HOME CARE MATTERS
October Newsletter - 2020
REPORT YOUR SYMPTOMS
As cold and flu season begin, with COVID-19 still present in our community, it is VITAL that you report any and all illness symptoms to JoAnne in HR. She is available 24/7 to take your calls and speak with you. All you need to do is call the office and we will put you in touch with her. It's important that you follow this policy so that we can keep the rest of your AHC team members and your clients safe and healthy. If you are not sure if you should call, just call! We would rather discuss any potential illness or symptoms with you than have you make those judgments on your own. Be safe, be alert to how you are feeling, and ALWAYS report. Help us stop the spread of illness! Thank you.
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GET A FREE FLU SHOT!
 
Flu season is upon us! Because you work with vulnerable adults on a regular basis, we strongly encourage each of you to receive a flu shot. If you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet, please do so soon. Each Advanced Health Care employee has options to get their flu shot covered:
 
1. Most insurance companies cover flu shots at 100%. If you have a health insurance plan, check with them for details. You can get the flu shot at various locations or your doctor's office.

2. Contact JoAnne Martinez, Resources Manager, to request an authorization voucher for a flu shot at no cost to you
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3. Receive a reimbursement of up to $40, provided you turn in a receipt.

BECOME A DEMENTIA FRIEND
from the comfort of your couch!

ZOOM - virtual meeting session
Tuesday, November 3, 2020, 7pm

Join us online for this 1 hour virtual presentation with other AHC caregivers. You will become a Dementia Friend by attending a one-hour informational session to learn about this worldwide movement, about living with dementia, and the simple things you can do to support someone living with the disease.
RSVP to Laura at 253-475-7744 or
You must preregister by October 30th to receive the emailed materials and ZOOM link.

Click here to learn how to join a ZOOM meeting from your phone, laptop, tablet or desktop PC.
October Anniversaries to Celebrate:


Carlene M. 11 years
Kathleen S. 7 years
Cynthia H. 6 years
Russell G. 5 years
Mary W. 4 years
Loridel V. 2 years
Courtney Z. 1 year
Rachael L. 1 year
Kristal S. 1 year
Katelyn M. 1 year
Olga Z. 1 year

Thank you for your dedication to Advanced Health Care and to the clients you faithfully serve!
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Remember to set your clocks back 1 hour when you go to bed on Halloween, Saturday night, October 31st. Daylight saving time ends on the morning of November 1, 2020.
Highlighting Our Heroes: YOU!

We've had the opportunity this month to both witness and hear about how you, our home care heroes, are helping our clients and making a difference in their lives. We want to highlight some of their quotes here:

Cheryl M.  “Cheryl is so reliable. She does what she says she will do. I feel so safe when Cheryl is here”

Tiffany W. “I love Tiffany. She can do anything and is always happy to help”

Mary W.  “Mary has been here over a year already – she is quiet and kind”

Carlene M. "I trust Carlene so much. She can help me through anything.”

Gail C. “Gail led me to the Lord. What more can I say?”

Awa N.  “Awa has been here almost two years now. I look forward to her shifts.”

Lisa; client who called in to the office to express what she appreciates about each of her caregivers.

Jazmin M. “Jazmin has been just perfect for my mom. She knew what to do, was always on time and seemed so happy to be here. If we ever need a caregiver again I hope we would get Jazmin. That girl is a keeper!”
Peggy, client's daughter

Loridel V. "It makes things survivable for me. When she is here I'm able to relax and do things around the apartment. She is understanding, thoughtful, goes out of her way to help."
Alan, client's spouse

We are so proud of all of the work that you do with our clients. We look forward to highlighting other heroes in this column every month!
Susana earns her CNA credential!

Congratulations to caregiver, Susana, on the activation of her CNA credential this past month! We are proud of your hard work in earning this new title. Awesome job!
WELCOME to our NEW EMPLOYEES hired in September

Kjersti P.
Michael C.
Hollyann H,
Peter G.
Terri L.
Debra R.
Jaime S.
Maria A.
Tamara F.- B.
Carly N.
Florence W.
Leticia T.
Doris T.
Justice W.
James K.

Thank you for choosing to be a part of our caring team!
TRAINING CORNER

October topic: Click this link to go directly to this month's online training: Preventing Rehospitalizations.

Reminder: The RN Supervisors are always available to set up in person, 1-on-1 training sessions at your convenience. If you want more training in certain areas or to practice things like hoyer lift transfers, end of life care, etc., they are here to help you succeed!
DO YOU KNOW ANYONE LOOKING FOR WORK?
If the employee you refer is hired* you earn a $200 bonus! Easy money - just like that! Contact JoAnne in HR for details.* Thank you!
Here's who we need to hire:
CNA, NAR, LPN and RN credentialed applicants