CHARLESTON, W.Va., (April 13, 2026) – Harmony Senior Services, which operates local senior living community Harmony at Southridge, was honored with the Healthcare Partner Award at the BridgeValley Community & Technical College Gala on April 11, 2026, for its $100,000 commitment to nursing scholarships. The award acknowledges Harmony’s leadership in advancing healthcare education and supporting the success of future nursing professionals.
“We are honored to receive this award and proud of our longstanding partnership with BridgeValley Community & Technical College,” said Trina Lister, Director of Marketing at Harmony at Southridge in Charleston. “This collaboration benefits our team, the students, and most importantly, our residents, who truly enjoy interacting with the nursing students as they gain valuable hands-on experience.”
The Healthcare Partner Award is presented to organizations that make significant contributions to healthcare education and student achievement. Through its investment, Harmony Senior Services has funded ten $1,000 scholarships annually for BridgeValley nursing students over the past year, reducing financial barriers and enabling students to focus on their education and clinical training.
In addition to scholarship support, Harmony at Southridge maintains an active partnership with BridgeValley Community & Technical College. Nursing students are employed at the senior living community to gain real-world clinical experience, while other students volunteer on-site. BridgeValley students also participate in health fairs at Harmony at Southridge, providing blood pressure screenings and health education, and take part in quarterly networking events. Together, these initiatives strengthen workforce readiness while enhancing care and engagement for residents and their families.
Harmony Senior Services is a family‑owned and operated organization with more than 40 years of experience providing exceptional senior living communities designed to support independence, connection, and well‑being. Harmony communities offer thoughtfully designed independent living, assisted living, and memory care neighborhoods, allowing residents to age with confidence while receiving individualized support. Across each of the 50 Harmony locations, residents enjoy home cooked meals, engaging social programs, on-site physical therapy, and a variety of amenities that promote an active, fulfilling lifestyle. At Harmony, seniors find more than a new home – they discover new friendships, enriching experiences, and a supportive environment.
Photo courtesy of BridgeValley Community & Technical College. Pictured left to right: Mark Blankenship, BridgeValley Board Chair, Trina Lister, Director of Marketing at Harmony at Southridge, Andrea Petry, Foundation Director and Ashley Deem, Foundation Board Chair
