Neighborhood House Prepares Students for Upcoming School Year

On Saturday, August 14, Neighborhood House, in collaboration with Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital (Crittenton Hospital) and the Assistance League of Southeastern Michigan, will once again prepare eligible students with school supplies, backpacks, and back to school clothing in preparation for a brand-new school year. "Blast Off 2 School has helped several families within our community prepare to return to school for over ten years running. We are expecting a greater need than last … [Read more...]

Boardwalks at Innovation Hills Receive a New Sponsored Name

Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital (Crittenton Hospital) and the Ascension Providence Rochester Foundation have announced a major partnership with Innovation Hills Park in Rochester Hills. The boardwalks and selected trails in the park will become the “Ascension Providence Rochester Boardwalks at Innovation Hills.” Ascension Providence Rochester Announces Major Collaboration with the City of Rochester Hills for Innovation Hills Park Purchased by the city in 1991 using recreational … [Read more...]

Dear Crabby, Is Crittenton Hospital Really Changing its Name … Again?

Dear Crabby, Is Crittenton Hospital Really Changing its Name ... Again? Sincerely, John Pine   Dear Mr. Pine, It sure is. Soon, Crittenton Hospital will be called ... wait for it ... "Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital." A cumbersome name, yes. Too long, yes. Stupid idea, yes. Whatever marketing genius thought that was a good idea should check themselves into the psych ward. Seriously, I've never understood why a new owner changes a landmark name. I would think, part … [Read more...]