The COVID-19 Vaccine is here! Our employees have been classified in the 1A category and are included in the first group of eligibility. We are working with the local Health Departments to coordinate and will let you know as soon as we have more information. We look forward to being able to offer this vaccine to protect our employees from the COVID-19 coronavirus. Please watch your email for more information!

It is once again open enrollment for the  401(k) profit sharing retirement program. Eligible employees are those who have been employed by the company a minimum of 365 days and have worked at least 1000 hours in the preceding twelve-month qualifying period. Packets have been mailed to eligible employees. If you feel you met the requirements and have not received a notice, please contact JoAnne Martinez . Deadline for enrollment is Friday, January 22, 2020.

Topic: Strokes and Seizures

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!

Doreen W. 21 years - Outstanding!

Roxana C. 7 years

Stacy B. 6 years

Dianna S. 4 years

Lina H. 3 years

Yuriko M. 3 years

Crystal R. 1 year

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Monday, January 18

This year, more than ever, we invite you along with us, to take a moment to reflect and honor Dr. King, recognizing the work that he did to further the cause of all minorities and marginalized peoples. He was a man devoted to service. We know that you all serve others daily, as in-home caregivers and we are grateful for your service. Americorps has a great website with other ideas of how you can honor Dr. King and serve your community, even during COVID restrictions. Click here for more info.

If you are looking for great book suggestions on this subject for children or adults, check out this article we found. If you like to read, you may want to add some of these to your book list or read with a younger child who may still be doing school from home.

You will soon receive your W-2 in the mail. If you have moved in the past year, this is your last chance to make sure that we have your current mailing address so that your w2 reaches you! W2's will be mailed out prior by January 31. If you have updates or questions please contact Mychael, our payroll specialist.

Congratulations

to Advanced Health Care employee, Brian K.,

who received his NAC credential last month!

It's official - he is now a CNA. Enjoy your pay increase, Brian! Well deserved.

We recognize that many of our caregivers accepting a lot more work than normal. A big THANK YOU is owed to each of you who have accepted more shifts, done a fill in, taken on a new client, or relieved a co-worker who was ill. We could not meet our current clients' needs or grow this past year without you!

We are in the process of bringing more caregivers on board from the graduating ProCare classes and from other sources. If you know of a CNA or NAR looking for employment, please tell them we are hiring and make sure they mention that YOU REFERRED them. We would love to add the extra $200 referral bonus to your paycheck after they are hired!

Employee Recognition: What Clients Are Saying About You

Tanika F. "I only have one caregiver right now. She's new, but she's picking things up and taking initiative. She is everything that I expect. I like her."

Rose, daughter of a client

Hailee D. "This one is matched perfectly. She is friendly and takes an interest in what the client wants to do. She comes, gets organized, does her chores, and then spends time conversing with him or whatever they want to do that day."

Cathy, wife of client

Jasmine L. "Anytime I ask my caregiver to do anything for me, she does. She shops, cleans and is always on time.

Mr. N., client

Roxana C. and Molly H. "The caregivers I have now are totally awesome. I have two girls working. They take excellent care of me. Everyone is doing their part. They help me with a meal any chance they can. I am going to miss my caregiver if and when she retires."

Mr. S., client

Yuriko M. "The girl that I have is one of the best in the county. She goes above and beyond in all of her services. She has empathy. She is not only a caregiver, she is also a friend. Even my dog likes her."

Mr. D., client

Peter G. "Peter is wonderful. Mr. R. would would not be here without him. He has changed his client's life and I want to keep him for as long as possible."

Keith, client's P.O.A. 

If you are looking for help with meal planning or cooking for yourself or clients, you may want to check out this U.S. Department of Agriculture website called 'MyPlate' (also available in an app for your phone). Click the link below to gain FREE access resources, recipes, quizzes and tools to help make 2021 a healthier, more nutritious year for you!