{"id":10379,"date":"2025-04-21T15:25:46","date_gmt":"2025-04-21T15:25:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/psw.circleofcare.com\/?p=10379"},"modified":"2025-04-21T18:36:51","modified_gmt":"2025-04-21T18:36:51","slug":"inside-the-circle-april-22-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/psw.circleofcare.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/21\/inside-the-circle-april-22-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Inside the Circle &#8211; April 22, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;padding-1-percent&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;5px&#8221; column_border_color=&#8221;#fcaf17&#8243; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><span style=\"color: #000080;\">Highlights from this week<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>New! Dedicated Text Line for CPR Registration, and Upcoming Mask Fit &amp; CPR Sessions<\/li>\n<li>Canada Life Webinar Series: You can Do Hard Things<\/li>\n<li>Earth Day: 5 Easy Ways to Be More Sustainable at Work<\/li>\n<li>Choosing the Right Footwear For Work<\/li>\n<li>Save on Shoes with Our Perkopolis Program<\/li>\n<li>Feeling Off Lately? Take 10 Minutes for Yourself<\/li>\n<li>Ask Us Anything<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][heading]<strong>New! Dedicated Text Line for CPR Registration<\/strong>[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;4446&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]To make the registration process easier, First Aid Care has introduced a dedicated text line for those who may have difficulty booking online.<\/p>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><strong>You can now text 647-496-5189 with the following details to be registered manually<\/strong>:<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<div>Full name<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<div>Email address<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<div>Location<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">Preferred training session time<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><strong>Important reminders \u2013 please read:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<div>Please arrive at the training session 15 minutes before the class begins.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<div>After you have booked your appointment, please speak to your Service Coordinator if you need any scheduling arrangements and have clients that you will need to be booked off from to attend the CPR and\/or mask fit training. Please try to book a date\/time where you do not have client visits scheduled.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<div>Your schedule will be blocked as \u2018unavailable\u2019 for you to attend the session. You do not need to use your phone to sign into the training.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<div>You will be paid a total of 4 hours for the training (CPR) and 1 hour for mask fit \u2013 this will be added to your schedule 1-2 weeks after the session has been completed and you will receive payment. The code will appear on your paystub as \u2018Miscellaneous\u2019<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<div>All bookings\/cancellations must be managed through the online portal. You will receive a confirmation email\/text notification and will also receive a session reminder.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Circle of Care requires that all PSWs and Homemakers be certified with valid and current CPR training, and that employees be properly fitted for N95 masks.<\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Upcoming sessions for both CPR and mask fit are available. Appointments must be booked through our vendor, First Aid Care, and can be booked via text or online here: <span data-ogsc=\"rgb(63, 106, 196)\"><a id=\"OWA5b31e764-5bc1-1cb9-a0fe-021292430162\" class=\"PrimaryLink HighlightSol HighlightSol--core LinkBase OWAAutoLink\" title=\"https:\/\/firstaidcare.ca\/circleofcare-firstaidcare-ca\/\" href=\"https:\/\/firstaidcare.ca\/circleofcare-firstaidcare-ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(63, 106, 196)\" data-outlook-id=\"eb9a73af-f791-41d3-8e99-906355bd9e28\">https:\/\/firstaidcare.ca\/circleofcare-firstaidcare-ca\/<\/a><\/span> or by calling 905-272-9214<\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Reminders &amp; Announcements&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1745239886303{background-color: #002d72 !important;}&#8221;][heading]HR Reminder \u2013 Vacation Time Entitlement[\/heading][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]All PSWs and Homemakers are entitled to annual vacation under the Collective Agreement. Vacation time and vacation pay is based on length of continued service, calculated as of September each year. The following is a breakdown of vacation benefits:<\/p>\n<table class=\"elementToProof\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Length of Service<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Number of Weeks Off<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Vacation Pay %<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">1 year \u2013 3 years<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">2 weeks<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">4%<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">3 years \u2013 8 years<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">3 weeks<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">6%<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">8 years \u2013 15 years<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">4 weeks<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">8%<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">15 years \u2013 25 years<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">5 weeks<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">10%<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Please note that the time you book off for vacation is not paid, as vacation pay is paid out on an annual basis in September. If you would like to request your accrued vacation pay to be paid out in advance, you can email <span data-ogsc=\"rgb(63, 106, 196)\"><a id=\"OWA653efd68-7a3b-498c-f2fe-e09cfa04d4ad\" class=\"PrimaryLink HighlightSol HighlightSol--core LinkBase OWAAutoLink\" title=\"mailto:payroll@circleofcare.com\" href=\"mailto:payroll@circleofcare.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(63, 106, 196)\" data-outlook-id=\"0c2ba0b3-3690-414b-a0b5-b0f52ea94cd6\">payroll@circleofcare.com<\/a><\/span> To submit vacation requests, please do so through the mobile app. All requests for vacation time will be reviewed by your Service Coordinator.<\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">For any other questions about vacation time entitlement, please refer to the Collective Agreement <span data-ogsc=\"rgb(63, 106, 196)\"><a id=\"OWAda7bc6a3-be75-6a7a-41ec-d642957530cd\" class=\"PrimaryLink HighlightSol HighlightSol--core LinkBase OWAAutoLink\" title=\"https:\/\/psw.circleofcare.com\/index.php\/collectiveagreement\/\" href=\"https:\/\/psw.circleofcare.com\/index.php\/collectiveagreement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(63, 106, 196)\" data-outlook-id=\"11506c72-11f9-41ad-b951-7a737f3e9098\">https:\/\/psw.circleofcare.com\/index.php\/collectiveagreement\/<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][heading]<b>Canada Life Webinar Series: You Can Do Hard Things<\/b>[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;8543&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<div data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><strong>May 1, 2025 \u2014 1:00 \u2013 2:00 PM<\/strong><\/div>\n<div data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Change is constant and inevitable. We make decisions every day, whether big or small. But what happens when we feel stuck, when we know that change is needed but we can\u2019t quite find the motivation to see it through? Discover the solution during Canada Life\u2019s and Workplace Strategies for Mental Health\u2019s new webinar: You can do hard things. How to change what no longer serves you.<\/div>\n<div data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><strong>Join Mary Ann Baynton<\/strong>, Director of Collaboration and Strategy for Workplace Strategies for Mental Health as she discusses with Dr. I. David Daniels\u00a0what it\u2019s like to choose change.<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=&#8221;jumbo&#8221; button_style=&#8221;regular&#8221; button_color_2=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; color_override=&#8221;#0067b9&#8243; icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; text=&#8221;Register Now&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/oassisplan.us3.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=23398b069d55a283e25a447d5&amp;id=45a7bc1938&amp;e=f8b06d13ba&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][heading]<strong>Earth Day: 5 Easy Ways to Be More Sustainable at Work<\/strong>[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;6756&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-ogsc=\"black\"><strong>April 22nd marks Earth Day<\/strong>, a global event dedicated to environmental awareness and action. At Circle of Care, we believe that sustainability starts with each of us. This year, we are focusing on simple ways to reduce our carbon footprint at work and beyond.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><span data-ogsc=\"black\">5 Easy Ways to Be More Sustainable at Work<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n<li data-ogsc=\"black\">Use reusable mugs, bottles, and utensils.<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"black\">Print less\u2014go digital whenever possible.<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"black\">Turn off lights and electronics when leaving a room.<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"black\">Reduce waste by bringing a packed lunch in reusable containers.<\/li>\n<li data-ogsc=\"black\">Support eco-friendly brands and initiatives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We want to encourage all PSWs to do your part in keeping our communities clean and green. While you&#8217;re out in the community visiting clients, take a moment to pick up any litter you may come across. Every small action makes a difference, and by disposing of trash in the nearest bin, you\u2019re helping to create a cleaner environment for everyone!<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s make <span data-markjs=\"true\">Earth<\/span> <span data-markjs=\"true\">Day<\/span> special by contributing to a cleaner, healthier community. Thank you for your ongoing commitment to both our clients and the planet!<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Health &amp; Safety&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1745239923918{background-color: #002d72 !important;}&#8221;][heading]<strong>Choosing the Right Footwear for Work <\/strong>[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;9817&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">At Circle of Care, we are committed to ensuring your health, safety, and well-being. Wearing the right footwear is essential to prevent slips, trips, and falls, especially when working in client homes, community settings, and during winter months.<\/div>\n<div data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">To ensure a safe work environment, all employees must adhere to our Safe Footwear Policy, which outlines:<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Mandatory closed-toe, non-slip shoes for direct client care areas.<\/li>\n<li class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Water-resistant footwear for wet environments.<\/li>\n<li class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">No sandals, high heels, or shoes with holes in direct client areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][nectar_btn size=&#8221;jumbo&#8221; button_style=&#8221;regular&#8221; button_color_2=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; color_override=&#8221;#0067b9&#8243; icon_family=&#8221;none&#8221; text=&#8221;Full Policy Details&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1wWTHLs_4Yw0gNhalfXT8F9UBm9V4pQw7\/view&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;default&#8221;][heading]<strong>Save on Shoes with Our Perkopolis Program<\/strong>[\/heading][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">\n<p>Circle of Care employees can access exclusive discounts on healthcare-compliant footwear through the Perkopolis program.<\/p>\n<div data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Check out Skechers discount through Perkopolis and save 30% on men&#8217;s and women&#8217;s shoes year-round! 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Take 10 Minutes for Yourself<\/b>[\/heading][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;9831&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<div class=\"elementToProof\" data-ogsc=\"rgb(0, 0, 0)\">Burnout can sneak up on anyone and it doesn\u2019t always look the same. Maybe you&#8217;re feeling overwhelmed, detached from your work, or just not like yourself. 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Sometimes we have issues to raise which our coordinators and CSS have failed to help with. If we try to escalate to HR we are called snitches. I&#8217;m requesting for a management staff to attend one of these meetings.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Client Services Managers try to attend as many PSW team meetings as they can for into their schedules. If you raise issues with your coordinator or CSS and are not satisfied with their response, you may contact one of the managers directly by phone:<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anna Kornits &#8211; ext. 114<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jennifer Hawkins &#8211; ext. 367<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Why did you stop providing shoe coverings?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shoe covers were removed from the list of PPE items as they are not a mandatory PPE requirement.\u00a0Shoe covers will only be provided based on approval from your CSS for infestation purposes.\u00a0As per our Dress Code policy, you should be wearing appropriate footwear while you are in your client\u2019s home, which means you may be required to have a change of shoes for indoor use.\u00a0You should never work barefoot or in only socks\/stockings.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong>Have a question? 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