Posts by Nicole Hube
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 started using drugs when I was fifteen … I was putting myself in dangerous situations. My life was going nowhere. And then one morning, I just woke up and thought,… Read the full article: From Recovery to Resilience: George’s Journey
Read MoreConcerns 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, loan and other financial assistance programs.” While the order was vague, and while it has since been temporarily blocked by a federal judge, we are concerned. Since much of the… Read the full article: Concerns about federal funding freeze
Read MoreUnity 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 of Auburn, began their board duties in January. Taylor Symes is a licensed benefits consultant for AFLAC, in addition to being a sales rep for Peaceful Living Home Sales. She… Read the full article: Unity House welcomes two new board members
Read MoreThe 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 creative writing class. Drawing inspiration from Victor Frankl’s “Man’s Search for Meaning,” Elaine uses the book’s themes to foster meaningful class discussions. Participants are encouraged to express themselves through poetry… Read the full article: The search for meaning: PROS creative writing class helps process traumas
Read MoreUnity 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
Read MoreNot 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
Read MoreEmployees of the Quarter: Q4 2024
We couldn’t deliver on our mission without our amazing employees. Each Employee of the Quarter is nominated by their peers. Each breathes life into Unity House’s core values: honesty, integrity, and respect. Congratulations to one of our most recent 2024 Q4 honorees, Lindsey Leighton (Residence Counselor, Oak Drive) and Doug Alise (Program Manager, Green Street).… Read the full article: Employees of the Quarter: Q4 2024
Read MoreStriving for Greatness
Congratulations to the following staff members who have recently earned their NADSP DSP-III credential and/or frontline supervisor certification (FLS): Terri Craig (FLS), Manderin Darling (DSP-III, FLS), Brad Gauger (FLS), Matthew Godden (FLS), Shannon Hoselton (FLS), Rose Inman (DSP-III), Desiree Jernigan (FLS), Melody LaClair (DSP-III), Cheryl McEvers (FLS), Melinda Mills (DSP-III), Jennifer Owens (DSP-III, FLS), Brittany… Read the full article: Striving for Greatness
Read MoreAdmin office is closed New Year’s Day
Unity House’s administrative offices at 217 Genesee St. in Auburn will be closed on New Year’s Day, Jan. 1. We wish you a wonderful holiday season. Read the full article: Admin office is closed New Year’s Day
Read MoreTax-Free Giving: A Better Way to Give
If you have an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) and are at least 70½ years old, you have a powerful tool to support the nonprofits you love. With a qualified charitable distribution (QCD), your gift flows directly from your IRA to your charity, tax-free. It also counts toward any required minimum distribution (RMD). This holiday season,… Read the full article: Tax-Free Giving: A Better Way to Give
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