Greetings! welcome to Artistry in Motion!
The solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, has got the media in a tizzy. Eclipses have always caused a spectacle around the world as people tried to make sense of the darkening of the sun.
Eclipse legends usually involve an animal swallowing the sun, such as a frog (Vietnam), a puma (the Andes), a black squirrel (Native American/Choctaw), or a bear (Native American/Pomo). The people originating these myths were simply using the knowledge they had at that time to make sense of the world around them. That is all each of us can do, even today in the Information Age with the internet.
Whatever your professional and personal pursuits are, start where you are, use what you have, do what you can - then go from there. That is where innovation begins.
Happy reading! 🌒
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Artist Spotlight:
Kimberlee Wyrick, RN Nurse Manager (3rd Shift)
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1. When did you begin your career? Why did you choose to come to Arbor Acres?
I joined Arbor Acres in January of 2023. I had heard very good things in the community about working at Arbor Acres and once I interviewed with Dawn (Assistant Director of Nursing) and Amanda (Director of Nursing), I knew it was the place I wanted to land!
2. What do you enjoy most about working here?
I enjoy the teamwork, and the compassion and care shown by employees towards the residents.
3. What has been going well so far in 2024, OR what are you looking forward to?
I am looking forward to continuing to learn all I can about my role as Weekday Night Nurse Manager, so I can better serve the residents and my co-workers. I love being a nurse, even though there are many challenging days because of the nature of our work.
4. What keeps you here at Arbor Acres?
The supportive environment, and the fact that there's always someone willing to help or answer my questions. Shout-out to Anna McLaughlin (Nurse Manager) and Suzanne Dieffenderfer (LPN Lead) for all their help in orienting me and continuing to orient me. I also feel like I work with a great group of night shift staff! The nurses and nursing assistants who work nights are always willing to help me, and one another if we need it.
I have worked all over the world, from Quebec, Canada to Niger, West Africa, and many years in the States in geriatrics, hospice, and even a maximum security prison hospital in Raleigh. I can honestly say that, outside my time in West Africa (which I loved), Arbor Acres is the best place I have worked.
5. What is your favorite moment at Arbor Acres so far?
My personal life is very busy; I am a foster-adoptive mom, a new grandmother, a caregiver to my parents, an aunt of many (including two nieces who live with me), and a chicken farmer and gardener! So, there is little time for me to take time out and celebrate. But, one of our nursing assistants here came to me and asked if we could organize a Valentine's Day party for each other. This was definitely one of my favorite times! We all brought dishes and shared them together. Everyone was so appreciative and we got to know one another better. We definitely want to do more of that.
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"I can honestly say that, outside my time in West Africa, Arbor Acres is the best place I have worked." |
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Camel travel in Niamey, Niger |
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Friends in Community Health Work, West Africa |
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My Inuit friend in the remote Nunavik region of Quebec |
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Whale watching in windy Tadoussac, Quebec |
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Our new family through foster/adopt of Forsyth County in 2008.
Our sons and loves of our lives, Nicolas and Isaac.
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From left to right: Angela Jackson, Johana Vasquez, Julie Calhoun, Tamaar Hairston, Latilia Wilson
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ARTIST:
Artistry • Reverence • Talent • Innovation • Service • Truth
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innovation noun
- I find better ways to work.
- I am open to change and appreciate constructive feedback.
- I make suggestions for improvements.
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In memory of beloved resident Joann Sprink, who was loved by all at Arbor Acres. Pictured with Eric Angus (Housekeeping Utility) on March 14, 2024.
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By Kathryn Sears, Senior Director of Talent Arts |
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These are your employee benefits that are no cost to you!
🍊 Free Meals: The employee meal window in Fitzgerald is now serving the same meals for all shifts! You can always check the menu on Artist Central. If the entrée, salads, and soup isn't to your taste, you can always bring a meal from home.
Buying lunch daily or even preparing your own lunch usually costs between $5 - 10. Even on the low side, that is $1,300 per year that you could be saving at the employee meal window!
🙏 Chaplains Who Offer Advice and Guidance During Hard Times: Our wonderful chaplains, Bert Sanders and Mary Beth Beck-Henderson, are here to serve the spiritual and emotional needs of our Artists too. Knowing that you have someone to listen and support you during difficult times is a priceless thing.
🏊♀️ Wellness Center Gym & Pools: Get to know Heidi Day, our Fitness Coordinator, and explore the Wellness Center in Corpening! Normally, you would have to sign up for a gym membership to get fit. Here at Arbor Acres, you can go to the Wellness Center during breaks, lunches or before or after your workday. It is open to all employees.
If you want to take advantage of free access to the gym, make sure you fill out the release waiver and get with Heidi (ext. 1227) for a brief orientation.
💰 403(b) Retirement Plan Match: Very few companies match 403(b) contributions at 200%. Essentially, by setting aside money for your retirement, you are automatically doubling that money (up to 6% salary).
If you participate in the Arbor Acres’ 403(b), the company contributions become yours at 20% a year over a five-year period. This is a great way to make an impact on your retirement savings.
🧬 Company-Paid Life Insurance (full-time Artists): Arbor Acres pays for life insurance at two times your salary, up to $200,000 (after 30 days of employment and based on terms of benefit).
♿ Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (full-time Artists): This is an invaluable benefit that will pay a portion of your salary if you are out of work for a non-work related injury or illness. (After 1 year and based on terms of benefit.)
🩺 Artist Clinic (for those with health insurance through Arbor Acres): Free visits with a provider, nurse or counselor. The Artist Clinic is located on the first floor of Womble, across from the residents' clinic.
Remember, working at Arbor Acres grants you a long list of benefits and services. If you ever have a question or need support, feel free to contact Talent Arts!
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Talent Arts Office:
801 Fountain Hill Rd
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5 PM
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Alicia Carter (Talent Arts Manager for Nursing & Home Care):
1st floor Asbury Place
Monday, 6 AM - 2:30 PM
Tuesday, 8 AM - 4:30 PM
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Thank you for being part of the Arbor Acres family!
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Daisy Ayona-Bello - 2 years
Shaylin Belain - 1 year
Darrell Carpenter - 3 years
Makiyah Carter - 1 year
Bill Cofer - 23 years
Shakella Dobson - 1 year
Summer Durham - 9 years
Rhonda Franklin - 3 years
Tomeaka George - 2 years
Chris Gibson - 23 years
Ali Gilmartin - 6 years
Josue Gonzalez - 2 years
Jerenetta Hackett - 8 years
Tashiya Hairston - 1 year
Terry Hairston - 3 years
Annie Lawson - 16 years
Dawn Mabe - 5 years
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Olivia Mabe - 1 year
Fredricka Martin - 5 years
Brenda McCormick - 7 years
Brittany Mitchell - 11 years
Luzgarda Nevarez - 6 years
Lynn Parker - 20 years
Selena Perez Chino - 1 year
Esther Regis Frederick - 1 year
Emilia Rico-Jasso - 1 year
Kayla Santana - 1 year
Julie Sennema - 5 years
Tamia Shields - 1 year
Sandra Thomas - 9 years
Tonya Walker - 17 years
Angelia White - 12 years
Tamala White - 5 years
Celestine Wilds - 2 years
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"Through excellence, innovation, caring, and beauty, Arbor Acres cultivates community, comfort, and well-being for Senior Adults." |
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1240 Arbor Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27104 | 866.658.2724 | 336.724.7921 | hr@arboracres.org
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