THIS is Columbia Housing - June 13 - June 17, 2022
THIS is Columbia Housing
Weekly Roundup of CH Happenings: June 13 - June 17, 2022
Resident Success Story - Henry Boykin
Henry Boykin who lives at Oak Read Highrise is adventurous and excited about life. But it hasn't always been that way.
Mr. Boykin lost his wife 12 years ago. He stopped taking care of himself and his health declined. All that changed after he met Shonda Jordan, the Senior Service Coordinator at Columbia Housing.
Shonda connected Mr. Boykin to healthcare services through the SeniorCare PACE Program at Prisma Health and he loves it. "I feel like I'm getting back to my old self," says Boykin.
Shonda can't say enough about how much the program is helping Mr. Boykin and other residents at the Highrise. "From health screenings to medical exams, food, medications, fun activities with transportation - the PACE Program offers so much."
Columbia Housing sends a HUGE THANK YOU to Prisma Health's SeniorCare Pace Program for this important partnership!
To learn more about the Prisma Health SeniorCare PACE Program, please call 803-931-8175 and the team will be happy to assist you.
Mr. Edward Brown Celebrates 47 Years of Service!
Let's give a round of applause and a hearty congratulations to Mr. Edward Brown - Columbia Housing's longest-serving employee!
The Maintenance Department hosted the celebration in honor of Mr. Brown's 47 years of service.
CEO Yvonda Bean said, "Mr. Brown is a delight to have on the team. He loves his job and takes his responsibility to meet our residents' maintenance needs seriously."
Thank you for years of dedication Mr. Brown!
Yvonda Bean Named Chief Executive Officer By Columbia Housing Board!
At a Special Called Board Meeting held June 13, 2022, Chairman Ernest W. Cromartie, III called for the motion to name Yvonda Bean as permanent CEO; Commissioner James Chatfield made the motion and it was enthusiastically seconded by NOT just one, but THREE other Commissioners all at the same time!
Upon accepting the position, Bean said to the Board: "I want you all to know how much it means to me to be afforded this opportunity to work with you to lead this wonderful organization. I'm also super excited and grateful to work alongside an awesome team. They're more than just staff. They are my team."
Congratulations, Yvonda Bean!
Columbia Mayor Daniel Rickenmann:
"I've had the opportunity to meet with Yvonda Bean on several occasions and I've been impressed by her demonstrated leadership and knowledge in the affordable housing industry."
Columbia City Councilman, Ed McDowell:
"Yvonda Bean is the right person in the right position at the right time. I see very good things ahead for Columbia Housing and the overall community. This is good for the city of Columbia."
Community Resources
Lower Richland Transportation Public Meeting!
Monday, June 20, 2022 - 6 pm to 8 pm
Garners Ferry Adult Activity Center - 8620 Garners Ferry Road, Hopkins, SC 29061
The COMET wants to hear from the Lower Richland Community about how to make the COMET better for you!
If you can't attend, you can still participate by scanning the QR code on the flyer and taking a short survey.
Light refreshments will be served.
Gun Buyback Program
The Greater Farrow Road Foundation and the area churches are hosting a Gun Buyback Program June 20-21, from 4 pm - 7 pm at the M.L. Smith Community Center, on Farrow Rd.
People will receive $100 per handgun and $200 per assault rifle. The event is anonymous and no questions will be asked. So if you know somebody...
Thank you Pastor Michael Baker for your leadership.
To learn more information about the Gun Buyback Program, please click here.
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Juneteenth Freedom Fest
Join us Saturday, June 18th at The South Carolina Juneteenth Freedom Fest starting at 12:30 pm at the Benedict College Charlie W. Johnson Stadium.
Our Resident Services and Strategic Initiatives Team will have a table set up there, so STOP BY! We've got great giveaways!
To learn more about the Juneteenth Freedom Fest, please click here.
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