A STRONG SHOW OF SUPPORT
Andrews and ProTem raised $13,388 for the Alzheimer Society this year, with ProTem continuing to accept donations until June 6.
annual in-house fundraising walk are team members
CORE VALUES
Annelize Malan is this month's Core Values Leader
MILESTONES
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TEAM PROFILE
Get to know Zeel Barot, program coordinator at our Park West home
J U N E 2 0 2 3 P A R K H I L L
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Tanya Weatherbee, Mihaela Calin, Amanda Shea and Danielle DeAgazio.
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COMING TOGETHER FOR A GOOD CAUSE
Hello team,
It was great seeing so many team members fundraising for the Alzheimer Society this past month Between our online efforts, individual team members, our home-based walks and our participation in the officials walks in Charlottetown and Moncton, we raised $13, 388. That's outstanding team and a testament to the kind of people we have working at Andrews and ProTem
It was equally inspiring to see how our homes celebrated our nursing teams during National Nurses Week As I said in my last team message, our nursing team members are at the core of our operation There's a quote from former U.S. President Barack Obama taped to the wall of the Andrews of Stratford activity room that reads, " nurses are the beating heart of our medical system " I couldn't agree more
Of course, all our team members are integral to our success as an organization Whether you ' re a nurse, a caregiver, a dietary aide, housekeeper or a program coordinator, what you do every day positively impacts our residents and strengthens our reputation for the better Which is why we launched our backpack program We want our team members to be proud of the work they do even when they re not at work The backpacks have been distributed to existing team members and will be given to new team members going forward I would like to thank Lynda and Amanda for their effort in making this happen
In addition to recognizing the hard work of our teams through extracurricular events, we will continue offering opportunities for growth to team members through existing training and development programs Courses like shift supervisor training, caregiver training and training through Surge, are ways team members can learn new professional skills and grow in their career. This is an area of particular value for us and one we continue to invest in through updated information and technological advancements like our new smart-board screen, that enhances the training experience.
I strongly encourage any team members interested in growing their skills to reach out to their supervisor or Jincy about the training opportunities available
Happy early Father's Day and happy June
Sincerely,
It is Andrews Senior Care's goal to respect the to provide a safe and secure environment; to promote involvement of residents and their family by inviting input and feedback related to the care and services we provide;
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CORE VALUE LEADERS
Annelize always goes above and beyond to make each celebration enjoyable for residents.
She is considerate of all residents and their needs when planning activities and events and puts in extra effort to ensure that everyone feels welcomed and included.
The residents speak highly of her and the work she does every day to enhance their Andrews experience.
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A N N E L I Z E M A L A N : A N D R E W S O F S U M M E R S I D E
Every month we will be recognizing a team member who we believe is a Core Values Leader This team member exemplifies one, or all three, of our values through their actions and character
ABOVE & BEYOND
Barb is a dedicated team member, always going the extra mile to keep our residents happy and engaged. She’s always willing to help when needed and is amazing at organization events at Andrews of Parkhill We are fortunate to have her as part of the Parkhill family
Barb began working as program coordinator at Parkhill in 2013 Prior to joining, she worked as a server and assistant manager of the Zeller’s diner Her career at Parkhill was only supposed to be short term.
“I came for two, stayed for 10,” she said “This place, I can’t explain it I don’t say ‘I come to work,’ I get to come here every day It’s not a job It’s so rewarding I can get a smile, if I can make one person smile, it makes my day ”
When she’s not at work, Barb enjoys gardening, knitting, crocheting and spending time with her husband
OUR OTHER HOMES
Barb Pye : Parkhill
Our Above and Beyond winner for May is Barb Pye
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Angie Alcantara : ProTem
Amalu Shaji : Summerside
Cheryl Chaisson : Charlottetown
Marina Patey : Stratford
Anurag Chugh : Park West
GETTING TO KNOW. . .
ZEEL BAROT
Zeel is our program coordinator at Andrews of Park West.
W H A T W O U L D Y O U C O N S I D E R T H E P E R F E C T M E A L ? Any meal which includes protein, carbs and vitamins and minerals.
C O F F E E O R T E A ?
Coffee
W H A T I S Y O U R F A V O U R I T E M O V I E ?
Inception
W H A T I S Y O U R F A V O U R I T E B O O K ?
Bhagavad Gita (The Bhagavad Gita, often referred to as the Gita, is a 700verse Hindu scripture, which is part of the epic Mahabharata )
W H A T T A L E N T W O U L D Y O U M O S T L I K E T O H A V E ? Communication, leadership and problem solving
W H A T D O Y O U A D M I R E M O S T I N P E O P L E ?
Leadership and kindness.
I F Y O U C O U L D L I V E A N Y W H E R E , W H E R E W O U L D Y O U L I V E ?
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W H A T M O T T O D O Y O U L I V E B Y ? Live in the present
FAST FACTS
Studied human services and medicine before joining Andrews.
Paul has 30 years of experience as a chef.
Volunteers with Queens County Residential Services, an organization that helps deliver programs to adults with intellectual disabilities.
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'Back on the trails'
E-bike pilot project gives Andrews residents chance to cycle again
Andrews of Stratford resident Phyllis MacDonald first started cycling in her 60s. At the time, she was newly retired and looking for something to fill her days. She joined a cycling group and began spending her weekends traversing the Confederation Trail
Eventually, cycling became a shared pastime with her grandson Zachary The two would bike the entirety of the Confederation Trail in increments, meeting each week where they’d left off previously and moving on from there.
During the peak of her cycling years, Phyllis completed the trail five times.
Since moving into Andrews Senior Care she assumed her trail days were over, instead exercising on one of the home’s stationary bikes three days a week
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Sharon Woods-Bryenton on the electric trishaw.
However, Phyllis is back on the road, thanks to a pilot project between Andrews Senior Care, Cycling without Age and Bike Friendly Communities Prince Edward Island
Through this partnership, Andrews acquired an electric trishaw, a three-wheeled bike that allows seniors and people with mobility issues to experience cycling with the help of a trained pilot The bike includes a large enclosed seat with safety straps where the senior can sit while the pilot handles the peddling and navigation.
“Being a cyclist myself and knowing how much I enjoy the Confederation Trail and cycling around P.E.I., I would be out cycling and thinking ‘how can I get this resident (Phyllis) back on the trails,’” said Andrews of Stratford program coordinator Sharon WoodsBryenton “That was in my mind for years ”
Now, after a more than three-year process, Sharon is finally able to start taking residents out for rides starting this month
“Every resident here has had a bicycle or their family had a bicycle and they all loved to cycle,” Sharon said “As we age, our mobility changes Cycling can be very difficult for a senior to do Getting this trishaw, we can get them out like they’re cycling again They’ll feel the breeze, they’ll see the sights. I think (the benefits) are going to be immeasurable.”
Phyllis, who rode the bike for the first time on May 30, agreed.
“It was grand," she said of the experience "It will be an adventure You don’t get too many adventures at my age ”
While residents are eager to start, pilots are required to undergo considerable training on how to ride the trishaw safely
“Pilots will have inspection sheets to go through every time to make sure the bike is safe before even getting on to ride and they will be taught to ride this properly,” said Sharon “It is an electric bike, so (pilots) will have to learn the different speeds and features (unique to this bike) to keep it safe ”
Currently there are five volunteer pilots, however Sharon expects to see that grow.
“I think the community is going to be really happy to see the seniors out riding,” she said “I think we ’ re going to get more volunteers I think seniors in the community are going to love to see it Eventually I hope we can get more of these trishaws in our community in Stratford, in Charlottetown and more of (Andrews) Community Care and Long-term Care homes It’s a wonderful way to get our seniors back out in the summer Not just for walks or a drive but an actual bike ride again ”
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Phyllis and Sharon on the front of the trishaw ahead of the inaugural ride on May 30.
Carrie Gallant has been an Andrews of Parkhill team member for 18 years.
Carrie started working as a caregiver at Parkhill in 2005 In 2011 she became the Care Coordinator for the home, a role she remains in today
Throughout her career she's felt supported, with Andrews providing any training or guidance required for advancement While much of her career at Andrews was under the previous owners, she said the Murphy family's dedication to the team was evident when they first took over Parkhill in 2015
"Jeff (Murphy) was always here when we needed him," she said, adding the administrative team was much smaller then.
Despite Andrews' growth, the feeling of belonging has not changed for Carrie.
"It feel like my home," she said. "And I think that's how our residents feel here."
Which for Carrie, is important.
"I've always had a passion for working with seniors," she said.
MARKING MILESTONES
Every month we will be highlighting team members who've reached significant milestones with us
Darlene Thompson as been an Andrews team member for 25 years.
Darlene started working as a caregiver with Andrews of Charlottetown in 1998 after spending a number of years running a child-care business out of her home
Having grown up in a family of nurses, care work always appealed to Darlene So, when the opportunity presented itself to start a career in the field, she jumped
"I enjoy helping people," she said "My mother worked in nursing care and I can remember going there as a child and enjoying being there When she'd get off work, I'd go up and visit I always enjoyed it "
Throughout her years at Andrews, she's seen a lot of team members pass through the organization While the faces have changed, she said the culture has remained the same
"A lot of people have come and gone, " she said "We all get along When you work with someone for so long, they (become) part of your family You sometimes treat them better than your family "
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RESOURCES/GAMES
Are You Feeling Stressed or Overwhelmed?
Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program through Lifeworks This program is available 24/7 online or over the phone and services to help you with work, family, health, money, and life The following is information on how you can access the program:
Toll-free support line: 1-877-207-8833
TTY: 1-877-371-9978
Through their website login.lifeworks.com
Username: murphy
Password: eap
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Jessica Gauthier Human Resources Advisor hr@andrewsseniorcare com
1-902-894-3439 ext 2422
If you have any questions for our HR team about benefits, ADP support, Immigration Program support or any other questions please contact me
Community Cash 50/50
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more information, please contact Provincial Realty at 902.892.2266 or email us directly office@provincialrealty.ca.
DON'T MISS OUT ON THESE BENEFITS
Paid vacation time starting at 4% per year (Approximately 2 weeks)
Health and dental coverage, of which we cover 50% of the costs
A pension plan where we match your contributions of up to 4% of your salary annually
A fitness subsidy of up to $250 annually
Discounts with local companies, including pharmacies, home heating oil providers and restaurants
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Each employee that retains a Provincial Realty real estate advisor, or refers
friend or family member who uses their service for selling or purchasing properties over $150,000 will receive a gift card as a token of our appreciation
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you, a friend or family member looking to buy or sell a property? You could earn up to $250. Read below to learn how. We are pleased to offer a new Referral Program between Provincial Realty and Andrews Senior Care The Referral Program
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Weekly 50/50 draw in support of support not for profit groups including Murphy s Pharmacies Community Centre and the Holland College Athletics Department Anyone can play for just $2/week
