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...
United Helpers Honors Staff at Annual Summer Awards Ceremony
OGDENSBURG – Staff from across the United Helpers organization were recently honored as the company hosted its annual Summer Awards Ceremony. “Anyone working for United Helpers does this because they care,” said CEO Todd R. Amo. “Even if you’re not working in direct care, you are helping others every day when you come to work.” While three different awards were handed out, recognizing five different people, Mr. Amo said it’s a shame...
Martinchek Honored with Fannie Frank Distinguished Employee Award
CANTON – When the newly appointed United Helpers Rehabilitation and Senior Care Activities Director was promoted to her new position, she knew exactly who she wanted to step into her old role as Activities Leader – this year’s Fannie Frank Distinguished Employee Award winner Lauren Martinchek. Ms. Martinchek, of Canton, began her career with United Helpers in 2017 as a task aide before becoming a CNA and then transitioning into a...
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...
Fund Created to Increase Career Development Opportunities for Direct Care Staff
Assistant Director of Corporate Services Jordan Downing-Duke presents Licensed Master Social Worker Misty R. Thomas with a certificate from Charlene’s Fund. Each recipient of assistance from this fund will be presented with a certificate, which also includes a picture of Charlene Hall, for whom the fund is named. From left, Mrs. Downing-Duke, Ms. Thomas, and Lead Social Worker Daniel Knight. OGDENSBURG – For more than 40 years Charlene Hall received care...
Tonya Bassett Honored With Wayne N. Ladouceur Award
OGDENSBURG – A LPN known for her “Always Caring” nature both in and out of the facility has been recognized as the winner of this year’s Wayne N. Ladoucuer Award. Tonya Bassett, of Canton, has been an LPN with the organization for more than 15 years. A colleague of Mrs. Bassett’s, Amber Curtis, an RN who works with Mrs. Bassett at Rehabilitation and Senior Care in Canton nominated her for the award....
O’Neil Honored with Emeritus Status
OGDENSBURG – A retired educator from Ogdensburg who dedicated 12 years to service on the United Helpers Management Company Board of Directors was recently granted emeritus status by the organization. Ms. Myrna O’Neil was recently honored with emeritus status by the United Helpers Management Company Board of Directors. She has served as a volunteer for the organization for the past 12 years. From left, Board President Darlene Liscum, Ms. O’Neil, and...
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