Missouri MENTOR

This just in10,000 employees, individuals we serve, and Mentors have received the COVID-19 vaccine! Thank you to the people working hard to get the vaccine distributed and thank you to everyone taking their shot at ending the pandemic. #ThisIsOurShot #LetsCrushCOVID

Each state continues to roll out COVID-19 vaccines in phases. Find out if you’re eligible to receive the vaccine by clicking the link below. You’ll find state vaccine eligibility info and other resources. https://www.thementornetwork.com/coronavirus/

Lakewell Reid is the nurse for our Kansas City Host Home program. Prior to working with Missouri MENTOR, Lakewell worked at St. Luke’s Hospital for 8 years, and she is also currently working at Crittenton Children’s Center in their psych-residential area, where she has been for 6 years. Lakewell is a phenomenal nurse and an asset to the team. Lakewell’s favorite quote is from Mother Theresa: If you judge people, you don’t have time to love them. Thank you, Lakewell, for all the love and support you provide to the individuals and Mentors in the Host Home program!

Our team members across the country continue to make the choice to crush COVID. Here’s why Danielle is taking her shot to help end the pandemic. The only way we can get back to a ‘normal’ life and to protect vulnerable members of our population is for the majority of people to get the vaccine. Thank you, Danielle! #LetsCrushCOVID #ThisIsOurShot

Kelsey Mathis is a Direct Support Professional who has been working with Missouri MENTOR since July of 2019. "He has displayed tremendous dedication to the individuals he serves," said Program Director Delia Woodland. "Kelsey has always reached out and advocated for the individuals in our programs and their needs, and he's always looking for ways to assist other homes in the area when they are in need of staffing." Thank you for all you do, Kelsey!

How are vaccines made? This video from the World Health Organization shows the checkpoints vaccines must undergo. #ThisIsOurShot #LetsCrushCOVID

To crush COVID, we need to use all the tools we have. Vaccines are a key part. We continue to provide opportunities for eligible team members and individuals we serve to access the vaccine as distribution moves forward. Here are some team members and individuals who chose to crush COVID at our recent clinics. #LetsCrushCOVID #ThisIsOurShot

A special thank you to our frontline staff for your tremendous commitment to providing the highest quality of care to the individuals we serve. We understand these times are uncertain and challenging, and we recognize your incredible commitment, dedication and creativity. Thank you for all you do!

Jordan and Monica Peters have been Mentors with Missouri MENTOR for five years. Currently, they care for two individuals in their home, and Monica says they have become family. In fact, their children call them both uncle! The whole family loves going on vacation to Disney and Branson, as well as Iowa and Arkansas for the holidays, and football season is the family favoriteeveryone in the house favors a different team! Monica and Jordan previously worked in group homes a...nd they said they like the Host Home program because it gives individuals a a safe, loving, and stable home. We love being part of the Missouri MENTOR Host Home program," said Monica. "It is a different kind of support for individuals, giving them a better quality of life so they can grow to be more independent while being supported and loved. Thank, Jordan and Monica, for making such an important difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities!

Join us tomorrow for an Online Hire Day for Caregiver positions in St. Louis and Independence! Tomorrow, we will be holding a virtual hiring event with on-the-spot interviews and offers for qualified candidates. Learn more and RSVP at the link below!

Patricia Jones of Harrisonville goes above and beyond in her role as Direct Support Professional! She is always there for the individuals she serves, providing them with the support and care they need to thrive. Her positive attitude is infectious! In these challenging times, we are so grateful to have Patricia working to ensure that our individuals are managing stress and maintaining their mental health. Thank you for all you do, Patricia!

Julie Nieder, a Direct Support Professional in the Kansas City area, was recently promoted to Program Supervisor! When Julie learned that an individual was entering a new home through our Independent Supported Living program, she came back from maternity leave to help him smoothly transition into his new home. She has gone above and beyond to help him get established, engaging with him whenever and wherever needed. In addition to her caring and supportiveness, Julie has provided additional oversight, double and triple checking medications, ensuring accurate information and documentation and more. Thank you, Julie, for being so diligent and supportive, and congratulations on your new position!

During Direct Support Professional Recognition Week this year, our Hallsville Independent Supported Living program celebrated with an '80s theme. In addition to being an amazing DSP, Destanie Eise set the bar with her awesome neon outfit! Thank you, Destanie, for all you do to make a difference for the individuals we serve.

Our fourth core value is Growth. This is how we move forward. If you are an employee of The MENTOR Network and would like to share a story of how you or a colleague exemplifies Growth, visit https://www.thementornetwork.com/em/submit-a-story-or-event.

Join us next Wednesday for an Online Hire Day for Caregiver positions in St. Louis and Independence! Next Wednesday, October 14, we will be holding a virtual hiring event with on-the-spot interviews and offers for qualified candidates. Learn more and RSVP at the link below!

Rachel Garmany is a Direct Support Professional with Missouri MENTOR. She joined the team at our Linn Creek Day Program shortly after the program reopened following closures due to COVID-19. It quickly became apparent that Rachel is passionate concerning the quality of care she provides for our individuals, and she is dedicated to making the most out of every day. Her positive demeanor radiates to those around her. Thank you, Rachel, for jumping feet-first into our day services during these challenging times! We are so grateful to have you.

Our third core value is Inclusion. This is how we come together. If you are an employee of The MENTOR Network and would like to share a story of how you or a colleague exemplifies Inclusion, visit https://www.thementornetwork.com/em/submit-a-story-or-event.

It’s that time of the year again! Fall is here and what better time to do some quarantine baking? If you’re looking for a fun idea, try baking your favorite cookie and turning it into a spider. Several of the individuals in our programs love to bake and cook. We’d love to hear everyone’s favorite fall recipes and see pictures of your creations in the comments below!

Lexi Hastings is a Direct Support Professional with our day services program in Independence. During the pandemic, Lexi has transitioned from working at the day program to working in our independent supported living program, and then back to the day program. Through these challenging times, Lexi has risen to the occasion, and she recently took on the role of leading the virtual day program services for the day program in Independence. Lexi has done a great job of engaging the individuals in exercise, science experiments, games, crafts, virtual outings and reading activities. She works hard to ensure that the individuals she serves are engaged and enjoying the program, even when they can't attend in person. Thank you, Lexi, for your dedication and caring!

Our first core value is Integrity. This is how we look inward. If you are an employee of The MENTOR Network and would like to share a story of how you or a colleague exemplifies Integrity, visit https://www.thementornetwork.com/em/submit-a-story-or-event.