Corporate News

As our aging services ministry changes, UCH is responding with innovations. Our work is becoming more consumer driven and requires a resident-centered focus. Payment methods are rapidly changing, more complex, and challenging. UCH’s relationships with churches, corporations, community organizations, individuals, and business partners are vital to moving forward our mission…

Trinity is now authorized to offer both Level I and Level II programs of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE). Of approximately 350 accredited centers throughout the United States, there are now 19 in Ohio. A national program whose rigorous standards are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, CPE is an…

Over 100 people consistently gather to visit Second Harvest. Staff at Shawnee Springs that sponsor this outreach program play host to many who gather and make them feel welcome while they wait, focusing on core values of hospitality and compassion while serving the greater community.

This award recognizes individuals and organizations that have either improved services to older adults through research and evaluation or have developed noteworthy partnerships with institutions of higher learning, such as universities, community colleges, and technical schools for the betterment of Ohio’s older adults. “This award signifies the importance of our…

UCH would like to announce the addition of two new regional housing managers, Bertha Garrett-Frazier (Bert) and Sandra West. Regional housing managers supervise a portfolio of a portion of UCH’s 57 affordable housing communities around the country. They are responsible to assure compliance, customer satisfaction, and efficient operations through the…

Berti began her career with UCH in 1999 as a housing manager and became a regional manager in 2003. United Church Homes appreciates her dedicated service to the organization and wishes Berti well in her retirement.

UCC Minnesota Conference Minister Shari Prestemon wrote in a letter of support for the nomination stating, “Whether Ken is providing leadership to a health and human service organization, serving in a seminary setting, or acting as pastor to a local congregation, Ken’s integrity of faith and service-oriented approach is always…

A decade ago, Howard Stewart of Glenwood Community received a croquet set by another resident who was cleaning out his garage. Howard was intrigued by the idea of some outdoor exercise that he could take on in his mid-80’s and began tinkering with the set. It wasn’t long before the…

Now, they convey their giving spirit to United Church Homes’ Trinity Community at Fairborn (formerly Patriot Ridge) in Fairborn, Ohio, where Mary lives full-time. Here, in this place, Mary and Bob share their hearts with the caring staff who provide Mary the memory support she needs. Here, in this place,…

Melanie is a recipient of The Ralph C. and Sue Quellhorst Program for Leadership Education and Endowment Fund at United Church Homes. The fund is named in honor of a dynamic couple who became national leaders in the United Church of Christ and moved to Chapel Hill in retirement. This…

The rich history of our ministry has always been about serving people. At United Church Homes, this includes one of our most valuable assets — our staff. The value of our staff in our communities and our central office is what makes UCH a leader in senior living. Innovation, technology,…

Mrs. Parker embraced her role as servant leader. Known as the most generous donor in UCH history, she also served on the Board of Directors. Her influence reaches all facets of the organization, including the giving level and nursing scholarship named in her honor. She tirelessly advocated to make senior…