Thank A Nurse – It’s National Nursing Week!
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to quality care and for the vital role you all play in our Menno Place community.
Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother’s day from all of us at Menno Place!
There are so many women who can act as mother figures in our lives – from our actual mothers, to step-moms, grandmothers, great grandmothers, god-mothers, aunties, close friends, friends’ mothers, mothers-in-law, neighbours, sister-in-laws and many, many more!
Today we celebrate all the women who have made positive impacts on our lives through the love and support they give.
Whether you are spending time with loved ones or reflecting on the memories of those who are no longer with us, we hope that you have a blissful day. We’re so thankful for you, moms!
Last Chance to Join Menno Movers for Run For Water!
The Run for Water is 10km course run or a 5km run / walk that begins at Mill Lake in Abbotsford.
Please fill out the interest form by the end of the day on May 11th.
Keep in mind:
- The location is right here in Abbotsford, starting at Mill Lake.
- Team members will be contacted by email once the roster is confirmed with a password to register with the Menno Place Movers team
- Cost to enter the race is:
- $66.71/ person for the 10K Run
- $55.94/person for the 5K Run.
Let’s do this together!
Please complete the following form to express your interest in this run.
Fill out my online form.
NAOSH: Relationships are part of health
Mother’s Day is coming up this weekend. It’s a great reminder that health includes strong relationships with family, loved ones, residents, and co-workers.
Today’s safety focus is simple:
- Be kind
- Be patient
- Help each other
- Say thank you
- Notice who might need support
A strong team is a safer team.
Share a thank you message with a co-worker, it can be on a post it note or a piece of paper, make someone’s day with a kind message. Remember to take a picture and send it to pandccares@mennoplace.ca
Just a reminder: All submissions from the week will be entered into a draw and the winning team will receive some treats for a coffee break.
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.
