Greater Longview Optimal Wellness - GLOW

11/03/2026

✨GLOW Team Spotlight✨

Meet Police Outreach Officer, Nathan Lemmon!

Nathan brings an incredible amount of experience and dedication to his role, with 10 years of service in the United States Marine Corps, two years in the United States Navy, and 13 years in law enforcement, including two years with the Police Outreach Service Team (POST). His diverse background and years of service have given him a unique perspective and a deep understanding of the importance of serving and protecting others.

Nathan goes above and beyond to make a difference in our community, particularly when working with individuals experiencing homelessness. Whether he is helping connect someone with substance use treatment, navigating mental health resources, or finding the support and services they need to take the next step forward, His willingness to meet people where they are and walk alongside them through difficult circumstances speaks volumes. We are incredibly grateful to have someone who brings this level of commitment, heart, and dedication to the GLOW team and the Longview community!

“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending. -C.S. Lewis” - Officer Lemmon

Join us in thanking Nathan for his service, compassion, and the meaningful difference he makes in the lives of others! 💙

10/30/2026

You're Part of the BIG Picture! 🖼️

At our Trunk or Treat event last night, we had two posters with a simple but meaningful message: “You're Part of the BIG Picture!”

We invited everyone to leave their mark by drawing a small picture, writing a message, or simply adding their name.

The idea behind it is bigger than the posters themselves. Sometimes, we get so caught up in our own little piece of the world that we don't realize how much we matter to the bigger picture. We may not always see the impact we're making, know whose lives we're touching, or understand how our stories connect with others, but every single person has a place and a purpose.

You matter. Your story matters. And the big picture wouldn't be complete without you.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and added a little piece of themselves! ❤️

Have a safe and happy Halloween!🎃

10/29/2026

Come see us at Austin Bank on Hiway 80! No Tricks! Only Treats!

10/29/2026

✨GLOW Team Spotlight✨

Meet Community Health Section Chief, Ricky Norman, RN!

Ricky has been a firefighter/paramedic for 26 years, 23 being with Longview Fire Department! Ricky has been a valued member of the GLOW team for five years, including two years as Community Health Section Chief. Throughout his time in this leadership role, he has guided our team with dedication, vision, and a genuine passion for making a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.

As a leader, Ricky brings a strong combination of professional expertise and heart for community service. Ricky’s commitment to supporting others, his steady leadership, and his strong team-centered approach make him an invaluable leader and a trusted advocate for both our team and the people we serve!

“At the end of the day, strategies and numbers mean nothing if the people executing them aren’t set up to thrive. Do the right thing by your team, and the rest takes care of itself.” — Ricky Norman

Join us in thanking Ricky for his incredible dedication and leadership in Longview! 💚

10/20/2026

10/20/2026

✨GLOW Team Spotlight✨

Meet Care Coordinator, Keely Rainer, LMSW!

With nearly 10 years of experience in the medical field, Keely brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to our community. In addition to her role with GLOW, she serves as a PRN hospital social worker, counsels residents at a local nursing home, and is actively working toward her LCSW!

As Care Coordinator, Keely works closely with individuals and families to help navigate complex challenges, connect with vital resources, and build paths toward stability. Keely’s dedication to empathy, collaborative care, and advocating for those in need makes her an essential part of our mission and a trusted support for our community!

“I feel truly blessed to serve our community in this role. I’m a firm believer in growing through what you go through, and I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to meet people right where they are during some of the most challenging chapters of their lives.” — Keely Rainer, LMSW

Join us in thanking Keely for her heart for service and commitment to Longview! 💚

10/14/2026

✨GLOW Team Spotlight✨

Meet Community Health Nurse, Tina Gunnells!

For the past 2 years, Tina has been serving our community with GLOW, first as a nursing student in 2024, then as Care Coordinator for 9 months, and now as a RN, BSN!

As a nurse, Tina brings a strong combination of clinical knowledge and community service. Tina’s dedication to helping others, her steady leadership, and her strong team-centered approach make her a valued member of the team, and a trusted advocate for the people we serve!

“Everyone deserves the opportunity to start again. Sometimes, God works through the smallest acts of kindness to give someone hope for a different future.”
— Tina Gunnells, RN, BSN

Join us in thanking Tina for her incredible dedication to Longview! 💚

10/10/2026

🍁🎃 GLOW is at the STEMCO Family Fall Fest today! 🎃🍁

Thank you to STEMCO for the opportunity to connect with and serve STEMCO families. We’re excited to be here, share about GLOW, and help families learn more about the resources and support available to them.

Thank you, STEMCO, for allowing us to be part of such a special day for your families! 🧡🍂

10/06/2026

🚑 It’s Mobile Integrated Health Week, and GLOW is proud to serve our community! 🚑

Did you know that many emergency room visits can be prevented with the right support?

At GLOW, our Mobile Integrated Health team helps break the cycle of frequent 911 calls and ER visits by:

🔗 Connecting individuals directly to essential community resources.
🏠 Delivering proactive, personalized support where people live.
🩺 Guiding patients toward long-term health solutions.

GLOW is proud to lead the way in creating a smarter, more compassionate healthcare system for everyone! ❤️️

10/02/2026

✨GLOW Team Spotlight✨

We are very proud to have Officer Duffie on our team!

Employee Spotlight!⭐

Meet Gene Duffie! Gene has been with the City of Longview Police Department since April 22, 1996, serving more than 30 years with the City.

Gene is currently assigned to the Police Outreach Service Team (P.O.S.T. Unit), where he gets to serve the community he grew up in.

For Gene, one of the most rewarding parts of the job is helping people who are at their lowest and may not otherwise have opportunities get the support and intervention they need.

“Now to see someone at their lowest at one point and then to see them thriving later thanks to a little boost brings me more joy than anything else in this line of work.”

Thank you, Gene, for more than three decades of service to Longview! 👏