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Proudly serving the communities of Babbitt, Brainerd, Burnsville, Cook, Duluth, Ely, Eveleth, Grand Rapids, Metro/Faribault, Orr, Rochester, St. Cloud, Silver Bay and Willmar

August is National Immunization Awareness Month

Immunizations are not just for kids. All adults should get vaccines to protect their health. Even healthy adults can become seriously ill, and can pass cer-tain illnesses on to others. Immunization is especially important for adults 60 years of age and older, and for those who have a chronic condition such as asthma, COPD, diabetes or heart disease.

Immunization is also important for anyone who is in close contact with the very young, the very old, people with weakened immune systems, and those who cannot be vaccinated.

All adults should get:

Influenza (flu) vaccine: Each year to protect against the seasonal flu. Td or Tdap: Every adult should get the Tdap vaccine once if they did not receive it as an adolescent to protect against pertussis (whooping cough), and then a Td (tetanus, diphtheria) booster shot every 10 years. In addition, women are also recommended to get the Tdap vaccine each time they are pregnant, preferably at 27 through 36 weeks.

The need for other adult vaccines such as shingles, pneumococcal, hepatitis, HPV depends on ones age, occupation, travel, health status, and other risk factors. Visit www.nphic.org/niam for more information.

Spectrum offers flu shots to all employees in the fall, notice will be given when they are available.

Eveleth/Virginia Office 2000 Siegel Blvd

Eveleth, MN 55734

218-741-3013

FAX: 218-741-1448

Twin Cities Office 6205 Crossman Lane

Inver Grove Heights, MN

55076

651-451-0569

FAX: 651-455-1179

www.spectrumhealthcos.com

Jane has been a resident at St. Cloud Carefree Living for 11 years.

Residents, families and staff enjoyed an Antique Car Show on

July 18, 2014.

It is now August. Hard to believe another summer will soon come to an end.

Following my June newsletter arti-cle regarding employee engage-ment and the affect disengaged employees have on their co-workers, customers and to the organization, each branch and housing community had the opportunity to partici-pate in a listening session. Based on the feedback received, we will look for themes on a site and com-pany wide basis to enhance programs, policies and training opportunities for employees, supervisors, residents and clients.

Additionally, throughout August and September, we will complete client and resident satisfaction surveys in each of our branch and housing communities. No matter your role, each of you can directly impact satisfaction levels by maintaining high personal and professional standards as outlined in our core values of Integrity, Commitment, and Excellence!

As summer winds down, I want to remind you that there is still time to take advantage of the cabin up in Ely at our Lakeside property. Contact the main Eveleth office for availability and further infor-mation. This is just one way we are able to pass our appreciation on to you, through the free use of this lodging.

Thank you all for your continued dedication and commitment to the clients and residents you serve. Each of you helps us to sustain operations and pro-vide excellent services to those we care for. Our high level of customer satisfaction and operational achievements would not be possible without our Home Care, Assisted Living and Corporate staff. You make the difference.

Merle

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MESSAGE FROM THE OWNER / CEO

Cook CFL Mickaela Whiteside

Ashley Sarazine

St. Cloud CFL Johnna Listul

Samantha Burke

Orr CFL Rachel Land

Kenda Benner

Brainerd CFL Mary Miller

Rachel Altendahl Michelle Anderson Megan Haverkamp

Burnsville CFL Marie Abena

Brittany Reilly Janet Nyamongo

Jeanne Condo

Brainerd HC Paula Mackey

Metro HC

Elizabeth Morley

Rochester HC Rebecca Murry

Merle Sampson

Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort.

Paul J. Meyer

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Spectrum strives to maintain a workplace environment that is well functioning and free from unnecessary distractions. As part of that effort, all employees are expected to exercise appropriate judgment with regard to personal appearance, dress and grooming to be most effective in the performance of their workplace duties. Managers or supervisors may determine and enforce guidelines for workplace-appropriate attire and grooming.

As a reminder: All clothing must be clean, neat and in good shape without holes or stains Shorts, skirts and dresses must be no shorter than 3 inches above the knee Pants cannot be dragging on the floor or have holes/fringes Low cut or off the shoulder tops, spaghetti strap tanks or halter tops are not permitted T-shirts or sweatshirts with logos or writing that may be offensive or inappropriate are not allowed

Any staff member who does not meet the attire or grooming standards will be subject to corrective action and may be asked to leave the premises to change clothing without compensation for time missed. Any questions about attire should be discussed with your immediate supervisor.

Spectrum continues to offer a FREE, confidential EAP:

www.Lincoln4Benefits.com www.GuidanceResources.com

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GuidanceResources Online is organized to provide specific, easy-to-access information, services and tools:

Health & Wellness: Find information on addiction, fitness and nutrition, physical and mental health, pregnancy and more.

Family & Relationships: Explore topics such as parenting and relationships, child and elder care, and having or adopting a child.

Work & Education: Read about choosing schools, balancing your work and personal life, furthering your career and more.

Money & Investments: Get the bottom line on personal finance, debt, taxes, estate planning and other money matters.

Law & Regulation: Brush up on family, consumer, criminal and personal-injury law, as well as the legal aspects of real estate, tax, insurance and bankruptcy.

Consumer & Leisure: Browse information about planning a trip, throwing an event, troubleshooting your computer, caring for your pet, shopping and more.

Home & Auto: Find out what to do before you improve, buy or sell a home, plan a move, or buy or sell your car.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

THANK YOU THE KITCHEN STAFF

We have one month behind us now, and no major problems have come to cause me any great concern. I

must admit that I was very concerned coming here. The end results from getting wheat in my diet are no

fun. Even just the dust of flour in the air can cause me big time problems. I am so thankful for the way you

all have worked to make my stay here as enjoyable as it has been. I have no complaints with the food or

service; I thank you all for the work that you are putting into my stay here. I realize that my diet is a real

burr under the saddle and can cause pressure points which can lead to big time feuds. I hope not, Ill be

doing my best to keep the air breathable. AGAIN I SAY THANK YOU TO THE KITCHEN STAFF.

Emil Bartel

This letter was written by a Brainerd CFL resident. What a great example of exceeding client expectations and adapting to changing needs!

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SPECTRUM (S)MILES UPDATE

Congratulations to: Glenda Aijala, Irene Ateka, Taylor Bakk, Melissa Beaune, Sara Brandt, Monika Brown, Cindy Calkins-Johnson, Dawn Carlson, Kathy Celley, Amy Consoer, Rochelle Crow, Julie Hogan, Heather Hyde, Chelsie Kennedy, Rutha King, Michelle Kosnitch, Jake Kraft, Deb Lenzen, Corissa Lin-dell, Sue Miller, Connie Nelson, Callie Nynas, Cory Nynas, Bobbi O'Brien, Ashley Penoncello, Robin Pliml, Shandy Potes-Mangra, Jeannine Ruuska, Mary Scofield, Nicole Shusta, Alicia Sobrya, Liz Thom, Megan Timm, Wendy Varey, Barb Wilson, Deb Zillmer, Shannon Zupancich who received recogni-tion from their supervisors or co-workers for going above and be-yond their day-to-day duties. These individuals will receive points that can be applied towards Spectrum merchandise shown in the Spectrum (S)Miles catalog. To recognize someone for their outstand-ing contributions, request a Spectrum (S)Miles recognition form from your branch office or obtain one from a designated location. Hundreds of (S) Miles have been given to deserving Spectrum em-ployees since the program began in 2010.

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Period Ending April 30, 2014

Lost Time Accidents..0 Injury-Related Days Lost this Month......0 Injury-Related Days Lost 2014...........0 Minor injuries Reported 2014..22

Please work safely! Lost-time injuries drive up our cost of providing quality care.

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