Insights
the blog of Porter HillsKen and Arloa Vander Kolk – The Gift of Love
“Be still and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10).
Ken and Arloa Vander Kolk had a storybook marriage, says their daughter, Judy Levick. “It was an amazing love story. They were happily married for nearly 68 years.”
Both from Zeeland, Michigan, their courtship began while Ken was a pre read more.
Ardath McCall – An Active, Vibrant Member of the Community
Cook Valley Estates resident Ardath McCall has always been an active member of her community and has helped empower and encourage countless youth over the years through her life of service.
Ardath grew up on a farm in Hastings. After graduating from Western Michigan University, she made Hil read more.
UMRC & Porter Hills Foundations Raise Over $1 Million for COVID-19 Emergency Fund
UMRC & Porter Hills Foundations Raise Over $1 Million for COVID-19 Emergency Fund
Dollars Raised Assist UMRC & Porter Hills ‘Healthcare Heroes’ with Emergency Needs During Pandemic
Chelsea, MI/Grand Rapids, MI, June 16, 2020 – The UMRC Foundation and Porter Hills Foundation are prou read more.
Safe Code of Conduct Letter and Procedures
Dear Friends of the UMRC and Porter Hills Foundations,
We hope you are doing well and staying healthy during this very difficult time in our history. You are in our thoughts and prayers for your safekeeping.
You should know how much we miss seeing your lovely faces and beautiful smiles. But we read more.
Porter Hills Foundation Receives Community Health Impact Grant from Michigan Health Endowment Fund
$100,000 Over Two Years Supports Dementia Training for LifeCircles PACE Team Members and Local Care Partners
The Porter Hills Foundation is delighted to announce that it has received a Community Health Impact grant from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund (Health Fund). This two-year award of read more.
Happy Team Member Appreciation Week!
To UMRC & Porter Hills Team Members from the Strategic Team!
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Porter Hills Foundation Receives Grant from Heart of West Michigan United Way Coronavirus Response Fund
$20,000 Award Supports Emergency Needs of Frontline Caregivers at Porter Hills
The Porter Hills Foundation is excited to announce that it has received $20,000 from the Heart of West Michigan United Way Coronavirus Response Fund. This gift will support Porter Hills Foundation’s COVID-19 Emergenc read more.
Porter Hills Foundation Receives Grant Supporting Low-Income Older Adults at LifeCircles PACE-Holland
Community Foundation of Holland/Zeeland and Partners Award $10,000 for Telehealth Initiatives
The Porter Hills Foundation is pleased to announce that it has received $10,000 from the Community Foundation of Holland/Zeeland, Grand Haven Area Community Foundation, and Greater Ottawa County United read more.
Words of Gratitude.
Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear aprons.
A thankful granddaughter shares these words of gratitude:
“Porter Hills’ amazing caregivers make my Grandma feel loved and cared for. More than once, she has told me how wonderful the staff is to everyone. Porter Hills wouldn’t be t read more.
White Ribbon Project
At UMRC & Porter Hills, our direct care team members are there to provide care and comfort for the older adults we serve. Especially now, during the COVID-19 pandemic, these “Healthcare Heroes” are doing everything in their power to keep our residents safe and healthy. These include our read more.