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April Newsletter - 2019
SKILLS FAIR
TACOMA OFFICE
Due to the amount of time and energy that it takes to put this event on for you, it is only able to be offered once a year and only in our Tacoma office (due to logistics and building space). Thank you for being willing to travel to experience this important, annual event. We can't wait to see you. And if you haven't been before, it really is FUN!
WELCOME to our NEW EMPLOYEES hired in March
We want to welcome the new team members who joined us last month:

Oanh L.
Mary N.
Isabel G.
Rosabeth S.
Frances M.
Maureen K.
Myrlaina C.

 We are so happy you have chosen to be a part of our caring team!
We are proud to congratulate Susan L.R. who received her CNA credential in March.

Enjoy your pay increase and your new title.
It is well deserved!
What Clients Are Saying about YOU

We've heard from several families this past month about how much they appreciate their caregivers. There were a few of you that were mentioned in the Home Care Pulse surveys by name or in person to one of us on the AHC admin staff:

Awa N., Maria D., Lina H., Karla M., Nikki S., Larisa J., Penny A., Erin F., Sambri R., Skylar S., Sharon D., Darlene P., Rebekah H., Deanna S., Oahn L, Karen G.P., Roxana C., Stacy B., Doreen W., Mary L.

We are so proud of all of the work that you do with our clients. You make a BIG difference is so many small ways every day you go to work. A few of these clients' quotes have been put on our website. Click to see what your clients may be saying here! 
TRAVEL WARNING for those of you who commute to and through the Lacey area of I-5:

You've probably noticed all the construction happening in both directions of I-5 at Marvin Road (the Hawk's Prairie exit). Here's a link to what's happening and tips on how to avoid the area.

Here are the main points:
1. Marvin Road will be reduced to one through lane in each direction at I-5

2. All drivers using the southbound I-5 exit to Marvin Road will be required to turn right and detour.

These restrictions will be in place April through early June, and perhaps longer if weather hinders construction progress.   Plan and allow for extra time if you are travel this area!
Caregiver Profile:
Kristine W.
3 years with AHC


Congratulations! You were one of the nominated "All Star Caregivers" in Pierce County last year. What do you love about being a caregiver? I enjoy the people. I still learn things at 69 years old. I've been a caregiver off and on since 1970. I even spent time on the medical/surgical floor at Good Samaritan Hospital for 6 years.

Any advice you would give to a newer caregiver? Be patient and hang in there. The last few cases I have had scared me a bit at first, but I stuck with it and now the clients and I are a great fit.

Thank you for your 3 years
of service, Kris!
We appreciate you.
Do you know a great CNA, NAR or NURSE who can help us grow and serve more clients? Tell them about Advanced Health Care and if they are hired* you earn a $200 bonus!
Contact JoAnne in HR for details*
April 12th, 8:30am-12noon
HOPE Conference for Parkinson's Olympia

Education, speakers and resources for those with Parkinson's and their caretakers. If you work with Parkinson's clients or want to learn more, this is a great local event coming to Olympia for the 1st time. AHC will be there, too, so drop by and say hi! Register to attend by clicking the link below.
Attendance counts towards your annual evaluation points!
May 10th, 8:30am-4:00pm
South Sound Alzheimer's Conference ~ Olympia
This would be a great opportunity for those of you wanting more dementia related education and practical caregiving tips. AHC will be there with our booth, so drop by and say hello to Lynessa while you're there. Details and registration in the link below. See flyer below for event details.
Attendance counts towards your annual evaluation points!
Happy Easter
Sunday,
April 21st
Whether you celebrate with candy and Easter egg hunts, or at your church with friends and family (or maybe even both!)...we wish you and your family a very blessed and Happy Easter!

If you'd like some fun craft ideas to do with your clients or children this month, we've pinned a few ideas to the AHC account here:
April Anniversaries to Celebrate:

Amanda H. 5 years
Kristine W. 3 years
Andrea C. 2 years
Nikki S. 1 year

 Thank you for your dedication to Advanced Health Care and to the clients you faithfully serve!
Click here to view the
Engaging Dementia Clients in
Meaningful Activities