News and Events
There's always plenty of good news and activities to share. Visit often to keep up-to-date on the latest information and news from the senior care and affordable housing communities of United Church Homes.
Smiley, Bell recognized with LUV Award at Chapel Hill Community
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CANAL FULTON – Monica Smiley and Linda Bell, state-tested nursing assistants at Chapel Hill Community, a United Church Homes community, have been recognized with the Living UCH Values (LUV) Award for 2018.
Frisch recognized with LUV Award at Fairhaven Community
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UPPER SANDUSKY – Sharon Frisch, a licensed practical nurse at Fairhaven Community, a United Church Homes community, has been recognized with the Living UCH Values (LUV) Award for 2018.
Campaign for Abundant Life
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The Campaign for Abundant Life is increasing in momentum as more individuals, churches and community partners respond with support. 2018 marks year two of the five-year comprehensive campaign. The goal is to...
A Journey from Kenya to Friendship Plaza
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Friendship Plaza, one of United Church Homes’ affordable housing communities, isn’t just home to Yvonne, but her brother Paul also lives there. When he was 11 years old, Paul also lived with Yvonne as he spent a summer vacation with her in Nairobi, Kenya. Today, they live in Lincoln Heights, Ohio, one of America’s first black suburbs, according to an article by The Atlantic, The Destruction of a Black Suburb.
Supporters Honored at Donor Appreciation Events
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United Church Homes honored supporters at annual Donor Appreciation Dinners from May through October.
UCH Supports Staff Members through Liver Transplant
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MaryJane and Mitch, partners who both work at United Church Homes’ Cypress Run in Immokalee, Florida, are grateful for the support UCH gave them over the years.
Charitable Giving Strategies for Those 70 ½+: The Charitable IRA Rollover
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We have seen some major changes to our tax law this year. As a result, many individuals are finding new ways to make their charitable giving even more tax advantaged! Linda is a great example, as she has always been a faithful donor to her church and other organizations, but will no longer be able to give enough to exceed the new standard deduction ($12,000 for individuals and $24,000 for married couples filing jointly). She has been a meticulous saver and worked hard to build up her IRA. When she reached the age of 70 ½, she was required to start taking distributions from her IRA. However, instead of taking the full distribution for herself, she now directs a portion of it to charities she supports.
