United Church Homes

11/13/2025

The Weight and Wonder of Time

Ashley navigates the bittersweetness of parenthood, savoring every moment with a teenage son before he leaves for college, and embracing the gift of time.

11/12/2025

Rev. Beth Long-Higgins, Executive Director of the Center for Abundant Aging is featured in the latest article by the American Society on Aging “Pressured by FOMO? It’s Time to Say ‘No’.”
Rev. Beth joins other thought leaders in exploring how the fear of missing out (FOMO) impacts our well-being—and how embracing intentionality and saying “no” can lead to a more fulfilling life.
📖 Read the full article here: https://hubs.li/Q03Sq2xB0

Experts explain how rejecting the fear of missing out can improve the quality of our lives.

11/11/2025

🇺🇸Honoring Those Who Served

The Polaris Community, an independent living community in Columbus, Ohio— is proud to stand alongside the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame Foundation as an Eagle Sponsor — supporting their mission to honor and recognize Ohio’s veterans for their outstanding service and contributions beyond the call of duty.

At United Church Homes, we believe in celebrating the courage, leadership, and lifelong impact of those who have served our nation. Our Eagle Sponsorship helps ensure that these remarkable individuals continue to receive the recognition and support they deserve.

We are grateful for all who have served — and we’re honored to help share their stories. 🕊️

11/11/2025

🌳 Bearing Witness at Parkvue 🌳
This year, The Parkvue Community in Sandusky, Ohio is displaying to Witness Trees. These trees stand as a solemn reminder that every day, 22 veterans die by su***de or are lost after action in the United States.

The trees are more than symbols—they are voices for those who can no longer speak, and they invite us all to reflect, honor and act.

Residents Jennifer Washington and Phyllis Harrington joined us in this important effort. Phyllis’s connection is deeply personal—her grandson is among those we remember.

The trees will remain in place until November 20, offering a space for reflection and remembrance.

Today, Parkvue welcomed students from the Erie County Youth Advisory Board and EHOVE, sharing the story and purpose behind the Witness Trees.

Let’s continue to raise awareness and support our veterans. Every life matters. 💙

11/11/2025

🌟Celebrating the Service and Strength of Our Veterans🌟

Today and every day, we honor the veterans who call our communities home.
Their stories remind us of courage, resilience, and a lifelong spirit of service. We’re grateful for the sacrifices they’ve made, and for the wisdom, leadership, and compassion they continue to share with those around them.

To all who have served, thank you. ❤️🤍💙

11/10/2025

💛 Embracing a Season of Generosity and Care Amid SNAP Disruption

As the federal shutdown disrupts SNAP benefits, United Church Homes is responding with compassion and creativity—opening food pantries, partnering with local groups, and ensuring older adults have access to essentials and shared holiday meals.

Read how our communities across the country are transforming hardship into hope: https://hubs.li/Q03SqvpD0

United Church Homes responds to SNAP benefit disruptions affecting 1,100 residents with compassion and community support, including food pantries, holiday meals, and a $45,000 grant from the H.W. Durham Foundation to aid older adults in Mississippi and Tennessee.

11/10/2025

🎙️Don't miss our recent episode of Art of Aging with Host Rev. Beth Long-Higgins and guest, Dr. Leanne Clark Shirley, CEO of the American Society on Aging 🎥

This episode, Beth and Leanne discuss aging in America, the value of intergenerational connections, and remind us that aging is a shared human experience best approached with curiosity, inclusivity, and action! Don't miss this important conversation✨

Watch/Listen now:

This week on the Art of Aging, Dr. Leanne Clark Shirley, CEO of the American Society on Aging, joins Rev. Beth Long-Higgins to discuss the evolving landscape...

11/07/2025

We’re grateful to the H.W. Durham Foundation for a generous $45,000 grant supporting basic needs for older adults in our Mississippi and Tennessee communities. 🏠💙
This gift helps provide essentials like food and personal care items to residents who need them most.
Read more about where this grant will go: https://hubs.li/Q03SgVXF0

United Church Homes secures a $45,000 H.W. Durham Foundation grant to supply food, cleaning, and personal care items for older adults in MS and TN.

11/06/2025

We’re excited to announce the formation of United Church Homes’ new Strategic Marketing & Customer Experience Team; a key step in aligning our mission, brand, and growth strategy. 🌿💙

🌟Congratulations to Jason Asp, promoted to Senior Executive Director of Strategic Marketing and Experience, and Brittany Tidrick, promoted to Director of Marketing and Analytics. We also welcome Rachel Cline, Corporate Sales Director, to the team!🌟

This unified structure will enhance collaboration, drive innovation, and strengthen how we connect with residents, families, staff, and partners.

11/03/2025

✨ What an inspiring day at our Tenth Annual Abundant Aging Symposium: Igniting Creative Superpowers!

Thank you to everyone who joined us: our attendees, sponsors, speakers (including honoree Dr. Like Lokon), and the incredible staff and volunteers who made it all possible. 💛

Together, we experienced creativity through color, stories, music, and left with ideas and inspiration to carry forward. 🎨🎶🖋️

10/30/2025

🌟Spirit Special 🌟
At United Church Homes, spiritual care is at the heart of abundant living. 💜
Our chaplains nurture connection, purpose and peace, meeting residents and staff where they are, and helping each person find meaning in the everyday. ✨

Read more: https://hubs.li/Q03QyLL80

UCH chaplains nurture spiritual health through compassion, connection and purpose, supporting residents and staff in living abundantly.

10/30/2025

Turns Out, I’m Creative After All

Creativity goes beyond art—it thrives in problem-solving, community, and every season of life.