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Baptist Homes Announced New Executive Director

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Baptist Homes Society announced that Bernard Erb has been appointed to the position of Executive Director of Baptist homes. Bernie assumed his responsibilities at Baptist Homes on October 3, 2011.  Bernie has a very broad and diverse background in health care, having worked in hospitals, skilled nursing, and personal care settings.  Most recently, he served as the Administrator of cedars of Monroeville.  His wide range of knowledge and expertise make him well-suited to lead the Baptist Homes community as it enters its second century of service to seniors.
Baptist Homes is one of two communities operated by Baptist Homes Society, a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community that offers independent living, personal care, memory support, skilled nursing, and short- and long-term rehabilitative care.

Baptist Homes Society Presents: Jennifer Antkowiak: Take Care Tips—How to Care for Yourself While You’re Caring for Others

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Providence Point Chartiers Room
Sept. 14, 9-11am

At many stages throughout our lives, we become caregivers for others in our family, home or community. Be empowered with information you can use to care for yourself while taking care of others.

Event Schedule

Continental Breakfast & Registration: 9 – 9:30 am
Welcome from Baptist Homes Society and Event Sponsors: 9:30 – 10 am Take Care Tips with Jennifer Antkowiak: 10 am – 11 am
Book signings, tours of Providence Point and visit with sponsors following event.

Seating is limited. Call 412-572-8308 or email slauer@baptisthomes.org

 

Baptist Homes Society Announces New President & CEO

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Alvin W. Allison

Baptist Homes Society’s Board of Directors announced that it has selected Alvin W. Allison as the new President & CEO of the 101-year-old, not-for profit, faith-based organization, effective July 1, 2011.

According to Becky Surma, Chair of the Baptist Homes Society Board of Directors, “Al has demonstrated his leadership abilities as the interim President and Chief Executive Officer for the past six months while continuing his responsibilities as Providence Point’s Executive Director. His knowledge and experience in the ever-changing business of senior care, his commitment to “always putting residents first,” and his dedication to Baptist Homes Society’s mission brought him to the forefront as our candidate.”

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