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February 2014 Newsletter
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F E B R U A R Y 2 0 1 4
S P E C T R U M H E A L T H
C O M P A N I E S
Proudly serving the communities of Babbitt, Brainerd, Burnsville, Cook, Duluth, Ely, Eveleth,
Grand Rapids, Metro/Faribault, Orr, Rochester, St. Cloud, Silver Bay and Willmar.
H O R I Z O N SH O R I Z O N SH O R I Z O N S
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
Do you have a story to share, or know of a specific client or
employee that stands out? We want to hear about it!
Contact: humanresources @spectrumchealth.com
Submitted by Diane Serena, Assisted Living Manager
Our first year is now behind us. We’ve been so fortunate since opening January 2013. Right off the bat our census grew rapidly and within the first two weeks we were taking an average of two residents per day. We currently have 35 residents. Over the year our facility staff has joined in support of families and friends in
both happy and sad times as part of the circle of life. We have celebrated the birth of new grandchildren and grieved the loss of loved ones. We like to believe that when a resident moves in they are adopted and our family grows.
We like to celebrate occasions often in Babbitt; we have had par-ties for St. Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Fourth of July, Christ-mas as well as monthly birthday parties with music. Throughout the month of December we also had a Christmas tea, a bell choir perform, a play, a visit from Santa and a group of children from the Tower-Soudan School stop by to sing carols in honor of one of our residents (who was a teacher at their school).
At Babbitt CFL we are very fortunate to have a large volunteer base to call upon; they come weekly to play bingo and also to help support our events and activities. We are very grateful for the hydraulic lift the Babbitt Lions Club purchased to help residents remain in the community they lived and worked in. It has been a very busy worthwhile year, we have all been blessed by what we do and have received back more than what we have given.
Spectrum Announces Partnership With Rasmussen College Tuition Discount Available For All Employees
In partnership with Rasmussen College, new and existing students are now eligible for a 10% dis-count on tuition just for being an employee. Rasmussen College offers on-campus and online courses, in addition to partnerships with other reputable colleges. For more details, call 855-3-RAS-BENEFIT or visit Rasmussen.edu/rasbenefit Spectrum also continues to offer a scholarship loan program for qualified employees. Email [email protected] for more details.
Here are just a few of the valuable benefits available to you as part of this program:
- Reduced Tuition. Up to 10% tuition discount at
Rasmussen College
- Accelerated Partner Success Grant. Eligible
for our $2,000 Partner Success Grant
- Seamless Transfer Policies. Maximize your credit transfer and minimize your time to gradua-
tion.
- Student Support. Take advantage of our com-prehensive network of student support services- available to you at no cost- customized to help
you succeed.
- Flexible Learning Options. Day, evening, and fully-online classes help you balance work, family,
and school.
- Experienced Financial Services Advisors. Work one-on-one with your advisor to complete your financial aid application and learn about tui-
tion, loans, grants and scholarship opportunities.
Merle Sampson
H o r i z o n s — P a g e 2
This purpose is our vision… a vision of what
we want to be, and that is The Very Best!
In order to be the best, we need to hire the
best. As part of our commitment to continuing
education and professional development,
Spectrum has recently announced a partner-
ship with Rasmussen College. This partnership
will allow students to access advanced degrees
at 10% of the tuition cost. In addition,
Spectrum continues to offer a scholarship loan
program for qualified programs and employ-
ees.
As we welcome new employees to our organi-
zation, in Orr or our various housing and home
care settings, please do you part in reinforcing
our mission and values. Each of you plays a
vital role in ensuring we provide the highest
level of customer service to our clients,
families and co-workers.
As an individual or as a team, we are able to
make a difference. I appreciate your contribu-
tions to the organization and to those we serve.
Merle
MESSAGE FROM THE OWNMESSAGE FROM THE OWNMESSAGE FROM THE OWNER / CEO, MERLE SAMPSONER / CEO, MERLE SAMPSONER / CEO, MERLE SAMPSON
New Hires*New Hires*New Hires*
Corporate
Kris Neff
Eveleth HC
Ann Mongare
Mykayla Johnson
Grand Rapids
Melissa Eisenbraun
Willmar
Kari Magnuson
Saint Cloud CFL
Brianna Born
Tamara Donarski
Erin Elkins
Michelle Schwartz
Connie Helgeson
Brainerd CFL
Cassandra Gerdes
Orr CFL
Gayle Shoemaker
Amanda Mantovani
Sarah Rutar
Shannon Woodworth
Silver Bay CFL
Jade Stankey
Katie Bonner
Keri Goutermont
Cathleen Jasperson
Cook CFL
Molly Wilenius
Callista Nynas
Bobbi O’brien
Timothy Rowell
*Through January 31, 2014
Spectrum’s Core Purpose and Values
When you look at our core purpose and values,
they should look familiar. Each branch, housing
and corporate location has posters of these, as
well as our mission statement. If you work for
Spectrum Health Companies, whether at a home-
care branch, in a Carefree Living site or at a cor-
porate office, you have chosen to work for a
company that wants to be the best. Having em-
ployees who truly believe and are committed to
our core values and mission is key to achieving
our purpose, and future success.
Our purpose is to be known as the best
provider of community-based housing and
health care products and services in Minnesota.
What is the reason of our purpose? Our purpose
tells both those of us inside the organization and
others outside the company, what we wish to
accomplish through our mission. For instance,
part of our mission says we are a client-oriented
provider of quality, affordable housing and
health care products and services. Our purpose
then tells what we wish to accomplish while pro
viding clients with housing and related services.
Employment AnniversariesEmployment AnniversariesEmployment Anniversaries
Corporate Kathy Madzey 13 years
Grand Rapids HC May Edel 1 year
Eveleth HC Jacki-Lou Wilsey 9 years Debra Fremling 7 years
Ely HC Kathryn Jarve 7 years
Metro HC Joann Kuball 14 years
Catherine Barry 6 years
Rochester HC
Pamela Trebtoske 15 years
Ely CFL Susan Leino 4 years
Yvonne Morrison 1 year
Saint Cloud CFL Patricia Greenwell 6 years
Cook CFL Robin Pliml 4 years
Heather Hyde 1 year
Brainerd CFL Beverly Sharp 5 years
Sara Berry 5 years
Babbitt CFL Erica Gorecki 4 years
Silver Bay CFL Stacey Harvey 1 year
Burnsville CFL Alice Brown 8 years
Sandra Forbes 5 years Jane Mutimba 3 years
Mimi Afonso 1 year Gelila Abayneh 1 year
If You Think … Then Consider …
“I don’t make enough money.”
Tax savings. Your contribution is taken out before taxes, so the amount you pay taxes on is lower.
“I’m too young to worry about it right now; time is on my side.”
The magic of compounding. When you give your money more time to accumulate, the earnings on your investments—and the annual compounding of those earnings—can make a big difference in your final return.
“I’m too old, it’s too late.” It’s never too late. If you’re 50 years old or older, you can contribute a catch-up deferral ($5,500). You still have time to put your money to work for you.
“Stocks, bonds … it’s too confusing!”
There is an easier way! Your plan may have the option to invest your money in a “pre-set” asset allocation or lifestyle model that takes into account your expected retirement date or age. It’s a “set it and forget it” approach and works well for the less sophisticated investor.
“I’ll still have my Social Security.”
Don’t count on it. A dwindling workforce means fewer tax dollars down the road. In just a few years there will be 2 workers per every 1 retiree.
“I just don’t know how to get started.”
Help is available. Understanding how to begin saving for retirement might be overwhelming, but it’s easier than you think. Contact human resources for an enrollment form. Or, contact our retirement plan consultant, Christensen Group, at 952.653.1077 for more information.
H o r i z o n s — P a g e 3
1ST QUA1ST QUARTER AND RTER AND
ANNUAL CEU’S DUEANNUAL CEU’S DUE
spectrumchealth.training.reliaslearning.com
We are now using Relias Learning to distribute CEU’s. Please sign in using your Employee ID as your username and last name as your password.
Reminder to all staff that CEU's are an ongoing requirement of employment.
*Please complete assigned programs in a timely manner.*
A meeting was held on January 29th in Orr to discuss the new-est Carefree Living facility and meet with community members. Approximately 50 people were in attendance along with several representatives from Spectrum and Carefree Living. An open house will be held at the facility on March 7th from 11:00-1:00.
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Spectrum’s 401K Provider, ING, Changes Name To Voya FinancialSpectrum’s 401K Provider, ING, Changes Name To Voya FinancialSpectrum’s 401K Provider, ING, Changes Name To Voya Financial In April 2013, ING U.S. revealed its future name and brand identity: Voya Financial. ING announced the name prior to May 1, 2013 initial public offering so that we could begin trading under the “VOYA” ticker symbol on the New York Stock Exchange. This year, ING U.S. conducts its operational rebranding. You will begin to see the new name in the market during the second quarter. Until rebranding starts, ING U.S. will operate with its current name and logo. As we conduct this process, you may see both the ING U.S. and Voya Financial names in use between April and September 2014.
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H o r i z o n s — P a g e 4
SSSPECTRUMPECTRUMPECTRUM
(S)M(S)M(S)MILESILESILES UUUPDATEPDATEPDATE Congratulations to: Darcie Anderson, Theresa Archer, Tay-
lor Bakk, Dawn Carlson, Jan Carter, Kathy Celley, Kath-
leen Gabrielson, Kylee Hanninen, Julie Hogan, Heather
Hyde, Jeanne Innis, Deb Kahn, Jennifer Karr, Chelsie Ken-
nedy, Alina Krueth, Debbie Lenzen, Pam Leppanen, Caitlin
Lindberg, Corissa Lindell, Misty Mealy, Cory Nynas, Ash-
ley Penoncello, Kristy Rutchasky, Mary Scofield, Barb Wil-
son and Deb Zillmer who received recognition from their su-pervisors or co-workers for going above and beyond 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 outstanding
contributions, request a Spectrum (S)Miles recognition form
from your branch office or obtain one from a designated loca-
tion. Hundreds of (S) Miles have been given to deserving Spec-
trum employees since the program began in 2010.
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Valid through December 30, 2014. Must present valid work ID or documentation at check-in.
NoticeNoticeNotice Spectrum Health Companies, together with New Horizons Academy, is looking to add a new benefit for employees. New Horizons Academy
focuses on child development, has many locations throughout southern Minnesota and offers quality child care for infant to school age children. New Horizons also offers a variety of enrichment programs, such as sign language, music, and dance programs. If your child/children are currently enrolled at any of the New Horizons locations please contact Spectrum Health Companies Human Resources department at 218-741-3013 or [email protected]. If enough employees are enrolled in this program, we have an opportunity to provide a dis-count to current and future participants.
Period Ending January 31, 2014
Lost Time Accidents…………………………………..0 Injury-Related Days Lost this Month……………......0 Injury-Related Days Lost 2014……………...…........0 Minor injuries Reported 2014………………..……….6
Please work safely! Lost-time injuries drive up our cost of providing quality care.
SAFETY FIRST!SAFETY FIRST!
See your office support person for offer form. You will also receive a $10 reimbursement from Spectrum. You must turn in your receipt by 4/25/14 to receive reimbursement.