Pearl Harbor’s 80th Anniversary: Remembering the Greatest Generation
On December 7th we observed the 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Pearl Harbor is a pivotal point in American history. Each year we remember December 7, the day that triggered the entry of the United States into WWII. However, today the number of Americans, also known as “the greatest generation,” who lived…
Read MoreCompany Values & Integrity for Pandemic Decision Making
With the challenges that the pandemic has brought to the workplace, more than ever, leaders are being called upon to be strategic, creative, and thoughtful in finding ways to keep their companies financially healthy and growing, while keeping employees satisfied and engaged. Many leaders have grappled in the last few years with the challenge…
Read MoreCristie Herring Joins Veterans Care Coordination
Cristie Herring is the newly appointed Director of Strategic Programs for Veterans Care Coordination and freedom. With a history of family members who served in the military, she believes that we must ensure that our veterans receive support in accessing care. Herring also has a passion for serving those with Alzheimer’s disease. Since losing a…
Read MoreSix Ways to Make 2022 The Year of the Senior
As the group that has faced the most significant health impact from COVID-19, seniors have had to be even more vigilant in practicing social distancing while also following the other protocols such as washing hands and wearing masks if needed to go out in public for essential trips. We’ve seen the staggering toll the virus…
Read MoreHonoring Every Veteran at VCC
On Wednesday, November 10th, employees at Veterans Care Coordination took time out of their busy day to help celebrate our clients by placing over 1,000 flags on our property. Employees participated in setting a flag to represent every client we are currently servicing at VCC. Our clients become like family members as we talk…
Read MoreDebra Stern: Veteran of the Month | November 2021
At 19 years old, Debra Stern eagerly ran to Grand Central Station to enlist in the United States Army during World War II. But, as a woman under 20, she needed her mother’s signature to join, which was difficult for her mother to do since she didn’t want her to go. Nevertheless, Stern persevered through…
Read MoreWhat Does Veterans Day Mean to a Veteran?
In 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower officially changed the holiday known as Armistice Day to Veterans Day. It is a day set aside to remember and honor the service and sacrifices of Veterans who serve and have served in all branches of the military. For many of us, we thank those who served and…
Read MoreHonoring Two of Our Own
At Veterans Care Coordination, we are proud to have the opportunity to assist Veterans daily. November 11th allows Americans the opportunity to honor and celebrate the brave men and women who have sacrificed so much for our country. It is our day to acknowledge and pay respect to the United States Veterans for their commitment…
Read MoreWalter Nichols: Veteran of the Month | October 2021
Walter “Wally” Nichols was born in December of 1949. He grew up in University City, MO, as the youngest of eight children, four boys, and four girls. His dad committed suicide before his first birthday, and his mom worked hard as a waitress to make ends meet. Nichols attended catholic school for nine years before…
Read MoreThe Importance of Emotional Health in Senior Adults
Since 2004, National Emotional Wellness has been observed in October. The focus is to provide information and resources to help people improve emotional wellness. What is emotional wellness? According to the National Center for Emotional Wellness, the term refers to an awareness, understanding, and acceptance of your emotions and your ability to manage effectively through…
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