United Church Homes’ (UCH) mission – to transform aging by building a culture of community, wholeness, and peace – focuses on residents, as does its vision of abundant life. But the organization’s senior leaders are also committed to creating an abundant culture for staff who work in its 80-plus communities…
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Thriving in Community: A Journey to Independent Living
United Church Homes, a compassionate and forward-thinking organization, is revolutionizing the lives of older adults by creating systems of support that extend far beyond their traditional homes. Through their thriving independent living communities, they are redefining what it means to age gracefully, surrounded by community, and freedom from worries. Sarah’s…
Read MoreUnited Church Homes Management Expands Portfolio with Three New Additions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Ashley Bills, Corporate Director of Communications & Media Relations 740.525.5703 or abills@uchinc.org United Church Homes Management Expands Portfolio with Three New Additions Marion, OH (Aug. 29, 2023) United Church Homes Management, a subsidiary of United Church Homes, continues to experience significant growth, adding nearly 300…
Read MoreUnited Church Homes Welcomes Two New Vice Presidents to its Leadership Team
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Ashley Bills, Corporate Director of Communications & Media Relations 740.525.5703 or abills@uchinc.org United Church Homes Welcomes Two New Vice Presidents to its Leadership Team Marion, OH (Aug 1, 2023) United Church Homes, a leading provider of senior living and healthcare services based in…
Read MoreThe Parkvue Community Plants Trees Thanks to Erie County Community Foundation in Campus Beautification Project
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Ashley Bills, Corporate Director of Communications & Media Relations 740.525.5703 or abills@uchinc.org The Parkvue Community Plants Trees Thanks to Erie County Community Foundation in Campus Beautification Project Sandusky, OH (July 19, 2023) The Parkvue Community, an independent living campus for older adults in…
Read MoreBrownstone Terrace Celebrates Outdoor Enhancements with Generous Gifts from Marion Public Health
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Ashley Bills, Corporate Director of Communications & Media Relations 740.525.5703 or abills@uchinc.org Brownstone Terrace Celebrates Outdoor Enhancements with Generous Gifts from Marion Public Health Marion, OH (July 25, 2023) Brownstone Terrace, a United Church Homes affordable housing community, hosted a vibrant celebration to unveil…
Read MoreWhat is Abundant Life?
What is Abundant Life? The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines it simply as: existing or occurring in large amounts; marked by great plenty; amply supplied. According to The New Interpreter's Dictionary of the Bible, abundance refers to a large quantity or plentiful amount of either material or non-material entities. In Biblical texts,…
Read MoreRev. Beth Long-Higgins: A Life in Ministry Guided by Community and Compassion
In a world where self-interest and fast-paced living seem to dominate, there are those rare souls whose hearts beat with a rhythm of selflessness and unwavering dedication. Among them is Rev. Beth Long-Higgins, an individual who has spent her life immersed in the divine calling of ministry, guided by an…
Read MoreNaviGuide Receives $16,000 in Grants to Support 22 Low Income Older Adults
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Ashley Bills, Corporate Director of Communications & Media Relations 740.525.5703 or abills@uchinc.org NaviGuide Receives $16,000 in Grants to Support 22 Low Income Older Adults Columbus, OH (Apr. 3, 2023) NaviGuide, a service coordination service by United Church Homes, has received two grants, totaling $16,000…
Read MoreThe Fairhaven Community Achieves Vohra Wound Certification
The Fairhaven Community, a skilled nursing community located in Upper Sandusky, OH, is now Vohra Wound Certified as a Vohra Wound Physicians Center of Excellence for Wound Management. As a United Church Homes community, The Fairhaven Community is committed to providing the highest level of care to its residents, and…
Read More5 Reasons to Move Into Senior Living
There are a lot of reasons why people move into senior living. Some people decide it’s time for a change in lifestyle, others to simply right-size and some have to move because they can no longer live on their own. In either case, there are many benefits that come…
Read MoreHuman-Centered Design Generates Community Improvements
Among the creative ideas introduced to United Church Homes by Michael Hughes – who joined UCH’s leadership team late 2021 – is the use of human-centered design. This approach to problem-solving recognizes the perspectives and experiences of internal and external customers in all steps of the process. Functioning as Senior…
Read MoreSeveral Montgomery County Nonprofits Join to Award More than $9,000 in Grants to Combat Loneliness
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Ashley Bills Director of Corporate Communications and Media Relations 740.525.5703 or abills@uchinc.org Several Montgomery County Nonprofits Join to Award More than $9,000 in Grants to Combat Loneliness Marion, OH (Dec. 1, 2022) More than $9,000 in grants have been awarded to four Dayton area…
Read MoreUnited Church Homes Blesses Ground in Plain City for New Senior Living Community
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Ashley Bills Director of Corporate Communications and Media Relations 740.525.5703 or abills@uchinc.org United Church Homes Blesses Ground in Plain City for New Senior Living Community Plain City, OH (Nov. 8, 2022) United Church Homes held a ground blessing ceremony on November 2 in Plain…
Read MoreAnnual Symposium Addresses Tech, Ethics and Spirituality
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Ashley Bills Director of Corporate Communications and Media Relations 740.525.5703 or abills@uchinc.org Annual Symposium Addresses Tech, Ethics and Spirituality Columbus, OH (Oct. 12, 2022) More than 125 individuals gathered both in-person or virtually for the United Church Homes Seventh Annual Ruth Frost Parker Center for…
Read MoreSocial and Biomedical Ethicist Dr. Tracy Trothen to Keynote Parker Center Symposium
> View the full list of Speakers and Symposium details Written by: Barb Powell, Communication Consultant UCC Council for Health and Human Service Ministries Tracy J. Trothen, Ph.D., will deliver two keynotes at the annual United Church Homes Ruth Frost Parker Center for Abundant Aging’s Annual Symposium. “(Pro) Longevity: The…
Read MoreParker Center Celebrates 5 Years of Ministry
2022 marks the five-year anniversary of the establishment of an important donor-sponsored initiative of United Church Homes (UCH): the Ruth Frost Parker Center for Abundant Aging (RFPCAA). The center’s primary goal is to transform how society views aging through engagement, education and advocacy, aligning closely with UCH’s mission to transform…
Read MoreNew Projects Advance UCH’s Strategic Growth Plan
United Church Homes’ (UCH) strategic growth goals have never been about the bottom line, but rather about advancing the organization’s mission to help a diverse population of older adults live abundant lives. “We cast a wide net in implementing our strategic growth plan,” explained Senior Executive Vice President and Chief…
Read MoreAge is Just a Number
Celebrating CENTENARIANS who embrace UCH’s commitment to LiveIt! Google “keys to longevity” and you’ll find lots of good advice but no guaranteed formulas for achieving it. Social-emotional issues also impact longevity, with research showing the benefits of maintaining social connections, spirituality, forgiveness and living a life of purpose. United Church…
Read MoreUnited Church Homes Expands to 15 States
Senior living provider, United Church Homes (UCH), expands its services to 15 states as it begins management of Meridian Point in Uniontown, Pennsylvania. The affordable community made up of 80 spacious apartments is located about 55 miles south of Pittsburgh. UCH will provide support services and equip the community with…
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