Othree Perry, 80, gets to Mid-South Food Bank at 7 a.m. sharp, then begins sorting
through food items like cans of veggies and bakery goods before stocking them orderly
on the shelves in the organization’s Agency Mart. “I find the job relaxing, so going to work and interacting with people – I love being around others – it just feels great,” Perry said.
Read MoreShe slowly conformed to the couple’s routine, with help from counseling. She then realized – “opened her eyes,” is how Bridgett described it - what could be ahead for her.
Read MoreA weekday local TV show that features happenings and issues concerning the Mid-South, invited Meritan officials in September to talk about the need for foster care.
Read MoreAnne's received help from Meritan for several years and particularly appreciates the Christmas gifts each holiday through Meritan’s Silver Bells program – one in which area companies and individuals sponsor and provide seniors’ wish lists.
Read MoreThe decision to ban the devices marks an intersection with individual safety – students and their parents needing to communicate in cases of emergencies – and huge distractions for both students and teachers.
Read MoreLocal news outlets reported that a woman was arrested and charged for exploitation of an elderly person, forgery and both theft and identify theft.
Read MoreThe Mid-South’s only Supportive Independent Living Home for young adult women transitioning out of foster care opened in July. Meritan’s program, in conjunction with Tennessee’s DCS, aims to help three occupants living jointly in the conditional, rent-free home, become better equipped to navigate the challenges of society, including finances, thrown at them at once.
Read MoreBarbara Love has fostered over 80 children over the years because for her, it’s ‘life-changing.’ “By seeing your kids become happy, it makes you happy,” she exclaims.
Read MoreUnder CMS’ Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model, Meritan will be one of almost 400 participants building Dementia Care Programs (DCPs) across the country, working to increase care coordination and improve access to services and supports, including respite care, for people living with dementia and their caregivers.
Read MoreSisters Carol and Ann Jubert, and Nancy Matthews (middle) found joy in their work, through Meritan, at a Downtown Memphis acting and film studio.
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