McClain Scholars: Audrey Dumas, Amy Blesser, Emily McCracken, Chasity Rush, and Renee Phelia
Talbert House celebrated the life of its late vice president, Pam McClain, and introduced the inaugural McClain Scholarship recipients March 8 at its executive office.
Recipients of the scholarships were:
- Amy Bleser, a behavioral health supervisor earning a master’s degree in counseling
- Audrey Dumas, an administrative specialist in finance working toward a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice
- Emily McCracken, a clinical service provider for Court and Corrections obtaining a master’s degree in social work
- Renee Phelia, an activity and security monitor for Court and Corrections working on a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice
- Chasity Rush, a Court and Corrections supervisor earning a master’s degree in counseling.
McClain devoted her life’s work to Talbert House, and after nearly 40 years, she remained a champion for the clients and families in the agency’s care.