pathway spotlightjan 27, 2020 · in her room, or putting them in photo albums. she also collects...

Becky SimpsonCEO, Pathway Enterprises, Inc.

Linda and I met 11 years ago when she interviewed me for my job. She introduced me to her friends, her fiancé, and her work life. She showed me over a hundred pictures of her friends, her fiancé and staff

she’s worked with throughout the years. Linda loves her home, her roommates, and her work. She proudly states that she has been part of Pathway for over 18 years. In that time period she has had three of the same roommates, and they all consider each other family.

Seven years ago Linda and her fiancé, Steven, chose to get married in a local park. We helped her plan the event and my husband and I were very honored to be chosen to participate. I was a bridesmaid, and Rick walked Linda down the aisle. It was a beautiful day, and Linda and Steven were surrounded by many friends who helped celebrate the momentous event.

Linda loves her job as a custodian for DHS. She enjoys her co-workers and her job coach, Michael. She says they all work together to get the job done. She likes working because it’s something to do, she gets paid, and she really loves the work!

Linda has a few hobbies that stand out. One is her love of photography. She loves taking pictures of people, printing and framing them, then hanging them in her room, or putting them in photo albums. She also collects Mini Coopers. This is a play on her name, and she chuckles as she talks about the various sizes and colors of her Mini Coopers.

Thank you, Linda, for your wonderful friendship!

Pathway Enterprises, Inc.

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adults with disabilities are

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Pathway Spotlight

Quarterly NewsletterIssue 27 | January 2020

2 | Pathway Enterprises, Inc. Quarterly Newsletter, Issue 27 January 2020

Floors and floor coatings, painting, windows, striping, and power washing--we do that! It’s interior paint season!

Please refer your friends and family to Pathway’s new contracting web site:

www.pei-contracting.com

In this issue...Employment and CEC updates page 3Holiday fun page 4Birthdays page 5Blood drive page 6

Contract Services UpdateRick Simpson, Director

DON’T FORGET TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ALL OF THESE GREAT BENEFITS!

In addition to Moda Group Health benefits and Paid Time Off, eligible Pathway Employees are offered a variety of additional benefits including:

• Access to MyModa, including ‘Quit for Life’ smoking cessation support

• Employee Referral Bonus $$$

• Mercy Flights Membership

• Short Term Disability

• Life Insurance

• Aflac BenExtend for all family members

• Employee Assistance Program

• Competency-based Career Path

• Monthly “Perfect 6” Recognition

• 50% Off Membership at the Medford YMCA

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Dependent Care FSA/Medical Care FSA

• Tuition Reimbursement

SEE YOUR EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK, SUPERVISOR, OR HUMAN RESOURCES FOR MORE INFO!

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You can also “donate now” online at www.pathway-inc.org/how-to-donate

Pathway Admin office will be closed in observance of the following holidays:MLK Day, Monday, January 20, 2020

Presidents Day, Monday, February 17, 2020


As the New Year is upon us I’m sure many are assessing their goals for 2020. For many people that goal is to get a job. Finding out what your passions, strengths and abilities are. What you would bring to the workforce, and what contributing to your community would bring to your life. We often hear the misconception of how going to work may impact someone’s benefits. We hear the negatives of having a job and lose focus on all the positive aspects working brings to our purpose, connection and self-worth. Work is so important for everyone; as an organization we strive to find successful job placements so people can experience earning and income, working as a team, making friends, receiving feedback, learning to navigate pub-lic transportation, learning how to improve performance and gain necessary skills to become more independent in their lives. For many, having a job means they earn money to go on their first vacation or move in to their own apartment. You learn the importance of budgeting your money and planning for your future. There are so many resources available to help people go to work and have the necessary support to do it successfully. We want to help you ac-cess these resources and navigate your path. We wish you the best on your employment journey in the New Year and look forward to supporting many of you with achieving your dream of going to work in 2020. Call or Email Pathway’s Job Developer, Kim Larsen, to schedule a Consult, a Discovery Service, or have a conversation about how to begin the job search process! 541-973-2728 [email protected].

Let’s Go To Work! Ali Brown, Director of Community Services

Wow! It is Winter Session already! We are excited to continue our partnership with the Talent Maker City in Talent, OR for our Arts and Crafts class. In our previous session we worked on sewing, screen printing, and hand-work. For our winter collaboration, we will focus on ceramics and painting. The six week course is held onsite at Talent Maker City with an assigned instructor from the community. It is awesome to see the creative outcomes.

Meanwhile, in the Job Development world, we are looking forward to expanding, even more. Currently, we are working with Central Point Police Department, Eagle Point Resort and Golf Course, Creative Supports, Albert-sons, Wild River Pizza, as well as future partnerships with the CDS publications and Quality Fence. It is fantastic to see the smiles on these employers’ faces when they meet their perfect candidate and team member.

Community Education Center and Job Development Updates Kimberly Larsen, CEC Coordinator/Job Developer


Holiday Fun

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Above: The manager/admin holiday party was a great time with food, friends & wacky gifts!

A fantastic turnout for the 2019 Holiday Party! Thanks to Program Manager, Yvonne Ackison, and a crew of folks who decorated, made sure Santa showed up, had great food and drinks, and created many fun activities for everyone!


JanuaryTammy C. 1/01Kaitlyn G. 1/02Linda C. 1/03Jeffrey H. 1/04Marshall G. 1/06Katie L. 1/06Stephanie S. 1/08Brad F. 1/09 Maria N. 1/10Cristofer F. 1/16Haylee R. 1/17Tony D. 1/21Jonathon C. 1/23Justin C. 1/23Rebecca R. 1/25Forrest A. 1/26Michael D. 1/26Kim L. 1/31

FebruaryAngela O. 2/02Tanya S. 2/03Brendan B. 2/06Steven H. 2/09Kandy S. 2/10Dennis D. 2/11Tyler H. 2/19Allison H. 2/19David R. 2/19Kayla S. 2/21Melinda D. 2/24Daniel H. 2/28Kellen L. 2/28

MarchNicole S. 3/03Michael K. 3/04Michael M. 3/04Anna B. 3/06 Fred T. 3/08Steven C. 3/12James K. 3/16Theresa H. 3/21Michelle S. 3/22Jeffrey L. 3/24George B. 3/24Catherine C. 3/27Alesia C. 3/28

The paint crew spent a week at the City of Medford administra-tion building. A new and fresh look for Medford! Painter, Mark Juber.

Area Supervisor, Tom Mullis, and Custodian, Jake Simpson.

Bend Director, Susie Walton, and Shanin enjoy visiting the animals at the Bend Humane Society.


(BPT) - Sitting is nearly impossible to avoid. Whether during your daily commute, working hard at your desk or watching your favorite TV show on the couch, sitting can provide relief and give you the opportunity to relax.However, sitting for a long period of time can lead to some adverse health effects, besides just pain or dis-comfort.While sitting may be one of our favorite positions, the following tips will help you diminish the harmful, but common, side effects of sitting and highlight how to give your backside the break it deserves.1. Move bad posture out of the waySitting down at a desk for eight hours at work each day is common for many professions, in addition to sitting during the commute to the office. For many, this is the preferred position, as one in four employed Americans would not show up to work if they could not sit down the entire time. However, sitting can have significant effects on our backs and spines, causing pain and dis-comfort. To avoid bad posture and a stiff neck or back, take a quick walk around the office, find a longer route to the water cooler or grab a coworker for a few laps around the parking lot during lunch. If your office al-lows it, opt for a standing desk to get you off your butt and onto your feet.

2. Improve poor circulationLet’s face it - we all want to get home, kick off our shoes and get lost in our couch cushions for the rest of the night. However, sitting for too long causes your blood to remain in your feet and lower legs due to lack of movement, causing your body’s circulation to slow down and resulting in numbness and tingling. To break up your sitting marathon, try to perform a few simple bodyweight exercises during commercial breaks or use the time to get up and tidy your living room space.3. Bring the power back to your brainYour physical health isn’t the only thing suffering from sitting - your mental health is affected as well. Sitting for extended periods can slow down brain function, leading to memory loss and a foggy brain feeling. If you’re feeling distracted or can’t seem to accomplish a task at hand, try getting up and going for a quick walk to help improve concentration and keep blood flowing to your brain so the next big idea is right around the corner.These small changes can be beneficial in reducing the negative effects of staying seated for too long. Sitting will inevitably be a part of your day, but by implement-ing these tips, you can give yourself a pat on the back for putting your health first.

Give your backside a break: Tips if you sit for extended periods #PEIHealthyChallenge


Safety First!

The management of Pathway Enterprises, Inc. holds the safety, health, and welfare of our employees in high regard. We constantly strive to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Remember to report any on-the-job injuries or unsafe conditions you observe to your immediate supervisor no later than the end of your daily shift, or as soon as possible following treatment.

Let’s all stay safe so we can better serve the individuals we support!

Board of directors

Sandra H. Crews, Chair Educator, retired

Kristine Allison, Vice Chair Chief of Police, City of Central Point

Toni Hernandez, Secretary Owner Black Rock Coffee Bar and Parent

Wayne Brown Retired Business Owner and Parent

Megan Sandlin Special Education Teacher, Phoenix/Talent High School

Jennifer Horton Administrative Manager, Siskiyou Cascade Resources

C.J. Shipley PayneWest Insurance, Sales Executive/ Commercial Ins.

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SEPTEMBERJamie W.Skye T.Lester S.Eliju J.Kandy S.Brianna E.Amber O.Tom G.Pegi B.

Aaron M.Bradley K.Jacob M.Dawn B.Stephanie S.

OCTOBERLester S.Kayla S.Angie S.

Brian H.Amber O.Tom G.Aaron M.Bradley K.Chelsea T.Dawn B.Crista C.Stephanie S.Brenda A.

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NOVEMBERSkye T.Lester S.Pegi B.Sarah R.Angie S.

Thank you to Program Manager, Margaret Haynes, for her effort to recruit and manage our semi-annual Blood Drive. She works closely with the Red Cross to ensure Pathway provides a much needed blood supply.

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