United Helpers is a drop-off place for PJ's 4 Xmas

As the days grow shorter and the weather gets colder we're beginning to think about holiday gifts for our friends and family. While we're rushing from sale to sale and making plans to see loved ones, it's easy to forget about those less fortunate. 

That's where PJ's 4 Xmas comes in.

Mosaic joined in the fun at the Light Up the Night Parade in Ogdensburg

Pictured are Sarah Truax, Smylin Dooley, Amanda Thompson, Alyssa Simmons,
Corky Hewitt, Zach, and Colby. 

The 2014 Light Up the Night Parade, organized by the Lion's Club, saw more than 60 organizations and businesses march through downtown Ogdensburg, ending at the Dobisky Center where children got a chance to speak with Santa and warm up with some holiday music. 

Fill Your Home With the Scents of Fall - Naturally

Recommended reading from our Sustainability Committee.

As cooler air makes its way across the country, we’re reminded that the holidays are quickly approaching. From Thanksgiving decor to Christmas trees, our homes start to feel the holidays approach, too. This year, skip the artificially- scented candles and sprays and create your own simmer pot! Using fruit, liquid and spices, a simmer pot is an easy, natural way to make your house smell like fall.

Click here to read the full article. 

United Helpers Therapy Services Built on Collaboration and Teamwork

Ogdensburg –When occupational therapist, Patti L. Prouty began her employment quest, she knew she was looking for more than the next job, she was looking for a team that shared her vision.

Staff and Residents at Morristown Intermediate Care Facility Enjoyed the First Snow

Pictured are Sam Hoffman, Randi Gillman, Michele Cox and Erin Livingston. 

Spruce Street Intermediate Care Facility Staff Has Fun With Team Building Exercises

Deatta Young, Vicki Spooner, Brittany Redmond, Stephanie Lancto, Trish Amo,
Sarah Duvall, Theo Gagnon, and Laurie Cummings.

Digging out at Edwards Senior Courts

Pictured is Caretaker Jimmy Aldous digging out on Nov. 18 at the
Edwards Senior Courts after a big snow storm.

Welcome New Hires!

New hires as of Nov. 15, 2014.

Mosaic Leaders Team-build in the Cold at 2014's "Get Your Leadership On" seminar

Dozens of leaders from Mosaic gathered at the Quality of Working Life building in Lisbon for this year's Get Your Leadership On seminar where they heard about the successes of the past year and gained a vision for 2015.

This year's highlight was a full-scale Foosball tournament that required teamwork, communication, and strategy to progress.

United Helpers employees celebrated for their years of service

CEO Stephen Knight.

Long-serving employees at United Helpers were celebrated at the Annual Employee Recognition Luncheon at the Grand-View Restaurant on Nov. 13. CEO Stephen Knight thanked the 74 employees being recognized for their work over the years, noting that they’re the ones who put the organization’s mission statement, “Serving our community and helping those in need,” into action. Knight said he’s grown accustomed to being taken aside in his travels throughout the North Country by people wanting to praise the work United Helpers employees do. Management Company Board of Directors President Wayne Ladouceur echoed that sentiment and thanked employees for always putting residents first. 

Recycle old clothes and fabrics!

Starting Nov. 15 people across New York will participate in "America Recycles Day." This year there will be a special focus on promoting awareness about reusing or recycling textiles called "Clothes The Loop NY." 

Mosaic Celebrates Direct Support Professionals Week

Mary Donavan and Miranda Drechsel 

Staff at United Helpers Mosaic's Heuvelton-based Intermediate Care Facilities celebrated Direct Support Professional Week on Sept. 9.

T-Shirts for Sale!

Although the 4th Annual Costumed Prediction Run/Walk managed to raise more than $4,000 for United Helpers residents, we still have a number of shirts left over. Any money we raise through selling the shirts will also go right back to our residents. 

Shirts cost $10 each and are maroon, long-sleeved, and made by Gildan. 

Shirts are available in all sizes (small to XXL) and we'll be selling them on a first-come first-serve basis. 

Call Jane Rector at (315) 393-3074 ext. 4271 or 4230 to purchase a shirt! 

Mosaic Employees Learn About Teamwork

United Helpers Mosaic Employees spent time on Nov. 4 undertaking teamwork exercises as part of the Attitude of Gratitude program.

Feed the birds

Recommended reading from our Sustainability Committee.

It's the end of October, and the cold is settling in for more northern states. By now, many of your backyard bird neighbors may have departed southward, and you might be thinking of doing the same. Not every bird leaves for the winter, though. Even though birds who stay while the snow flies don't really need help from humans, feeding birds is a great way to get to know them better. Read on for tips on who to feed and how, and keeping birds safe and healthy while they enjoy your offerings.

Read the full post here. 

Society of the United Helpers Annual Board Meeting discussed new ventures for 2015

Society of the United Helpers President Ed Gordon.

Members of the Society of the United Helpers gathered at The Club Restaurant, Canton, to hear from Society President Ed Gordon, CEO Steve Knight, and CFO Jim Morrison on the progress United Helpers has made over the past 12 months and what the organization will focus on in 2015.

Can a nursing home operator in St. Lawrence Co. build a hamburger plant?

Story from North Country Public Radio

United Helpers CEO Steve Knight addresses members of the
Society of the United Helpers at the Nov. 6 board meeting at Canton's
The Club Restaurant.

One of the North Country’s largest health care providers wants to spin off an unlikely business.

Welcome New Hires!

New hires as of Nov. 1, 2014