United Helpers Staff Clean Up Village Park in Canton

CANTON - Employees from across the United Helpers organization came together to clean up Village Park in Canton, as well as the playground area across the street at the First Presbyterian Church.

Roughly a dozen people spent two hours raking leaves, picking up sticks, and picking up trash.

“I was amazed at how much we were able to accomplish in just a short period of time,” said United Helpers Marketing Manager Jordan Downing-Duke.

Chief Operating Officer Stacey Cannizzo said the project was part of the organization’s efforts to give back during their 125^th anniversary year.

“Celebrating 125 years is an incredible accomplishment, but it’s one that would not be possible if it weren’t for the support we have received from our friends and neighbors from across the region,” she said. “For that, we are thankful.”

Mrs. Cannizzo said United Helpers is also planning to complete a service project in the Ogdensburg area at some point this year.

“While United Helpers has a presence in many communities across St. Lawrence and Jefferson counties, it is safe to say that Canton and Ogdensburg have always served as our home base. We are honored to call these communities home, and we are glad that we could do something to help give back to the people and places who have given us so much over the years.”

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It was a nice day to be outside, when employees from across the United Helpers organization left their offices to spend a couple hours cleaning up Village Park in Canton. From left, Marketing Manager Jordan Downing-Duke, Rehabilitation and Senior Care Vice President of Operations Timothy Parsons, Chief Operating Officer Stacey Cannizzo, Residential Manager Lauren Peters, Administrative Assistant Tapanga Barr, Marketing Specialist Benny Fairchild, Vice President of Human Resources Michelle Matthews, MDS Specialist Pam Beaudette, Independent Senior Living Community Manager Jennifer Dean, Staff Development Assistant Robin Leonard, and Vice President of Development Christa Carroll. Absent from photo, CEO Todd Amo and Administrative Assistant Christine Crowley.

Understanding Your Options: Senior Living Opportunities

Knowing where you want to live is easy. Choosing where you want to live later, say after retirement, or when you may need medical assistance can be one of those conversations that is often avoided.

Age may bring wisdom, but it can also bring about unexpected changes in health. The key to choosing the right option for you or your loved one is to understand what options are available and to talk about them with your family now, before you need them.  

RiverLedge Residence and United Helpers are proud to host, “Understanding Your Options: Senior Living Opportunities” on Tuesday, May 30^th at 2:00pm at the Dobisky Center in Ogdensburg, NY. 

"There are many different living options available here in St. Lawrence County,” explained Nicholas Maneely, Corporate Services Liaison for United Helpers. “The key is to explore these opportunities and talk with your family about your wishes sooner, rather than when you are in a time of crisis. Pre-planning, touring and discussing the different housing options as a family can help to alleviate fear and create a solid plan for the future.”  

“Understanding Your Options: Senior Living Opportunities” is a free educational presentation designed to provide valuable information about housing options and services for older adults. Learn how to effectively plan for the future, understand how to plan for expenses, and alleviate hesitation and uncertainly about your health and housing choices.

  

This program is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is not required. For more information, please call Nick Maneely at (315) 323-9223.