Evergreen Life Services

Evergreen Life Services Announces New Florida-Based Board Member Evergreen Life Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Barry Rubin, one of our newest board members from Florida. Barry Rubin has served as President and CEO of Direct HR since 2000. He has provided organization change and workforce management solutions to a diverse range of businesses, such as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Daytona Motor Speedway, Federal Express, Marriott Hotels, Hertz, United States Postal Service, and Major League Baseball. “Barry’s work with organizations to increase performance by maximizing the potential of their employees and manage workforces more efficiently will be invaluable to Evergreen as we deal with a staffing crisis,” said Dr. Sue Buchholtz, President and CEO of Evergreen Life Services. “We are excited to channel Barry’s talent, expertise, and energy into furthering our mission.” Rubin presents frequently on human resource issues and is published on such topics as best practices on modern workforce technologies for medical practice, workflow, and employee diversity. He currently serves as the President and CEO of the Treasure Island and Madeira Beach Chamber of Commerce. Rubin will serve on the Board of Directors for both Evergreen Life Services and Evergreen Life Services of Florida. ABOUT EVERGREEN LIFE SERVICES: Evergreen serves nearly 1,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across seven states. Through vocational training, community-based care, independent living support, supportive employment services, day programs, foster care for children with disabilities, and our Abundant Healthcare walk-in clinic, Evergreen strives to fill the lives of the individuals it serves with dignity and purpose. To learn more or donate, call 877-243-4021 or visit evergreenls.org. ABOUT HEAVENDROPt: HEAVENDROPt is an Evergreen Life Services of Florida program that focuses on job training for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by turning retired military parachutes into products. Learn more at HEAVENDROPt.org.

Evergreen Life Services Announces New Florida-Based Board Member Evergreen Life Services announce the appointment of Patrick Murray, one of our newest board members from Florida. Patrick Murray is a U.S. Army and Desert Storm Veteran. Since retiring from the Army, Murray has worked in different positions for Hillsborough County, Florida. In his current role, he manages Business Operations for the county. He is responsible for everything from managing community relations, customer service, and public engagement functions to ensuring effective communication with staff and coordinating public meetings and communication materials. “Patrick’s experience within county government will be a huge asset to Evergreen as we work expand our services and supports at our Florida program,” said Dr. Sue Buchholtz, President and CEO of Evergreen Life Services. “His knowledge of processes and procedures will be hugely beneficial, and we are excited to channel his talent, expertise, and energy into furthering our mission.” In addition to his career, Murray is active in his community. He has been a volunteer basketball coach with Metropolitan Ministries since 2009. Murray will serve on the Board of Directors for both Evergreen Life Services and Evergreen Life Services of Florida. ABOUT EVERGREEN LIFE SERVICES: Evergreen serves nearly 1,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across seven states. Through vocational training, community-based care, independent living support, supportive employment services, day programs, foster care for children with disabilities, and our Abundant Healthcare walk-in clinic, Evergreen strives to fill the lives of the individuals it serves with dignity and purpose. To learn more or donate, call 877-243-4021 or visit evergreenls.org. ABOUT HEAVENDROPt: HEAVENDROPt is an Evergreen Life Services of Florida program that focuses on job training for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by turning retired military parachutes into products. Learn more at HEAVENDROPt.org

Evergreen Life Services Announces New Louisiana-Based Board Member Evergreen Life Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Colene Haston, one of our newest board members from Louisiana. Colene Haston was a CPA, now retired, with more than 40 years of experience. Her areas of specialization included estate, gift and income tax planning, administration and compliance for high-net-worth individuals,  and non-profit and private foundation compliance. “Colene’s financial background will be a huge asset to Evergreen as we work through the challenges of continuing to provide exemplary care with reduced funding from state governments,” said Dr. Sue Buchholtz, President and CEO of Evergreen Life Services. “Her knowledge of estate planning will also be hugely beneficial as we work to ensure our future by securing more planned gifts.” Haston is located in the Shreveport area, which is very close to where Evergreen’s corporate office is located in Haughton. She has served as a Treasurer and Board member for several nonprofits before joining Evergreen’s Board. ABOUT EVERGREEN LIFE SERVICES: Evergreen serves nearly 1,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across seven states. Through vocational training, community-based care, independent living support, supportive employment services, day programs, foster care for children with disabilities, and our Abundant Healthcare walk-in clinic, Evergreen strives to fill the lives of the individuals it serves with dignity and purpose. To learn more or donate, call 877-243-4021 or visit evergreenls.org. ABOUT HEAVENDROPt: HEAVENDROPt is an Evergreen Life Services of Florida program that focuses on job training for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by turning retired military parachutes into products. Learn more at HEAVENDROPt.org

Evergreen Life Services is thrilled to welcome Frank C. Davis III as the Chair of Evergreen’s Board of Directors. Evergreen Life Services is a non-profit that serves nearly 1,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) across seven states. For almost 65 years, Evergreen Life Services has championed individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach their highest potential for independence, self-care, and productivity. As a charitable, non-profit organization, Evergreen offers physical, emotional, and spiritual support while giving peace of mind to the families and loved ones it serves. Evergreen began as a Presbyterian ministry to provide community-based services to local residents with disabilities. It was through the Presbyterian Church that Davis first learned about Evergreen. His church, Highland Park Presbyterian Church in Dallas, took an offering for Evergreen, and he learned more about Evergreen’s mission and impact. Davis was moved and got involved. In the last 20 years, Davis has served on Evergreen's Foundation Board, Evergreen’s National Board and several of its subsidiary Boards in Texas and Florida. “Frank is a passionate advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and brings talent, expertise, and energy to the table,” Dr. Sue Buchholtz, Evergreen President and CEO, said. “We are very fortunate to have him lead our Board as we continue to seek ways to better the lives of the most vulnerable among us.” Davis is a semi-retired Dallas-based attorney specializing in oil and gas and land work. He worked as a landman for Diamond Shamrock and later for Sun Exploration Company as an in-house attorney in the 1980s. He started his own practice in 1992. ABOUT EVERGREEN LIFE SERVICES: Evergreen serves nearly 1,000 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across seven states. Through vocational training, community-based care, independent living support, supportive employment services, day programs, foster care for children with disabilities, and our Abundant Healthcare walk-in clinic, Evergreen strives to fill the lives of the individuals it serves with dignity and purpose. To learn more or donate, call 877-243-4021 or visit evergreenls.org. ABOUT HEAVENDROPt: HEAVENDROPt is an Evergreen Life Services of Florida program that focuses on job training for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by turning retired military parachutes into products. Learn more at HEAVENDROPt.org

Evergreen Life Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Cynthia Cook, one of our newest board members from Florida. “Our Board of Directors is comprised of a dedicated team of community leaders committed to providing independence, life skills, excellent care, and the best quality of life for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Texas, Florida, Tennessee, Louisiana, Arkansas, Kentucky, and Oklahoma,” said Dr. Sue Buchholtz, President and CEO of Evergreen Life Services. “We are excited to channel Cynthia’s talent, expertise, and energy into furthering our mission.” Cynthia Cook has served in the Army for more than 20 years, with a career spanning the globe – from Kuwait to Washington to Tampa. For the last decade, Cook has served our country as a Deputy Chief at MacDill Air Force Base. Cook’s military background will be instrumental to Evergreen as it grows its Florida-based HEAVENDROPt program, which focuses on honoring Veterans by teaching individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities job skills by turning recycled military parachutes into unique gifts. She also has more than 20 years of financial management and budget forecasting experience, as well as decades of team-building experience. Cook will serve on the Board of Directors for both Evergreen Life Services and Evergreen Life Services of Florida. 

Thank you to Duke Energy for visiting Evergreen Life Services Largo division and presenting HEAVENDROPt a contribution of $25,000. This donation is part of the Together We Stand for Our Veterans initiative from Duke Energy. Pictured in the check presentation are Bob Krouse, Julie Jenkins and Jarrod Adams of Evergreen Life Services, Loretta Murray and Emily Butler of Duke Energy, Robby Groover and Charley Ball of Evergreen Life Services. Thank you once more to Duke Energy and their commitment to our community! #everyonematters #TWS #dukeenergy

Thank you to Irish31 in Hyde Park for hosting a night of fun, friends and music bingo. There was a great blend of new and old friends having a wonderful time while supporting Evergreen Life Service's HEAVENDROPt program. Here are a few pictures from the event for you to enjoy. Learn more about HEAVENDROPt at www.heavendropt.org #evergreenls #heavendropt #parachuteproducts

Evergreen’s HR Generalists, Annalee Mathews, and Marichael Clarin-Jante, attended a recent Frost School of Business Recruitment Fair hosted by Centenary College of Louisiana. They got to showcase what Evergreen was all about and meet many great students who were interested in what Evergreen has to offer! Learn more about career opportunities at Evergreen visit www.evergreenls.org for more information. #workatevergreen #evergreenls #everyonematters❤️

Do you know that today is National Golf Lovers Day? Golf has been around for a long time even Julius Ceasar played a version of the game back in 50 BC! There are some amazing advancements in equipment and technology that makes it possible for most people to enjoy a round. If you are playing today, enjoy! Here are some pictures of Evergreen Life Services individuals learning some of the finer points of the game. Evergreen loves to expose the individuals we serve to as many of life experience as we can. Learn more about us at www.evergreenls.org. #everyonematters #disabilitydoesnotmeaninability #nationalgolfloversday