May 2021 bring us new happiness, new goals, new achievements, and new inspirations. May we continue taking care of our clients and families by promoting health, safety, and well-being. Have a Happy New Year!
- Your Senior Helpers Santa Barbara Office Team
Mike, Liah, Elena, Emalee
Caregiver of the Quarter
Congratulations Amada Ferrel!
The Caregiver of the Quarter is an individual who exemplifies extraordinary commitment to their clients. They practice empathy and respect while improving their client’s quality of life. They are team players who are extremely reliable and cover shifts when they are able. They must be employed with Senior Helpers for a minimum of 6 months and be current with all trainings and expirations. The Caregiver of the Quarter receives a $50 gift card and is put up on the wall of fame in the office.
Amada is Caregiver of the Quarter for October, November, and December of 2020. She has been an extraordinary caregiver for us, working almost 4,500 hours in almost two years with Senior Helpers. Amada has been a loyal and responsible caregiver; she is consistent, reliable, and always on time. She is well-liked by coworkers, becoming a wonderful asset to any team she joins. Amada is focused and stays calm in stressful situations, concentrating on the client’s safety and happiness before all else. Clients and their families look forward to having Amada on shift due to her dedication and commitment to the client, and continue to request her back time and time again.
Amada moved to Santa Barbara from Los Angeles twenty-six years ago with her three children, and has not looked back since. Amada raised her two daughters and one son all on her own, and loves seeing the wonderful people they have become. In her spare time, Amada loves to read mystery books and spend time with her two grandchildren, aged 9 and 11, who she loves dearly.
Amada got into caregiving because her daughter, a nurse/CNA, encouraged her to do so. Her daughter knew how much Amada loved helping others, especially the elderly. We’re thankful that Amada followed this path and began her caregiving career with us here at Senior Helpers!
Handbooks
2021 Employee Handbooks have been emailed out to you. You will need to sign a Confirmation of Receipt by January 31st, 2021. These sheets have been sent out over SignNow. All you have to do is input the Signature box, Print Name box, and date it! If you're unable to use SignNow, or would prefer to do a handwritten copy, please let Emalee know so she can organize a time for you to come in.
What changed?
In this year's handbook, we now have a Communicable Disease Policy starting on Page 56. This appendix covers any communicable illness that poses a credible threat of transmission in our workplace, including, but not limited to: Ebola Virus, Swine Flu, COVID-19, Active TB (tuberculosis), Avian Flu, Measles, Chicken Pox, or MRSA Staph Infection. This section goes over Caregiver responsibilities with Communicable Diseases, answers questions on what to do in the case of possible exposure, when you can return to work after exposure or positive diagnosis, and other great information!
Birthdays
Happy Birthday to our many January Birthdays!
Hilda Gonzalez, 1/1
Julie Clyde, 1/12
Debra Trauntvein, 1/13
Shea Shehee, 1/17
Laurel Allen, 1/19
Ruth Blaylock, 1/20
Elvira Moreno De Luna, 1/25
Liah Ramirez, 1/28
And an early birthday to Baby Boy Workman, who is expected this month!
W2s
Attention Caregivers: 2020 w2's will be mailed to your home (or the address you have paychecks sent to) by January 31st, 2021. The envelope will not be from Senior Helpers, but from our payroll provider. If you have not received your w2 by February 1st, 2021 please let someone in the office know so we can get one to you.
Thank You
We want to thank all the caregivers for their hard work and dedication to the clients and Senior Helpers. Your work does not go unnoticed. Due to our wonderful caregivers, Senior Helpers was recognized as a Top National At-Home Care Employer on Fortune's Best Workplaces for Aging Services! This is a huge honor and it would not be possible without our wonderful staff.
COVID-19
As COVID-19 rates are going up in Santa Barbara County, Senior Helpers felt we needed to take greater precautions to protect our clients and caregivers. To do this we began daily symptom and temperature checks with caregivers before the start of their workday. We greatly appreciate the cooperation with this and the effort everyone is taking in keeping us safe. Keep it up!
COVID-19 Sick Pay
You are entitled to take leave related to COVID-19 if you are unable to work because:
1. is subject to a Federal, State, or local quarantine or isolation order related to COVID-19
2. has been advised by a health care provider to self-quarantine related to COVID-19
3. is experiencing COVID-19 Symptoms and is seeking a medical diagnosis
4. is caring for an individual subject to an order described in (1) or self-quarantine as described in (2)
5. is caring for his or her child whose school or place of care is closed (or child care provider is unavailable) due to COVID-19 related reasons; or
6. is experiencing any other substantially similar condition specified by the U.S. department of Health and Human Services
Garlic Butter Baked Salmon
This salmon recipe is made on one pan with roasted potatoes, asparagus, and a garlic butter sauce! It’s easy to make with minimal ingredients. Salmon is a protective antioxidant, a great source of protein, and full of vitamins and minerals.
2 tablespoons dry white wine (or sub with ¼ cup low sodium chicken broth)
1 lemon sliced to garnish
Directions
Heat oven to 400˚F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss together potatoes with the oil, ½ tablespoon of garlic, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Spread out in an even layer and roast for 15 minutes until they’re just starting to soften and brown.
Push potatoes to one side of the sheet pan and arrange salmon down the center. Rub salmon evenly with 1 ½ tablespoons of the minced garlic and 2 tablespoons of parsley. Add the asparagus to the other side of the pan.
Combine ¼ cup of lemon juice and ¼ cup of the melted butter together and pur the mixture over the salmon and asparagus. Season everything with the remaining salt and pepper.
Return to oven and continue baking until the potatoes are golden and fork-tender and the salmon is opaque throughout (about 10 minutes) Optional: broil in the last two minutes for charred edges.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the remaining butter, garlic and lemon juice with the wine (or chicken stock). Serve with the salmon, veggies, and lemon slices!
Salmon can be a bit intimidating to make, but this recipe is easy to follow and turns out perfect every time. Enjoy something new and tasty in 2021!
Across
2. Fortune named us ___ in Aging Services
5. the foundation of our success
6. caregivers use to keep track of your day
7. Caregiver of the October, November, December 2020 Quarter
Down
1.best city ever!
3. program designed by Teepa Snow idenitifying stages of Dementia
4. client services manager
Santa Barbara; 2. Best Place to Work; 3. Senior Gems; 4. Liah; 5. Caregivers; 6. Daily Logs; 7. Amada
Senior Helpers Fasth, 1900 State Street Suite B, Santa Barbara, California 93101
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