April 22, 2021 Natheley McElrath writes: "Elloree and I visited Sarah outside today and were allowed to touch her as long as we were masked. She was so happy when we hugged her! "She said her whole body hurts when they take her out of the bed and sit her up, so it was a short visit but so ... Continue Reading →
Black History Month 2021
Feb. 1, 2021 For many years, the Forum marked Black History Month by scheduling speakers and panelists who could offer a perspective on the history of Charlotte-Mecklenburg's African-American community. In the name of upholding that tradition in these pandemic times: The following graphics were ... Continue Reading →
Update on Sarah Stevenson
Dec. 17, 2020 Sarah Stevenson’s sister Elloree sent this update earlier today: “There have been changes at the Nursing Facility where Sarah is. She is doing as well as can be expected under the circumstances. She still talks about going home. The in-house visits have been cancelled due to the ... Continue Reading →
Sarah Stevenson can have visitors
Nov. 12, 2020 Elloree Erwin, Sarah Stevenson’s sister, writes: “Sarah can now have in-facility visits. To make an appointment, call 704-549-0807 and ask for activities scheduling. Her room number is 301A at the University Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. “Visits are limited to two ... Continue Reading →
Updates on Sarah Stevenson, plans for legacy projects
Nov. 1, 2020 Elloree Erwin wrote: "Again, Sarah sends many thanks to all who graced her with your participation on her 95th birthday. Her son, his wife and I had a Facetime visit with her last Thursday. She sounded very weak and somewhat disengaged and unhappy about our visit. She wanted to ... Continue Reading →
Well-wishers bring birthday to Sarah Stevenson
Oct. 26, 2020 Elloree Erwin's report on today's drive-by birthday celebration for her sister Sarah Stevenson: "The drive by was a GREAT success. We expected 50 vehicles; we had 48. The entire drive by was recorded. Nathan, with WCCB, did a great job recording. "Sarah was able to be brought ... Continue Reading →
Update on Oct. 26 Stevenson birthday drive-by
An update from Sarah Stevenson’s sister Elloree Erwin about plans for a drive-by Birthday Party for Sarah Stevenson on Monday, Oct. 26. The line is scheduled to begin moving around 11 a.m. Fri, Oct. 23, 2020 2:08 am MANY, MANY THANKS, for all your patience and understanding during this ... Continue Reading →
Drive-by organized to wish Sarah Stevenson a happy birthday
By Elloree Erwin Sarah will be 95 on Monday, Oct. 26. We'd like to give her a SURPRISE DRIVE-BY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION. We will start at 11 a. m. at University Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at 9200 Glenwater Drive in the University City area of Charlotte. Driving directions will follow ... Continue Reading →
Update on Sarah Stevenson
The following is a note written today by Sarah Stevenson’s younger sister Elloree Erwin. Further updates will be shared as they are available. Monday, Sept. 21, 2020 11:28 a.m. I was able to have a telephone visit with Saran twice last week. I took her all the accolades that had been bestowed upon ... Continue Reading →
Rep. Alma Adams honors Sarah Stevenson in House floor speech
Sept. 16, 2020 U.S. Rep. Alma Adams recounted the life work of Sarah Stevenson in a speech this morning on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. "Perhaps the greatest honor she continues to bestow on us..." Rep. Adams said, "is wisdom. Not only her wisdom but the wisdom of the ... Continue Reading →
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