Support Staff Appreciation Day Was Delicious!
Support Staff Appreciation Day was a hit!
Sharon Simpson – Staff Prayer – June 26 2025
Garry Janzen shared a meditation on Hebrews 10:24-25 and we prayed for Sharon Simpson.
REMINDER: Canada Day BBQ is for Residents Only
This is a reminder for all staff that the Canada Day BBQ and Car Show happening on Friday, June 27, is a resident event for residents and their families. This event is not intended for staff and staff will not be served lunch.
But don’t worry, there is a staff barbecue on the schedule for this summer.
The staff summer barbecue is our Back to the 80s BBQ happening on Thursday, August 21. This event will include great food, great costumes and decorations, maybe even a prize and all staff are enthusiastically invited to attend. Mark your calendars now and more details will be available closer to the event.
In Summary:
Welcome to Denise Ropp – Health & Safety Specialist!
If you receive an email from Denise, it is safe and all your information remains confidential.
Violence Prevention Workshop
Learn practical applications to identify risk factors of violence and de-escalation techniques at a Violence Prevention Workshop on Monday, July 7, 2025. Space is limited. Register soon!
MEMO Re: Long Weekend Sick Calls – Canada Day
To: All Menno Place Staff
From: Jessy Manhas
Date: June 23, 2025
Re: Long weekend Announcement Regarding Sick Calls
Dear Team,
In the past, we have noticed a pattern of increased sick calls over the long weekend, followed by staff working on the statutory holiday the next day. All staff scheduled to work during the long weekend are expected to report to their shifts as usual.
Due to this recurring pattern, we will require proof of illness/doctor’s note as per the Collective Agreement from anyone who calls in sick on June 30. Additionally, if you call in sick on June 30 and then come to work on the statutory holiday July 1, an investigation will be initiated by your Manager with a Shop Steward and a doctor’s note is mandatory. Failure to comply will result in disciplinary action and a risk of no sick time pay.
We appreciate your understanding and dedication to our residents’ care. Adhering to these guidelines will help ensure smooth operations throughout the long weekend.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your department manager.
Sincerely,
Jessy Manhas
Manager of People & Culture
604-851-1346
Come and Hear From BC’s Seniors Advocate – Dan Levitt
You’re Invited to Meet BC Seniors Advocate Dan Levitt – July 8th – Menno Hospital Chapel.
Loradonna Botter – Staff Prayer – June 19 2025
This week we prayed for Loradonna Botter, Executive Director of People and Culture.
Training for New Quality and Risk Management (QRM) System
We’re excited to announce that Menno Place is transitioning to a new Quality and Risk Management (QRM) System within Surge Learning!
📅 Training Opportunities
To make sure everyone is comfortable using the new system, we’re offering a variety of training options starting with in-person training.
In-person training runs from June 23rd to July 4th
All staff
Hospital Chapel : June 23rd 10: 30AM & 3:30 PM
Learning Center : June 26th 10:30 AM & 3:30 PMSessions on Units
June 25th, June 27th, July 3rd & 4th (details will be sent soon)
In addition there will be:
- An online Surge Learning course
- A Quick-Reference Sheet for team huddles
- A “How To” video (coming soon)
Why are we moving to a new system?
This new online system will replace our current paper-based incident and hazard reporting, making the process:
✅ Fully paperless
✅ Easier to use
✅ More efficient to track and manage
🖥️ What’s Changing?
🔹 Paper incident and hazard forms will be replaced by an online system in Surge Learning
🔹 Reports can be submitted, tracked, and followed up on digitally
🔹 All staff will be trained before the official launch
📌 What’s Next?
This is just the first phase of the rollout. The official go-live date and final instructions will be shared in July.
