Category: Blog

White Ribbon Project

At UMRC & Porter Hills, our direct care team members are there to provide care and comfort for the older adults we serve. Especially now, during the COVID-19 pandemic, these “Healthcare Heroes” are doing everything in their power to keep our residents safe and healthy. These include our caregivers, dining services, housekeeping, and environmental services […]

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Mental Health Resources

Michigan: Shore to Shore Michigan Mental Health Network Anxiety and Depression Association of America Centers for Disease Control National Institute for Mental Health National Alliance on Mental Illness Veterans Veteran’s Crisis Line- Veteran’s and their Loved Ones Call 800-273-8255 and Press 1 for help Text 838255 Jackson County Lifeways Crisis services, regardless of your insurance, […]

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Hazel Mead

Hazel Mead has been enriching the lives of older adults for over 23 years.  She began her career as a CNA, and later joined the therapy department, before becoming a volunteer coordinator.  Currently, Hazel serves as the Life Enrichment coordinator for Independent Living where she has found her true calling. When asked her favorite part […]

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Virginia Lewis: A Heart In Caring

Virginia Lewis’ heart is in caring for others, which she has done at UMRC for the last 39 years. “Virginia has a really big heart, and she shows it every day!” says UMRC Housekeeping/Laundry Supervisor, Lorina Hawley. Virginia has served older adults all over campus, as both a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) and housekeeping, including […]

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