Celebrating Service: McGregor’s Annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
Each year, McGregor hosts a special appreciation luncheon to honor its diverse and dedicated volunteer community—numbering more than 450 individuals—who generously give their time to support residents. The event, which was held on April 22, serves as a heartfelt opportunity to recognize the meaningful impact volunteers make every day to McGregor residents and PACE participants. […]
Supporting Care Every Day: Honoring McGregor’s Administrative Professionals Team
On National Administrative Professionals Day, April 22, McGregor would like to recognize the administrative professionals team that is at the heart of McGregor’s daily operations. “We recognize the professionalism, hard work and care our administrative professionals provide every day,” said Ann Conn, CEO at McGregor. “Administrative roles are incredibly diverse, evolving and play an important role in contributing to the care our organization provides. Thank you to the entire McGregor Administrative Assistant team for your essential contributions as part of our care team.” The McGregor administrative professionals team includes: Ann Anderson, Receptionist Belinda Anthony, Receptionist Anita Bailey, Executive Administrative Assistant Teara Wheeler-Brew, Lead Receptionist […]
“What’s Love Got To Do With It?” Safe Sex at Any Age Matters!
Elyria Community Presentation The importance of sexual health across all stages of life will be the focus of an upcoming community presentation titled “What’s Love Got To Do With It? Safe Sex at Any Age Matters!” on Tuesday, May 19, from 2 – 4 p.m. at McGregor PACE, 570 Leona St., Elyria, Ohio. The discussion […]
Frequently Asked Questions about STIs and HIV in Older Adults — What You Should Know
What exactly are STIs?STIs, or sexually transmitted infections (also known as STDs or venereal diseases), are infections passed from one person to another through sexual contact. They can be caused by bacteria, viruses or parasites. Are STIs and HIV really a concern for older adults?Yes. Recent trends show that STIs and HIV are on the […]
Your Voice – Why Planning Ahead for Healthcare Decisions Matters
Every year on April 16, National Healthcare Decisions Day serves as a reminder to think ahead about something many people tend to avoid, what happens if you can’t speak for yourself during a medical emergency. It’s about making sure your doctors, family, and care team understand your wishes before a crisis ever happens. Planning ahead […]
The Power of Being Heard: Keith Cavey and the Art of Behavioral Health Care at McGregor PACE
Keith Cavey is grounded in the belief that healthcare should restore dignity as much as it restores health. As Director of Behavioral Health and a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at McGregor PACE, Cavey describes his role simply, “hands down the best position I have ever had in my career.” Keith is a steady, collaborative PACE presence, […]
More Than a Job: Zaccharus Lovejoy’s Calling to Care
March is National Social Work Month, and a time to recognize the people who quietly change lives every day. Among those people is Zaccharus Lovejoy, MSW, a social worker whose passion for his work at McGregor PACE in Summit County, Ohio, is unmistakable the moment he begins to speak about it. Since earning his Master […]
Social Workers Change Lives: Celebrating a Life-Changing Profession During Social Work Month
March is National Social Work month, a time to recognize the dedication, compassion and expertise of social workers who improve lives and strengthen communities every day. From helping individuals navigate complex systems to advocating for vulnerable populations, social workers play a vital role in enhancing well-being and connecting people to the resources they need to […]
A Daughter’s Trust: Why One Leader Chose McGregor PACE for Her Own Mother
On any given morning at McGregor PACE (Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly), you might find Karen Lisy greeting participants as they arrive at any of the 5 locations throughout Cuyahoga, Lorain and Summit Counties. To many, she is the PACE Activity Director, bringing creativity and connection into the Adult Day Health Centers, […]