Chantea Teah Mitchell (second from the right) with volunteers, from left, Ameya, Robin, and Kylin on Tuesday evening, during the Growth Through Safety session with Sgt. Francis from the Albion Police Department, who offered a free Self Defense Class In just the first three weeks, PlantHERPurpose has quickly taken root …
Press release: From humble beginnings as a provider of information, referral and employee assistance services, UConnectCare has grown exponentially since its inception in 1975. The nonprofit agency, formerly known as Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse, is celebrating a half-century of assisting those with substance use disorder with a …
Provided photo/Mike Pettinella Press release “A Haircut Always Helps!” Cassandra Hirsch, Jamie Torrence and co-workers at UConnectCare on Saturday afternoon enlisted the support of three barbers from My Cut in Batavia to provide free haircuts. Hirsch, a data evaluator who also works with the homeless population, looked on in appreciation …
By Mike PettinellaUConnectCare publicist UConnectCare has promoted Kathy Hodgins of Medina, a 23-year-employee of the nonprofit substance use prevention, treatment and recovery agency, to chief executive officer. Hodgins succeeds John Bennett, who resigned to become director of network development with Forward Leading IPA’s WeLinkCare social care network. Her first day …
Press release from UConnectCare: John Bennett is leaving UConnectCare after dedicating the past 25 years at the agency formerly known as Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse to helping those affected by substance and alcohol use disorder. With his last day as chief executive officer set for this Friday …
UConnectCare longevity award recipients are, seated from left, Leslie Pfalzer, Diane Hooper and Sheila Harding; standing, Dana Joy and John Bennett. Press release: UConnectCare recognized 18 employees with longevity awards at its annual holiday luncheon on Tuesday at Terry Hills Restaurant in Batavia. Among those honored was President/Chief Executive Officer …
Siblings Aiden and Ava get their photo taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus before enjoying some cookies and refreshments and coloring their special frame for the picture. (Provided information/photos) Santa and Mrs. Claus made a special appearance at The Recovery Station on Clinton Street Road, Batavia, on Wednesday evening, spreading …
Melissa Vinyard and Kevin Green, employees at The Recovery Station, invite the recovery community to holiday events over the next two weeks. Press release/provided photos UConnectCare is looking to make the holiday season – starting with two “Friendsgiving” activities in Batavia next week – a special one for the recovery …
VIDEO–This installment focuses upon Justin Stimson, a certified recovery peer advocate who has overcome addiction to alcohol and drugs and has found a path to help others struggling with SUD. This is the third installment of the “Recovery Journey Leads to Career at UConnectCare” series – articles and videos about …
Press release: UConnectCare has promoted Jessica Ferry to the position of Assistant Chief Fiscal Officer. John Bennett, chief executive officer of the nonprofit agency (formerly Genesee/Orleans Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse), announced the promotion of Ferry, who was hired as a finance manager in June. “Jessica’s ability to tackle …