Gulfport program helps nursing home residents stay connected

GULFPORT — Juanita Wallace has lived at Gulfport Care Center for six years. With several family members out of state, her phone helps her stay connected — but using it has not always been easy. “I really appreciate (Gulf Coast Connection Services) because I really needed (help), because I sure did not know how to operate my phone,” Wallace said. Wallace is one of the residents receiving help from Gulf Coast Connection Services. Founder Vanessa Welch helps resid