The Hand Hygiene Day Prize Winner Is…
Staff participated in quizzes, activities and demonstrations to test their handwashing skills and knowledge.
NAOSH: The Thirst for Safety – Hydration helps us stay alert.
As summer gets closer, hydration matters. When we’re dehydrated, we can feel tired, distracted, or headachy, and that can increase mistakes.
Here’s a Simple challenge for today:
– Bring a water bottle
– Take a sip at every break
– Remind a co-worker: “Drink water!”
If your unit wants to join in: take a quick photo of your water bottles lined up, and remember to share what your favourite drink is to stay hydrated:
In the summer, my favourite drink to stay hydrated is:
a). Water (plain, bubbly, flavoured)
b). Juice
c). Gatorade or another sports drink
d). Other: __________________________
Send your picture and answer to pandccares@mennoplace.ca by 11:59pm on May 7th.
Join us at the Strategic Framework Open House
We will share the Menno Place 2025-2026 Strategic Framework update with our community and stakeholders.
Wednesday, May 13th
Menno Hospital Chapel
Drop in 12 – 2pm | Short program at 12:30
Join us at the Open House to:
- Learn about what we’ve done in advancing our Strategic Framework Objectives in 2025-2026
- Collect your passport and explore the four strategic priorities and objectives
- Hand in your completed passport to enter a prize draw for those who attend – $50 Amazon Card
- Connect with others to hear and celebrate how we will work strategically together across our campus and in the community
This is your opportunity to see all that we’ve done as we move forward with our Strategic Priorities!
We look forward to seeing you there!
NAOSH: “We Needs a Day”
Today is “We Needs a Day” – a reminder that rest and recovery support safe work. When we’re exhausted, it’s harder to focus, communicate clearly, and make good decisions.
2‑minute reset ideas (choose one):
- Drink water
- Stretch shoulders/neck
- Take 3 slow breaths
- Quick check‑in with a co‑worker: “You okay today?”
Small resets protect your body, your mind, and the people we care for.
Send us a picture of you doing one of the ideas presented above. Send your picture to pandccares@mennoplace.ca by the end of day, Wednesday, May 6th.
Here is a tip for the three slow breaths noted above:
Encourage a co-worker to take three deep (not short) breaths, which can be a great way to promote wellness and mindfulness. We like to use “box breathing” to help with relaxation. Follow this visual cue to help you with your breathing strategy:
Thank You Volunteers!
Thank you to all our amazing volunteers, you make a difference every day!
NAOSH: Hand Hygiene Day: Clean hands save lives.
Today is our in-person NAOSH Week event: Hand Hygiene games and information sharing in the Hospital Chapel, led by Loveleen, our Clinical Educator.
Hand hygiene is one of the strongest ways we protect residents, families, and each other, and it’s something for which we can be proud.
If your team attends, please take one team photo so we can celebrate participation, and remember to show us your hands in your picture. Please be safe when you take your picture. Send your picture to pandccares@mennoplace.ca by the end of Tuesday, May 5th.
MEMO: Mother’s Day Flower and Gift Deliveries
To: All Menno Place Staff
From: Sharon Simpson, Director of Community Enrichment
Date: May 4, 2026
Re: Mother’s Day Flower and Gift Deliveries
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Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 10 and we are expecting a large volume of floral deliveries along with one of the busiest visiting days of the year. We need your help to make sure these gifts get to their intended resident.
Starting Friday, May 8 and throughout the weekend please help celebrate our residents by doing the following:
- Accept any floral deliveries that come to your building provided they meet the following criteria:
a. No lilies or other scented flowers.
b. No loose flowers – Menno Place is not able to provide vases. An exception can be made if you know the resident has their own vase.
c. No large potted plants. Plants that can reasonably sit on a desk or table are permitted.
d. No large gifts that require a cart to transport will be delivered. - If the delivery is for a resident in another unit in your building, please look them up in PCC and arrange the delivery of the gift to them.
- If the delivery is for a resident in the other Menno Place LTC building call:
a. Menno Home 604-853-2411 x 2323
b. Menno Hospital 604-859-7631 x2244 - If the resident lives in the apartments, it’s best to redirect the delivery service to that building to use the enterphone to make the delivery. If you receive a gift that is for a resident in the Apartments, please hold the gift and inform your Nurse Manager.
Thank you for taking the extra time to ensure our residents have a meaningful Mother’s Day. It matters to them so it matters to us.
NAOSH: “May the 4th Be With You”: Safety is strength
Today is our “May the 4th Be With You” day, a reminder that safety is a force of strength and resilience. We keep each other safe by noticing risks early, speaking up, and using the tools we already have.
7 Safety Riddles:
- I’m not a prize, but I’m the gold ribbon that starts the story when something goes wrong. Find me on the home page when you log in, then choose me “on demand.”
- I’m a library with rules that can change. I’m not on a shelf, but I hold the “official” versions.
- I’m not social media, but I’m posted where teams walk by. I help you remember safety without logging in.
- I’m not a relay race, but I have parts. You start me, then you pass me along so others finish their piece.
- I’m a “recipe card” for chemicals. I live both in binders and online.
- I’m free, I’m fast, and I stop invisible hitchhikers. Do me well for about 20–30 seconds to avoid danger.
- I’m not an alarm, but I’m a quiet signal that someone’s status matters for safe care.
How to play:
Solve them as a team. We’ll post the answers tomorrow, and share why each one matters.
You may have noticed that today is our “May the Force Be With You” day — a reminder that the strongest force we have is safety awareness.
In our work, the “Force” is what helps us:
- Notice risks before they become harm
- Speak up when something doesn’t feel right
- Support each other to work safely, every time
As a team, in addition to solving riddles, complete the activities below:
- Identify one real safety risk on your unit today
- Take one small action to reduce it
- Share it with other shifts/units.
Do You Know What To Do In An Emergency?
Natural hazards may be beyond our control, but there are ways to reduce the risk and the impact of whatever emergency we might face.
Emergency Preparedness Week (May 3-9, 2026) encourages people in Canada to take concrete actions to be better prepared to protect themselves and their household during emergencies. This special week is a national effort lead by Public Safety Canada, provincial and territorial emergency management organizations, Indigenous organizations, non-governmental organizations, and private sector.
By taking a few simple steps, you can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies – anytime, anywhere. It is important to:
- Know the risks – Although the consequences of disasters can be similar, knowing the risks specific to our community and our region can help you better prepare
- Make a plan – It will help you and your family know what to do
- Get an emergency kit – During an emergency, we will all need some basic supplies. We may need to get by without power or tap water. Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours in an emergency
Visit Canada.ca (or your EMO or local website – the Abbotsford site is here) for more resources to help you and your family prepare for all types of emergencies.
This week, take concrete actions to be better prepared. Please do your part! Experience has shown that individual preparedness goes a long way to help people cope better – both during and after a major disaster. Get an emergency kit now – it can make a world of difference.
Emergency Resources
The following pages go to canada.ca where you’ll find specific instructions and helpful links to help you get prepared and stay prepared. Click on the type of disaster below to go to the safety information.
Happy National Physicians’ Day!
Your compassion, professionalism, and commitment to excellence do not go unnoticed.
