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Unity House CEO to retire at year’s end
Liz Smith, Unity House’s top executive for more than 15 years, will retire December 31, capping a career dedicated to empowering people with disabilities. “My… Read the full article: Unity House CEO to retire at year’s end
CEO’s Perspective: True to the Mission
It is with a lot of emotion and so many memories that I announce my retirement from Unity House, effective the last day of this year.
I have loved my time at Unity House. I am grateful to have worked with so many talented and creative people dedicated to our mission. I’m talking about our amazing frontline staff, our support staff and our volunteer board members. I’m also talking about you. Thank you for all you’ve done to support Unity House, and me, as we worked to empower people with disabilities. Read the full article: CEO’s Perspective: True to the Mission
Action Needed to Prevent Medicaid Cuts
Dear Friends of Unity House, The U.S. House of Representatives may be voting as soon as today on a proposal that would cut vital care… Read the full article: Action Needed to Prevent Medicaid Cuts
From Recovery to Resilience: George’s Journey
Eighteen months ago, George Anthony made a life-changing decision: to pursue sobriety. “I was in a dark place,” he recalled. “My mom had died. I… Read the full article: From Recovery to Resilience: George’s Journey
Concerns about federal funding freeze
Dear everyone, As you probably know, the federal Office of Management and Budget issued a memorandum yesterday that orders a “temporary pause of agency grant,… Read the full article: Concerns about federal funding freeze
Unity House welcomes two new board members
Unity House’s CEO Liz Smith has announced that two new community leaders have joined the nonprofit’s board of directors. Taylor Symes and Jessica Janssen, both… Read the full article: Unity House welcomes two new board members
The search for meaning: PROS creative writing class helps process traumas
Elaine Meyers, our 2024 Open Arms Award recipient, has been a dedicated volunteer with PROS for several months. This semester, she is leading a weekly… Read the full article: The search for meaning: PROS creative writing class helps process traumas
Unity House seeks nominations for 15th annual Fred Atkins Community Service Award
Nominations are now being accepted for the 15th annual Fred Atkins Community Service Award. This award is given by Unity House each spring in memory of Frederick J. Atkins, a beloved Cayuga County volunteer who passed away in 2009 at the age of 95. Read the full article: Unity House seeks nominations for 15th annual Fred Atkins Community Service Award
Not Giving Up: Tina’s Story
If it weren’t for Unity House, Tina Clark would not be alive today, she said.
“Since I was 22, Unity House has been there for me,” said Tina, 52. “I never thought I’d be here today. I’m very grateful.” Read the full article: Not Giving Up: Tina’s Story