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Mid-Willamette Valley Monthly Marketing Update - August 2018
2 weeks ago I had my second knee surgery in 4 months. This one was for my ACL. I am very appreciative that my husband, mom, kiddos, friends, and my staff have been so very very helpful. They have brought me ice packs and meals; become my taxi drivers; helped me get dressed (FYI, only family on the dressing assist). I do NOT like asking for help, and I do NOT like this feeling of dependence. Right now, I am dependent on the schedules, availability, and
willingness of others. I am thankful for them, but it has made me mindful of the seniors we serve. Remember to truly see the heart of those we serve and those we work with. See the vibrancy, independence, and resourcefulness in others. See their strengths and skills instead of their frailty and impairments. This will be all of us one day, should we be so lucky to have those golden years.
We are in the final 2 weeks to reserve ad space for the next edition of the guide. We pushed the deadline up a bit in order to provide the newest edition in time for a community event at the CHEC Center at Salem Hospital in September. Thank you to all those that support Retirement Connection and allow us to provide the print guide, online event postings, networking opportunities, and release party. Without our sponsors, we would not have any of this. More than advertising, we work to provide collaborative and comprehensive resources.
Senior Service Network (SSN-Linn/Benton) LOCATION MOVED FOR AUGUST MEETING ONLY Brookdale Grand Prairie Independent Living 1929 Grand Prairie Road SE, Albany, 97322 Topic: Dealing with Difficult Family Members
Senior Service Network (SSN-Salem) Salem Hospital Creekside Dining Overflow- first floor 890 Oak St SE, Salem, 97301 Topic: VA Aid & Attendance Benefits
Portland/Vancouver Retirement Connection Sponsor Breakfast Providence St. Vincent Medical Center (Souther Classroom) 9205 SW Barnes Rd, Portland, 97225 RSVP
On The Move
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Additional Resources
There are so many resources included in Retirement Connection, that often a few may slip past you and may not be noticed. Did you know that the guide also includes:
“Just because people don’t work traditional hours; Doesn’t mean they don’t work hard
hours.” — Amy Schmidt
Sometimes our work schedules are dictated to us by the type of work, coordination with co-workers, or customer needs. Today's workplace is different than 20 years ago before smartphones, when television went off the air at midnight, and most stores were closed by 8pm. We live in a 24/7 world. With 4 generations in the workplace today, be mindful of the changing times- If the job is getting done well and on deadline- then good job. Thank your team!
The following positions have been posted in the last month. (Some position are outside the Mid-Willamette Valley area)
Care Staff Coordinator Home Health Occupational Therapist Transportation Coordinator Senior Housing & Care Coordinator Client Care Coordinator Travel Trainer Care Manager Nurse Case Manager
Apply or submit new positions online through Retirement Connection's Job Board.
