infection control policies to reduce the risks of COVID-19 in our communities. Right now, one of the…
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Pilgrim Manor has been Pearl VanKuiken’s home for the past year –but it has felt like home for much longer. That’s because Pearl lived half a mile from the community for most of her life. For Pearl, moving to Pilgrim Manor was a homecoming. “The Lord has been so good…
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Ten years ago, Tara Rosenlieb came to Glenwood Community to fill in for six months while the prior activities director was on a temporary leave of absence. The position and community were such a good fit for Tara, she says, that she never left! Tara’s favorite thing about working at…
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Residents at Trinity Community know that if they need a ride to a doctor’s appointment or other errand, they can call on the Gearhart brothers for safe, companionable transportation to get them where they need to go. Brothers Gary and John Gearhart both love driving the Trinity Community shuttle bus.…
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Abundant aging. It’s a vision we hold for everyone we encounter through United Church Homes. The health and safety of our residents and staff is a pillar of abundant aging, as it has always been, and we are proud to shine a bright light of hope as we head into…
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Bouncing Back Following my father’s death, our local Veteran’s Administration representative visited with my 64-year-old mother. She was entitled to benefits as the widow of a veteran. After talking about a few of these, the man said, “Of course, as a widow, you also qualify for tuition support for college.…
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