In service together for older adults

Read what our friends are saying about the UMRC-Porter Hills Foundation.

Your support means so much to those we serve. Our residents, families, donors, and team members say it best. Read what they have to say about the excellent work you are helping us accomplish at the UMRC-Porter Hills Foundation.

“Initially, I served the organization because it has meant so much to my family. But now I see what a difference it is making in so many people’s lives. As a donor, I find it affirming that those who deliver those services to older adults validate our contributions every day—they turn our gifts into love. For that, I am especially grateful.”

—Russ Ives, Brio Living Services Board member and (Retired) Rose Pest Solutions (Lead Sponsor 2022 and 2023 Giving Gratitude events)

“I am grateful for my scholarship. Financially, it’s really helping and taking a lot of stress off going to school, and it shows our organization cares about its team members. It helps that I can work, and it motivates me more to continue my education.”

—Mia Larson, Shabaz at Brio’s Green House Homes

“I want you to know the incredible care and love my mom and family received, and the deep peace of mind the Benevolent Care program offered us.”

—Jim, son of a Benevolent Care recipient

“I’ve been blessed by the gifts of others, people I don’t know. So, I say, whatever I have is not mine to determine how to use, but it’s mine to share with others, so we can all benefit.”

—Nelson, resident and donor

“The Foundation’s support of my training means I have the tools to offer dignity at end of life to our elder community and provide the delicacy and grace that our elders deserve.”

—Angela Edward, Social Worker and certified End-of-Life Doula at Thome PACE

(regarding UMRC-Porter Hills Foundation Emergency Aid Fund):“The Emergency Aid Fund really provided a sense of calmness in the midst of chaos. I’m one of the biggest advocates for the Foundation. It is a big honor to work for an organization that cares about its team members, especially in times of crisis.”

—Courtney Phiscator, Brio Human Resources Learning and Development Manager, following a tornado that damaged her home