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Renee Amore
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Renee Amoore in 2015
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| Born | January 24, 1953 |
| Died | May 5, 2020 (aged 67) |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | Executive, healthcare advocate, Registered Nurse |
| Years active | 1982-2020 |
Renee Amoore (born January 24, 1953, died May 5, 2020) was an American nurse and a strong supporter of better healthcare. She also started and led a company called The Amoore Group, Inc.
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Renee Amoore's Life
Early Life and Education
Renee Amoore was born in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Her mother, Juanita Ramsey, was a nurse and worked in homes, and her father, John Ramsey, was a school bus driver. Renee grew up in a family with eight girls.
She studied nursing at the Harlem Hospital School of Nursing in New York City. After graduating, she became the head nurse in the emergency room at Harlem Hospital.
In 1979, Renee earned a bachelor's degree from Antioch College. She continued her studies and received a master's degree in administration from Antioch University in 1982.
Helping Others in Healthcare
Renee Amoore dedicated her career to helping people. She worked in different healthcare roles, including supervising hospital programs.
In 1988, she joined an organization called Growth Horizons. This group runs homes for people with mental illness. By 1996, Renee had become a top leader at the company.
In 1995, Renee started her own company, The Amoore Group, in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. This company helps manage and advise healthcare services. It includes Amoore Health Systems and other groups focused on education and development.
A Leader in Politics
Renee Amoore was also active in politics. In 1992, she was chosen to be part of Pennsylvania's Republican State Committee. She became a deputy chair in 1996, which meant she was a key leader for the Republican Party in Pennsylvania.
She also taught as a professor at several universities, including Drexel University and Lincoln University.
Community Involvement and Awards
Renee Amoore, who was African-American, was a member of important groups like the NAACP. This group works for civil rights and equality. She was also on the advisory board for the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Renee received many awards for her work and community service. These included the Evelyn McPhail Award for Republican Activist of the Year and the NAACP Award for Community Services in Education. She also received the Madam C.J. Walker Award.
Renee Amoore and her husband, Joseph Amoore, had one daughter named Cherie.
In 2008, Renee Amoore spoke at the Republican National Convention. This is a big event where the Republican Party chooses its candidate for president.
Renee Amoore passed away on May 5, 2020, at the age of 67.
