Inside the Circle – September 27, 2022

September 30 is Truth and Reconciliation Day, where we recognize the ongoing trauma caused by residential day schools, while also remembering those who were lost, survivors of the schools, and the families impacted.

This National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, explore the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences, and stories of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Click on the button below to learn more.

Our Annual Report showcases stories about our clients and the ways that we are assisting them with living healthier and happier lives at home and in the community.

It also features a letter to the community from our CEO Carey Lucki and interim Board Chair Stephen Pustil, as well as highlighting our financials from the previous fiscal year.

As we head into flu season, here are some reminders about healthy habits to prevent getting, and spreading the flu. The best way to prevent the flu is to get a vaccination against the virus. The flu vaccine is different every year, so getting the flu shot annually is important. Flu shots are anticipated to be available starting in the next few weeks.

Other best practices include:

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid others when you yourself are sick, including staying home from school or work.
• Practice good hand hygiene by washing hands frequently and avoiding touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when sneezing or coughing.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, especially when someone is ill.
• Get plenty of sleep.
• Drink lots of fluids.
• Eat nutritious food.
• Manage stress levels.

Have you activated your Applause account yet? Sign up to receive 500 points for activating your account and another 500 points for giving out your first recognition. During the month of September, you’ll be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a prize! We will announce one winner each week up until October.

If you have any questions about Applause, please reach out to our HR team at HRDept@circleofcare.com.

This week’s winner:

• Annissa Kishore, Service Coordinator

Winners will be contacted by a member of the Human Resources Department.

SEPTEMBER

September is World Alzheimer’s Month

• Sept 22: Applause Lunch & Learning; First Day of Autumn
• Sept 25-27: Rosh Hashanah
• Sept 28: Circle of Care In-Person PSW Hiring Event
• Sept 30: Truth and Reconciliation Day

OCTOBER

October is Community Support Month

• Oct 1: International Day of Older Persons
• Oct 3-7: Meals on Wheels Week
• Oct 3-9: Active Aging Week
• Oct 4-5: Yom Kippur