S L E I G H R I D E
We had approximately 70 people turn out for our staff sleigh ride at Potts’ Sleigh Rides in Bonshaw. It was a brisk evening, but a good time nonetheless!
M I L E S T O N E
B I R T H D A Y S
Andrews of Summerside celebrated two special birthdays in February - Louis Praught, who turned 103, and Gladys Bernard, who turned 100. Louis was born in Grand River, P.E.I. in 1922 into a large, farming family. As an adult, he moved to Richmond, P.E.I. and worked for 45 years as a carpenter. He raised a large family of his own - 10 boys and one girl. Gladys was born in 1925. She grew up in O’Leary, P.E.I. but lived in Summerside and Kingston, Ont., as well during her life. She was a homemaker who prioritized family. She loved swimming, linedancing, sewing and cooking.
M E N ’ S G R O U P A T P A R K W E S T
Andrews of Summerside residents were treated to a special prom night, courtesy of Three Oaks High School. TOSH students got dressed up and danced the night away with our residents.
W O M E N ’ S G R O U P A T P A R K W E S
As the popularity of our men’s groups has grown, some of our homes have started women’s groups as well. Andrews of Park West’s group met this past month for trivia, donuts and coffee and tea.
Andrews of Summerside residents were treated to a special prom night, courtesy of Three Oaks High School. TOSH students got dressed up and danced the night away with our residents.
Andrews of Summerside residents were treated to a special prom night, courtesy of Three Oaks High School. TOSH students got dressed up and danced the night away with our residents.
Andrews of Summerside residents were treated to a special prom night, courtesy of Three Oaks High School. TOSH students got dressed up and danced the night away with our residents.
Mindy Anderson, centre, and her daughters Paige, left, and Olivia, right, give new meaning to the phrase “work family.”
‘It’s just good to spend time with them’
Working with family has its perks
A lot of people talk about “work family.” Mindy Anderson and her daughters Paige and Olivia Barry live it.
The trio work in the kitchen together at Andrews of Charlottetown. Mindy is the home’s sous-chef, Paige is a cook and server and Olivia is a dishwasher.
Working in close quarters with family might sound like a nightmare to some, but Mindy, Paige and Olivia make it work.
“I just love it,” said Mindy “I have one resident tell me all the time, she goes ‘I can’t get over Paige being the age she is and she can cook for every single one of us at once ’ It makes me really proud ”
The work arrangement didn’t happen by accident Before joining Andrews, Paige was working at McDonald’s and wasn’t happy She was interested in nursing, so Mindy suggested applying at Andrews where she’d get to experience first-hand what nurses and care staff do every day Mindy suggested Olivia apply as a dishwasher a few years later
For Paige, the best part of working with her mom and sister is getting to spend more time with them outside of the house
“It’s kind of a different side to see them as, not just at home,” said Paige, adding there have been lots of opportunities for kitchen dance breaks over the years
Olivia shares her sister’s feelings around spending more time together while at work
“Because we ’ re so busy we barely see each other at home so it’s just good to spend time with them,” Olivia said “We get to bond more and learn more about each other ”
One of those moments for Mindy was watching Olivia, who Mindy knew as notoriously shy, come out of her shell around the residents
“She actually volunteered a couple of times with Heather (the activity director), and then she she’s like ‘I really enjoyed that ’”
While Mindy and her daughters are in a unique arrangement, they aren’t the only family dynamic at Andrews Senior Care Naida and Irish Bawag have both worked at Andrews of Park West for roughly a year now Naida is the home’s activity director and Irish is an RCW For them, working together is a net positive
“My favorite part is that we have a built-in support system that allows us to help one another,” said Naida “We understand each other’s workload, so there’s no need to explain why we ’ re tired after a lo shift we just get it We also get to celebrate small and big achievements together, and even attend special company events together.”
Many of our homes have combinations of spouses, extended fam working together, something Group GM Mizan Uddin says comes the territory.
“Family is important to Andrews,” Mizan said. “We have a lot of t members who’ve been with us for more than 25 years. You get to their families and they get to know yours. We feel honoured whe team member recommends us to a family member and they’re ab join our larger Andrews work family.”
He emphasized that while Andrews values and encourages famil referrals, the company maintains a clear policy to ensure fairness equal opportunities for all employees
Naida, top, and Irish have been working together at Andrews of Park West for roughly one year. The married couple have nothing but good things to say about sharing a workplace.
NAVNEET KAUR : SUMME JOINED IN 2024
Our Above and Beyond winner for February is Navneet Kaur
Navneet is a dedicated, passionate team member We are fortunate to have her at Andrews of Summerside.
Navneet started working as a caregiver at Andrews in October, 2024 Prior to joining our team, she worked at Tim Hortons while going to school
For Navneet, whose grandmother was a nurse, knowing she’s making a positive impact in the lives of our residents is the best part of her day
“I always feel happy when I am with the residents,” she said “Because when I help residents, they always say thank you and hug me Then I really miss my family because they are in India While working in Andrews I feel it’s my home and the residents are my family ”
Outside of work, Navneet enjoys reading and regularly borrows books from the library
Navneet was recognized for going above and beyond
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
Are 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 will work as follows:
Each employee that retains a Provincial Realty real estate advisor, or refers a 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
For more information, please contact Provincial Realty at 902 892 2266 or email us directly office@provincialrealty ca
Jessica Gauthier Human Resources Advisor hr@andrewsseniorcare com 902-368-8520
If you have any questions for our HR team about benefits, ADP support, Immigration Program support or any other questions please contact me
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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
