May 2023
an internal employee newsletter
A Message From Our CEO
Hello everyone!

I always love this time of year as the grass is growing and turning green and leaves and flowers are starting to bud. It always puts me in a hopeful frame of mind which translates into our work with clients - old and new - and with our partners in our mission as well.

Be sure to meet with your clients in Dayton about shopping on the Mobile Grocery. There are incentives programs for FREE produce for those using their SNAP as well seniors 60 and over. Reach out to Tyler if you have any questions about it, and see the new schedule below.

We have finished up our CSB monitoring in Columbus. We continue to learn ways to improve our performance. Thanks for all your hard work in preparation and look for new ideas and strategies coming soon in response.

Congratulations to all those celebrating anniversaries with Homefull and birthdays this month. Have a great month and thank you for everything you do.

Tina
Mobile Grocery - "On the Road Again" and Kettering Stop!
April marked the start of the Mobile Grocery season as it hit the road in many of our past stops as well as some new places. New places include Canterbury Court, a senior complex in West Carrollton and the Trails of Oak Creek, an affordable housing complex in Kettering.

It borders a few other complexes and is across the street from the former Marc's Grocery Store that closed earlier in the year. The first day there was on April 26th with lots of media coverage and very excited customers and neighbors on hand.

Check out the full schedule and also make sure you sign up all seniors in Montgomery County for the Senior Farmer's Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) that officially starts May 1st. Take advantage of these programs that offer FREE food for your clients.
DEI Focus: May is National Mental Health Month
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Mental Health Month raises awareness of trauma and the impact it can have on the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of children, families, and communities. Mental Health Month was established in 1949 to increase awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness in Americans' lives, and to celebrate recovery from mental illness. Mental health is essential for a person's overall health. Prevention works, treatment is effective, and people can recover from mental disorders and live full and productive lives.

Mental Health Month gives all of us a valuable opportunity to celebrate the tremendous strides this Nation has made in promoting mental health and increasing the public's knowledge that effective services and support are available. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available in English or Spanish. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org
Mental Health Services in Dayton

Eastway Behavioral Healthcare
600 Wayne Ave.
Dayton, OH 45410
(800)496-3776
contact@eastway.org

South Community Mental Health Substance Use
3095 Kettering Blvd.
Moraine, OH 45439
(937)293-8300
Mental Health Services in Columbus

Southeast
16 W. Long St.
Columbus, OH 43215
(614)225-0990

Access Ohio
899 Broad St.
Columbus, OH 43205
(614)396-9333
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islanders this month
Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have contributed significantly to many facets of American culture and society, including science and medicine, literature and art, sports and recreation, government and politics, and activism and law. In 2021, Kamala Harris became the first Asian American Vice President of the United States. Today, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are the fastest growing racial group in the United States. AAPI Heritage Month celebrates the unique journey of all AAPI immigrants and citizens in the United States and their unique life experiences, traditions and cultures.
 
Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. The day, which falls on Friday, May 5 in 2023, is also known as Battle of Puebla Day.
 
Other May 2023 Observances
National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day (7th), National Mental Health Provider Appreciation Day (12th), Mother’s Day (14th), International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (17th), World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development (21st), and Memorial Day (29th). 
Employment News
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Transitions and Moves Announced!

We are excited to announce a newly created role, Deputy Chief Operating Officer. Amy Shaeffer will assume the new position effective immediately. She will provide leadership and supervision to our Directors throughout the organization. She will report to Theresa Nolan, our Chief Operating Officer. Please congratulate her and stay tuned for more details.

We are happy to welcome back two "old" employees in new roles at Homefull. Justin Henderson and Roddy Patterson. Justin is temporarily working with our Columbus services, but will transition soon to a new position with Homefull. Roddy is back managing our SFMNP and grant writing for new projects. Both of their roles are primarily remote. Please welcome these two back when you get a chance.

Reminders

As the weather warms up, please be reminded of Homefull’s dress code policy. While it is considered “business casual,” there are specific guidelines to ensure that we are all dressed to positively represent the agency. Read more.

Current Openings

Check out the new postings and job opportunities with Homefull. Remember if you refer someone who gets hired you qualify for a Referral Bonus!
Let's Celebrate
congratulations on your first work anniversary
Donellin Sims - 1 year
Sherita Smith - 1 year
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Mark Craig - May 9th
Darien Stevenson - May 19th
Leanne Sack - May 20th
Khala Wilson - May 22nd
Andrea Lowe - May 23rd
Renee Beall - May 24th