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National Occupational Therapy (OT) Month

Sun, April 7, 2019 Published by

April is National Occupational Therapy (OT) Month and, as such, Success Matters would like to celebrate the culminating work of two wonderful OT doctoral students on Campus, Chandler Somers and Katie Holmes.  The role of an OT has been described as a blending of science, creativity, and compassion, in order to help individuals live their lives to the fullest.  While working on their doctoral capstone projects over the past four months, both Katie and Chandler have certainly exemplified these qualities, and we’re proud to share their accomplishments. 

During their time on Campus, both Katie and Chandler have been revising and expanding the Success Matters Empowerment Platform in Plaza View Assisted Living. The Empowerment Platform involves a holistic interview to learn about residents’ unique backgrounds, interests, and hobbies. It also includes various wellness screens to provide residents with personalized strategies and recommendations to live a safe, active, and engaged lifestyle.

As part of her individual capstone experience, Chandler has just finished up leading and analyzing the efficacy of the Beatitudes Campus 6-week SAFER Stepping falls prevention course. This course is offered two to three times per year, and involves exercises targeted to improve balance, as well as discussion about potential fall risk factors. Chandler spent time researching current best practices for falls prevention, in order to provide background and evidence for the course. The data collected from participants across the 6-week program indicates that participants did, in fact, have decreased falls concerns and increased knowledge about various fall risk factors, including medications, vision, hearing, nutrition, and brain health.  If you are interested in participating in the next SAFER Stepping course starting in July, contact Jessica at #16110 to get added to the list.

Katie’s culminating individual project involved creating and leading the workshop Tools for Stress-Free Living, an 8-week program focusing on the concept of resiliency and emphasizing the ability to find the positives despite adversity or struggles. Discussion and activities included heart-focused deep breathing, engaging the senses, exercise, reframing personal stories, mindfulness, and journaling to facilitate healthy coping strategies. The goal was to engage the participants on both an individual and group level, fostering growth, reflection, and reciprocal learning. On average, participants decreased their perceived stress levels by 15% over the course of the 8-week workshop.

Throughout each of these projects, Katie and Chandler made wonderful connections with residents and staff, explored practical and creative interventions for the wellbeing of older adults, and served as a valuable resource on Campus.  Perhaps most importantly, they learned so much from their experiences with you all and are truly grateful for their opportunities at Beatitudes Campus. 

If you would like to join Success Matters in thanking Chandler and Katie for their tremendous work, and wish them well in their future careers as OTs, please join us in the Plaza Bistro on Thursday, April 25th at 10AM for treats and refreshments.

Making An Impact in the Greater Phoenix Community

Tue, February 28, 2017 Published by

One of the points of pride for Beatitudes Campus is our enduring culture of making an impact outside the walls of our campus. It is part of our DNA to be engaged in a much larger community than the 23-acre parcel of land upon which our campus sits. Our mission, vision and values do not end at the sidewalk—they are reflective of our commitment to the greater community. We are proud to announce that this commitment was recently recognized by the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC), which named Beatitudes Campus as a finalist for its 2017 IMPACT Award, a prestigious award that honors us for the strong footprint we make in the Valley.

We were apprised last December that Beatitudes Campus was nominated for the award by a business community partner and we were asked to start the award process. We were nominated in the large business category (defined as having more than 250 employees). We were given a list of areas in which we were asked to submit information to the award selection committee. These areas included the campus accomplishments in several different business categories—Community Champion, Economic Driver, Exceptional Innovator and Arizona Advocate. Thirteen other companies were nominated in the large business category and submitted their information, along with the campus. Eight businesses were then chosen as finalists. Rod Bailey and I accepted the IMPACT Finalist award last week. It was exciting for us to be there to represent the campus’ achievements. Our next step in this process is for Michelle Just to be interviewed about our accomplishments in a session conducted by a selection panel. We will learn in mid-March if we are honored with being the recipient of the award.
Being a leader in aging services calls us, more than ever, to be innovative and flexible. When the campus began more than 50 years ago, older adult living had a different landscape than what it is today and what it will be during the next 50 years. Beatitudes Campus has deeply embedded a culture of innovation throughout the campus – and beyond our walls. Our heritage of innovation is strongly evident—from you, the residents, to our management team, our front-line staff and our board of directors. As a leader in the aging services industry, our reputation as innovative thinkers with entrepreneurial acumen is apparent. As a community champion, Beatitudes Campus residents and staff clearly give with their hearts. Not only is the campus a resource for many diverse community groups, many organizations are recipients of the generosity of time and talent from staff and residents.

Beatitudes Campus is an economic driver for the city of Phoenix, too—as one of the largest employers in north central Phoenix, most of our employees live in and reinvest in the city. The campus’ purchasing power is indeed great. As an Arizona advocate, our efforts have had and will have a deep impact – our Arizona partners look toward Beatitudes Campus to be active and strong partners in initiatives across the Phoenix community.

Winning the IMPACT award will be a great acknowledgement for Beatitudes Campus, but haven been chosen as a finalist in itself is such an honor and tribute to the campus. Other businesses in our category are EPCOR Water, Isagenix International, National Bank of Arizona, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Sonora Quest Laboratories, Southwest Airlines and Total Transit. As you can see, we are being recognized among many wonderful and deserving organizations that are worthy of this award. Stay tuned for the results!

Exciting Safety Update!

Wed, April 6, 2016 Published by

As of the creation of this post, there has not been an employee injury since December 9, 2015 and we think you all deserve a little treat!  The HR team cannot recall a time in the last 8 or 9 years that the Campus has gone this long without an accident that resulted in injury and had to be reported to the workers’ compensation insurance carrier (first aid only incidents do not impact our work comp policy).  So, in honor of this milestone, postcards have been sent to every employees home to thank you for thinking safety and working safely.  The postcards also include a coupon for a $1.50 off of your next purchase in the Bistro, Corner Perk, or HCC Employee Lunch Line.

Remember – workers’ compensation insurance works like car insurance – the more claims that hit the policy, the more the insurance premiums rise at the next renewal. By keeping safety at the front of your mind each day at work, you are helping the Campus control costs.  That’s going to go a long way in reducing our insurance renewals each August and helping us have funds for more exciting things like…raises, parties, capital improvements, etc.!

We will aim to update you weekly on our accident-free status, but if you want more timely information, check the safety boards located near each time clock for postings that look like the attached.

Keep up the great work!  You are awesome, Team Beatitudes!

Accident Free for X Days Posting