Friends of MERP
The Friends of MERP is a non-profit organization of community volunteers dedicated to advancing MERP services. Its board of directors helps assure that MERP services are accessible throughout the region and supports the provision of services by raising both funds and awareness. Contact friendsofmerp@gmail.com to find out how you can become a Friend of MERP through service or charitable giving.
Board of Directors
- Tracy Schliep, President
- Randy Clark, Vice President
- Willie Pletcher, Treasurer
- Sarah Adams, Secretary
- Julie Cylencia, Member
- Ronald Amrhein, Member
- Valerie Amrhein, Member
- Robert Barletta, Member
- Scott Currie, Member
- Gizelle Dean, Chair, Nominating Committee
- Patricia Fuller, Member
- Michelle O’Malley, Member
- Janice Schwanbeck, Member
- Adam Trambley, Member
- Jackie Bonier, Director Emeritus
- Adam Nowland, Ex officio
MERP News & Updates
PSU Volunteers at MERP
On Tuesday, October 15th, a group of 27 Penn State Shenango students rolled up their sleeves to volunteer at the Horizon Foundation’s Medical Equipment Recycling Program facility in Farrell, Pennsylvania. The students are part of Penn State’s Physical Therapist...
MERP Grand Opening Celebration
The UPMC Horizon Community Health Foundation celebrated the grand opening of the new Medical Equipment Recycling Program in New Castle, Pennsylvania on Thursday, June 20th. This location is open to the public and allows customers to borrow durable medical equipment....
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