Long Time United Helpers Employee Celebrates 90th Birthday
Following a rousing rendition of Happy Birthday from the Canton Goldenaires Barber Shop Choir, Gail Butler offered a wave of thanks to the lobby full of people who came to celebrate her 90th birthday. Mrs. Butler still works at United Helpers Rehabilitation and Senior Care three days a week. CANTON – Every morning when Gail Butler arrives at work, the first thing she does is visit with residents and sing to...
Czech Olympian Shares Her Story with Members at Independent Senior Living
Andrea Trnková, who just completed her junior season as a defender on the Clarkson University Women’s Hockey Team while also competing in the 2026 Winter Olympics, recently spoke to members at United Helpers Independent Senior Living in Canton. Following her presentation, members in attendance posed for a group photo. CANTON – With the success of the PWHL and television ratings for women’s hockey in the Olympics reaching never-before-seen numbers, women’s hockey...
18-Year Veteran Honored With Fannie Frank Distinguished Employee Award
Holding a picture of his beloved grandmother, Dr. Edward Gordon calls the Fannie Frank Distinguished Employee Award presentation “one of my favorite things each year.” This year, Dr. Gordon presented the award to United Helpers Rehabilitation and Senior Care Maintenance Coordinator Keshia Barney, of Hermon. Front row, from left, United Helpers Vice President of Operations Timothy Parsons, Rehabilitation and Senior Care Assistant Administrator Alysha Troiano; second row, Dr Gordon, Ms....
United Helpers Celebrates Opening of 1898 Room
United Helpers Celebrates Opening of 1898 Room The United Helpers marketing team celebrated the grand opening of the 1898 Room earlier this week. The project, which includes photos and artifacts from more than 125 years of United Helpers history was curated and designed by Eileen Carnes, a junior at St. Lawrence University, who spent the summer working at United Helpers as part of the SLU PIC internship program. From left, Marketing...
Discover Your Next Chapter at United Helpers Independent Senior Living
Join Us for an Open House Event Friday, October 10th, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM CANTON – Are you considering a vibrant, independent lifestyle that offers both freedom and community? United Helpers Independent Senior Living invites you to explore what could be your perfect new home at our upcoming open house event. This is your opportunity to experience firsthand the welcoming atmosphere, modern amenities, and supportive community that make United...
Potsdam Woman Making New Friends (and maybe new art) at United Helpers Independent Senior Living
Ellen Burns sits inside her apartment next to her “dog” Buddy. Mrs. Burns said the dog was a gift from her husband, after she said she wanted to get another dog, following the loss of their pet. “I don’t have to take him out, he never barks and he’ll be with me until I’m gone,” she said. CANTON – Sitting in an apartment decorated by her own paintings, Ellen Burns said...
Former WWE Star Teegan Nox Entered into Fan’s Choice NFL Ticket Drawing
Former WWE star Teegan Nox, who now wrestles under the name Nixon Newell drops her ticket for the Fan’s Choice NFL Ticket Drawing into the United Helpers prize wheel. Tickets for the drawing are available through Sept 2nd, and one lucky winner will receive two tickets, valued at up to $500, to the NFL regular season game of their choice. Tickets may be purchased through the giving tab at unitedhelpers.org...
United Helpers Hosting Second Annual ‘Fan’s Choice’ NFL Football Drawing
Last year, Elaina Rumble and her son Ben enjoyed a Buffalo Bills game at Highmark Stadium courtesy of United Helpers. Elaina was the winner of the first Fan’s Choice NFL Ticket Drawing and watched the Bills triumph over the Miami Dolphins. Tickets for this year’s drawing may be purchased through the giving tab at unitedhelpers.org starting on Friday, July 18. The drawing will be held on Thursday, Sept. 4. Ticket...
Casella Waste Systems Helps Provide Thanksgiving Dinner for 10 United Helpers Clients and their families
Thanks to a donation from Casella Waste Services of 10, $25 gift cards to Save-A-Lot, 10 clients receiving services from United Helpers will receive a boost when it comes to providing Thanksgiving dinner for their families. The gift certificates may be used to purchase a turkey or ham. Funds remaining on the gift certificates may be used to help provide sides for the meal. These certificates are not valid for...
Denesha Honored With Harry E. King Award
OGDENSBURG – One of the longest-tenured volunteers in the history of the United Helpers organization was honored at this year’s annual meeting with the Harry E. King Award, an award named for another long-time volunteer of the organization. For only the third time in the award’s history, the Harry E. King Award was presented. Susan Denesha of Dekalb Junction received the honor at this year’s annual meeting. Mrs. Denesha has been...