Scozzafava, right at home at ISL
The decision to move out of one’s family home and into an apartment is never an easy one to make, but for most people, the time comes when it’s a decision that has to be made. Marilyn Scozzafava, of Gouverneur, made that decision earlier this year when she moved into United Helpers Independent Senior Living (ISL) in Canton. She said she has no regrets. Her daughter, Dierdre “Dede” Scozzafava said the...
United Helpers Receives Grant to Train More than 70 CNAs
Thanks to funding from the Workforce Development Board’s Rural Healthcare Grant program, dozens of students will be able to enroll in United Helpers’ Certified Nursing Assistant training program tuition-free. The grant, which totals $144,000, will cover the $2,000 tuition cost for up to 72 students who enroll in the program through 2023. The classes are offered on a regular basis at United Helpers Rehabilitation and Senior Care in Canton, with a...
Giving Tuesday
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United Helpers Promotes from Within to Reconfigure Corporate Compliance Dept
For dozens of United Helpers employees, a job as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Direct Support Professional (DSP) has led to a career with several promotions along the way, that in some instances, lead to management-level positions. The newly restructured Corporate Compliance Office at United Helpers Behavioral Health and Life Skills is a perfect example. Both newly appointed Corporate Compliance Officer Jason Matthie and newly appointed Corporate Compliance Assistant Stephanie...
United Helpers Scheduling Open Interviews via Zoom
OGDENSBURG – In addition to hosting in-person open interviews twice a month, United Helpers will now be hosting interviews via Zoom for anyone interested in working for the organization. “Open interviews are an important part of our recruiting process, but we recognize that not everyone can attend an interview during these times,” said United Helpers Vice President of Human Resources Michelle Matthews. “Zoom meetings are something that many of us have...
Coordinated Mental Health Services
Where to turn for help in St. Lawrence County The St. Lawrence County Suicide Awareness Council recently hosted a forum featuring United Helpers Director of Behavioral Health Services David Nelson, St. Lawrence County Community Services Mental Health Coordinator Lindsay Best, Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley Bereavement Coordinator Kate Favaro, and Reach Out Mobile Crisis Counselor Ed Sachs. The conversation includes some great information, so be sure to check it out. *Note, when...
Visit Us Virtually
Tour United Helpers Independent Senior Living & Rehabilitation and Senior Care Online If you've ever been curious about United Helpers Independent Living or United Helpers Rehabilitation & Senior Care complexes in Canton, NY, but weren't able to visit in person, then be sure to check out our new virtual tours. Our virtual tours, created in partnership with Health WorkForce New York, are easy to navigate and provide a 360-degree view of...