Posts by Jamie Gianopulos
Seasonal Safety: Fall Checklist for Seniors
It is that time of year again when the hot days of summer are gone, and the long, chilly nights and dropping temperatures start to take over. As seasons shift, so do our home priorities, and regular fall maintenance becomes essential to prevent costly home repairs. For older adults, fall upkeep isn’t just about…
Read MoreLarry G. Smith: Veteran of the Month | August 2023
Larry Gene Smith was born in April of 1947 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and raised as the oldest child in his family. The Smith family was no stranger to tragedy. Even before Smith’s birth, they had experienced the devastating loss of his older brother, who tragically died at five years old after being hit by…
Read MorePickleball Tournament Raises Money for The Child Advocacy Center
Kyle Laramie, the Founder & CEO of Veterans Care Coordination, recently participated in a pickleball fundraiser that he not only helped organize but, along with his partner Christine Edwards, achieved third place in the competition. The Mixed Doubles Money Event Pickleball Match, held last Saturday at Lake Forest Country Club, attracted the finest players in…
Read MoreClarence Joseph Davis: Veteran of the Month | July 2023
Clarence Davis, a Vietnam veteran, was born in 1954 as the second youngest of seven children in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Growing up, his father worked as a truck driver, frequently relocating the family throughout the northeastern region of the United States. As a young boy, Davis developed a love for fishing and…
Read MoreJim Smith: Veteran of the Month | June 2023
Jim Smith was born in November of 1948 in the small town of Rayville, Louisiana. He grew up with one sister, surrounded by nature’s beauty, and developed a love for hunting at an early age. Smith grew up in town, where his father worked at a local paper mill. When Smith was a teen,…
Read MoreCongratulation, Michelle Smith! Norbert Laramie Award of Excellence Winner 2022
Congratulations to Michelle Smith, Norbert Laramie Award of Excellence Winner 2022! Michelle Smith has dedicated over a decade to Veterans Care Coordination (VCC), starting as an Accounting Specialist eleven years ago. Throughout her years of service, Michelle has always been a shining example of VCC’s core values for accountability, continuous improvement, and serving one another.…
Read MoreVeterans Care Coordination Announces Promotions of Cheryl Hammons and Cristie Herring to Vice President Roles
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [Lake St. Louis, June 1, 2023] – Veterans Care Coordination (VCC) proudly announces the promotions of Cheryl Hammons and Cristie Herring to the positions of Vice President. These promotions reflect the significant increase in responsibilities and the expanded scope of their roles within the organization. Cheryl Hammons, formerly the Director…
Read MoreGreg Hendricks: Veteran of the Month | May 2023
Greg Hendricks was born in St. Louis County in 1950 and raised in St. Charles, MO, just west of the Missouri River. He was the second oldest of four boys. Hendricks stated, “I consider myself a homegrown tomato. I don’t know anything but St. Charles.” Growing up, Hendricks loved all sports but had a passion…
Read MoreChatGPT Made Simple: How AI Technology Can Streamline Your Business
If someone asked you if you knew what Artificial Intelligence or AI was, you might think of a sci-fi movie you once saw where robots become more human-like and try to take over the world. Usually, it doesn’t end well for the humans in the film, but as a busy professional in 2023, it…
Read MoreHigh Blood Pressure: Taking Steps to Live Longer
Blood Pressure According to the American Heart Association, nearly half of all adults in the US have high blood pressure, while only 1 in 4 adults with hypertension have their condition under control. Checking your blood pressure regularly is crucial to combat high blood pressure, also known as the silent killer, due to the lack…
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