Horizon Health Services

10/09/2026

When the sky turns Eileen’s favorite shade of orange, you know it’s picture time! 🧡✨ She couldn’t resist capturing this beautiful moment. 🧡🧡🧡

10/05/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Leah Virnig 🌟

This week, we're excited to shine the spotlight on Leah Virnig, our dedicated Scheduler at UFP! Leah has been part of the Horizon Health family for 5 years and brings over 26 years of healthcare experience to the individuals and teams she supports.

💙 What Leah enjoys most about her job
"The consumers and our amazing team." Leah values the relationships she has built with both the individuals we serve and the coworkers she works alongside every day.

🌱 Why Leah chose healthcare and human services
Leah has a true passion for helping others and has dedicated her career to supporting people and making a difference in their lives.

🤝 Care Style
Compassionate • Understanding • Loving

🏡 What families should know about Leah
With more than 26 years in healthcare, Leah brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and dedication to those she serves.

✨ What Leah hopes individuals feel when receiving care
Safe, loved, and understood.

🏕️ Favorite Activity Outside of Work
Leah enjoys camping with her family and creating lasting memories together.

🍜 Favorite Restaurant
Mongos is one of Leah's favorite places to enjoy a meal.

🍂 Favorite Minnesota Season
Definitely fall! Leah loves the cool weather, crisp air, and beautiful changing colors of the season.

❤️ Fun Fact
Leah cares about all of the consumers she supports as if they were members of her own family.

💡 What Inspires Leah Each Day
Her children are her greatest inspiration and motivation.

👏 Thank you, Leah, for the compassion, dedication, and heart you bring to United Friends every day. Your commitment to the people we serve helps create a supportive environment where individuals feel safe, valued, understood, and loved. We are grateful to have you on our team! 💙

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09/29/2026

Rachel's smile from ear to ear warms our hearts! 🎈❤️

There's nothing better than seeing her joy as she enjoys her balloons and celebrates the little moments that bring so much happiness. Her smile is truly contagious! 😊

09/28/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Mary Beth Bowman 🌟

This week, we're excited to spotlight Mary Beth Bowman, a dedicated DSP in IHRSS, who has been serving individuals and families through Horizon Health for 2 years! Mary’s passion for helping others and her commitment to the people she supports make her a valued member of our team.

💙 What Mary enjoys most about her job
Mary loves talking with residents and being involved in the community, helping individuals stay connected, engaged, and supported.

🌱 Why Mary chose healthcare and human services
With over 23 years as an LPN and a lifelong passion for helping people, Mary wanted to continue making a positive difference in the lives of others through direct support services.

🤝 Care Style
Trustworthy • Knowledgeable • Caring

🏡 What families should know about Mary
"I will treat my clients as if they were my own family." Mary is committed to ensuring every individual receives compassionate, respectful, and person-centered care.

✨ What Mary hopes individuals feel when receiving care
Mary wants each person she supports to feel positive, respected, cared for, and valued.

🎨 Favorite Hobby
Mary enjoys crafting, making quilts with her sister, and spending time being creative.

🍽️ Favorite Food
Texas Roadhouse is one of Mary's favorite places to enjoy a meal.

🍂 Favorite Minnesota Season
Fall, because of the beautiful, changing colors of the leaves.

👨‍👩‍👧 Fun Fact
Mary is the youngest child in a family of nine siblings!

💡 What Inspires Mary Each Day
"I am inspired by helping people because it is God's plan for my life. When I help others, I am doing God's work, and it makes me feel better helping others."

🌟 What excellent customer service means to Mary
Putting clients first, helping them be as independent as possible, and supporting them as they work toward their goals.

👏 Thank you, Mary, for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to enriching the lives of the individuals we serve. Your caring heart and servant-minded approach make a lasting difference every day!

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09/22/2026

UNITED FRIENDS
A Division of Horizon Health, Inc.

JOIN OUR TEAM!
OPEN POSITION
PART-TIME DSP
United Friends
📍 Pierz, MN

🕓 28 Hours Per Pay Period
Schedule:
• 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM during the week
• Every Other Weekend: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

👥 Work with adults with disabilities
❤️ Make a difference in someone's life every day
🤝 Support independence and personal goals
🏡 Be part of a caring and supportive team

Looking for someone who:
• Is dependable and compassionate
• Enjoys helping others succeed
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Wants a rewarding career making a positive impact

APPLY TODAY!
Help create a better tomorrow, one person at a time.
📞 Call Sheila at 320-468-0272 or apply online at https://www.horizonhealthservices.org/career-opportunities

United Friends • Supporting Independence • Building Relationships • Making a Difference

View the currently available career opportunities with Horizon Health Inc. at Harmony House Assisted Living, United Friends, Harding Place, and in Home and Hospice Care.

09/22/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Jessica Wolthuizen 🌟

This week, we're excited to introduce Jessica Wolthuizen, a dedicated DSP at Pierz UFP, who has been making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve for the past year!

💙 What Jessica enjoys most about her job
Jessica loves being able to help people, make a difference in their lives, and build meaningful relationships with the individuals she supports.

🌱 Why Jessica chose human services
Simply put, Jessica loves helping people and finds fulfillment in supporting others every day.

🤝 Care Style
Caring • Patient • Supportive

🏡 What families should know about Jessica
Jessica is caring, patient, and genuinely invested in the well-being of the people she supports. She takes pride in helping individuals live happy, fulfilling lives while providing compassionate care.

✨ What Jessica hopes individuals feel when receiving care
Safe, comfortable, respected, and cared for.

❄️ Favorite Minnesota Season
Winter, because it's snowmobiling season!

🏔️ Fun Fact
Jessica enjoys snowmobiling in the mountains of Big Sky, Montana.

🐾 Favorite Activities Outside of Work
Spending time snowmobiling, being with family and her boyfriend, and hanging out with her animals.

🥩 Favorite Food
A good steak is one of Jessica's favorites!

💡 What Inspires Jessica Every Day
Being a kind person and making a positive impact on others.

👏 Thank you, Jessica Wolthuizen, for your compassion, dedication, and commitment to the individuals we serve. Your caring heart and supportive nature help make United Friends a place where individuals feel valued, respected, and truly cared for.

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09/18/2026

💙🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️ Here are some more superheroes for DSP Week!

These incredible Direct Support Professionals go above and beyond every day, making a positive impact in the lives of those they support. Thank you for your compassion, dedication, and commitment to helping others thrive. We are proud to celebrate you this week and every week!

09/15/2026

🎉🦸 Today was Dress Like a Superhero Day for DSP Week! 🦸🎉

Here are just a few of our superheroes from today! Thank you to our amazing Direct Support Professionals for all you do each and every day. Your dedication, compassion, and hard work make a difference in the lives of those we support.

📸 More pictures to come, so stay tuned! 💙❤️💛

09/14/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight: April Demo 🌟

This week, we're excited to introduce April Demo, a valued team member at United Friends! Although April has been with our organization for less than a year, April brings years of caregiving experience and a heart for helping others.

💙 What April enjoys most about the job
Helping residents who need support to live their best lives and maintain their independence.

🌱 Why April chose healthcare and human services
Providing care has been a part of April's life for many years, and helping others continues to be a rewarding and meaningful calling.

🤝 What families should know about April
April is committed to helping residents with whatever support they need and ensuring they receive quality care with dignity and respect.

✨ What April hopes residents feel when receiving care
That accepting help is okay and that they can feel comfortable receiving the support they need.

🎣 Favorite Activities Outside of Work
Fishing, four-wheeling, and spending time around a bonfire with family and friends.

🍖 Favorite Food & Restaurant
Applebee's, BBQ ribs, and Swiss Cake Rolls are among April's favorites.

☀️ Favorite Minnesota Season
Summer, because it offers more opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.

💡 What Inspires April Each Day
Coming to work and helping residents with their daily cares and support needs.

👏 Thank you, April Demo, for your dedication, compassion, and willingness to help others every day. We are grateful to have you as part of the United Friends team and appreciate the care and support you provide to the individuals we serve. 💙