NAOSH Week – Activities for May 4th to 8th.

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Next week is NAOSH Week (North American Occupational Safety and Health Week), a week to celebrate what we already do well and build even more confidence in safety at Menno Place.

Here’s what’s happening each day:

Monday, “May the 4th Be With You” (Strength & Resilience)
A quick safety‑mindset day with a few fun riddles and reminders that safety is something we do together.

Tuesday, May 5 — Hand Hygiene Events (Hospital Chapel)
Join us in the Hospital Chapel for hand hygiene games and information sharing, led by Loveleen (our Clinical Educator).

Wednesday, May 6 —  “We Needs a Day” (Rest & Recharge)
A wellness check‑in day: reset, breathe, and get ready to finish the week strong. (Wellness supports workplace safety.)

Thursday, May 7 — Thirst for Safety (Hydration)
A simple reminder: staying hydrated helps us stay alert and reduce mistakes.

Friday, May 8 — Relationships & Caring (Mother’s Day Weekend)
A reminder that safety also includes how we care for each other; co‑workers, residents, and families.

We’ll share a short post each day. If your unit or team participates, please take one photo (staff-safe) and send it to pandccares@mennoplace.ca so we can celebrate the week and capture evidence for next year’s COR audit.

All submissions from the week will be entered into a draw and the winning team will receive some treats for a coffee break.

Individuals who share their favourite way to hydrate will receive a $10 coffee card.

COR Update & Reminder

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Yesterday officially marked the mid-point of the COR audit, and I’m pleased to share that interviews are continuing to run smoothly overall. However, I wanted to remind individuals about their scheduled interviews. In the event you cannot make an interview or if the auditor is running late, please notify your manager ASAP. If the auditor cannot finish the interviews, that will set the whole audit back.

On a positive note, the auditor continues to provide encouraging feedback about our meetings and the knowledge shared by managers. Staff have expressed that they feel well supported, which is a testament to our ongoing commitment to safety and the well-being of our employees and residents.

There were also some constructive suggestions offered to help us improve. Specifically, notes were made regarding Surge for Injury Management and Near Miss reporting. Kibria has observed that our system is not yet fully operational; that means near misses are being recognized but not reported. Additionally, there is inconsistency in pre-shift meetings and huddles, and risk assessments are currently being conducted by just one individual in each department rather than a team. These insights are valuable opportunities for us to strengthen our processes moving forward.

Thank you for your continued support.

Racoons and Babies Safely Relocated by local Racoon Whisperer

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Thank you to our very own Racoon Whisperer, Kaush, in Maintenance – and with help of their mother, three baby racoons were successfully relocated from the storage area in the Chalet Courtyard.

Way to go, Kaush! 

‘Cause they’re as free as a bird nowAnd this bird you cannot change… LS, ’73

Register for Run for Water NOW (by April 30) to get a T-Shirt

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Do you want a T-Shirt?
Join the Menno Place Movers in the 2026 Run For Water by April 30 to get the T-Shirt

Menno Place is putting together a Run for Water Team for the 2026 Run For Water 10K and 5K Fun Run (you can walk!) on Sunday, May 24, 2026.

Are you interested in joining the MP Team? Please fill out your interest today! We are forming the team by May 15th.

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.

You’ll receive a password for the Menno Movers team.

Fill out my online form.

COR Feedback: Day 1 Update

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Here’s a quick update on Day 1 of our COR audit. Kibria, our auditor,  was genuinely impressed with the progress we’ve made in health and safety over the past year. They commended our transition from paper processes to the QRM, which has made a significant impact. It was great to hear his positive feedback about our Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committees (JOHSC) actively reviewing policies, participating in inspections and investigations, and improving the quality of meeting minutes. The auditor was also thrilled to learn that our executive team will now be reviewing suggestions from the JOHSC every month.

While no red flags were found, the auditor did highlight a few areas for improvement. These include keeping our communication boards consistently up to date, enhancing some of our documents, especially those on Surge, strengthening our document control procedures, and refining our policies.

Today, Kibria will begin interviewing staff, which is always a highlight for our auditor and a valuable part of the process.

Thank you all for your continued support and engagement. Your efforts are truly making a difference.

 

Join Menno Movers for Run / Walk For Water!

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Join the Menno Place Movers in the 2026 Run For Water!

Menno Place is putting together a Run for Water Team for the 2026 Run For Water 10K and 5K Fun Run (you can walk!) on Sunday, May 24, 2026.

Are you interested in joining the MP Team? Please fill out your interest today! We are forming the team by May 15th.

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.

It’s Time for a COR Safety Quiz!

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Submit your answers by May 5, 2026 to be entered into a draw to win a $25 gift card.

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Menno Place at the Vancouver Sun Run

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When we move together with purpose and care, we strengthen both ourselves and our community.

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Happy Administrative Professionals’ Day!

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April 22 is Administrative Professionals’ Day and we want to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to our Executive Assistant Nicole Wiebe and our unit clerks for Menno Home and Menno Hospital: Am Purewal, Anna Hannemann, Aveneet Malhi, Hedy Somes, Judy Booth, Mandeep Kaur, Nilofar Rezaie, Shayla Litwin, Teresa Halovich and Vinitia Hingu.

Thank you for the ways you lead, the ways you support, and all the work you do managing complex and often sensitive information. Resident and family-centred care is all in the details and so many of those details are in your hands.  Thank you.

Thank You Volunteers!

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Ignite Volunteerism is a year‑long, international initiative that celebrates the power of civic participation and the meaningful impact volunteers have in our community. In recognition of National Volunteer Week, April 19–25, 2026, we proudly celebrate the generosity of our volunteers who dedicate their time, skills, and energy to serving the residents of Menno Place.

Our 150 volunteers support our recreation, rehabilitation, and pastoral care programs, and their commitment enriches lives every day. We extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every volunteer for their dedication, compassion, and unwavering service.

“I’m so thankful for our volunteers, whose heart and compassion are evident every time they engage with and support our residents. I’m always inspired by their commitment and care for our community” – Audrey Mazzei, Volunteer Coordinator

If you would like more information about how to volunteer at Menno Place  please go to: mennoplace.ca/volunteers/