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Happy April! This month usually brings warmer weather and flowers that are beginning to poke their heads out of the ground. This year, April brought an amazing celestial event as well. I had the good fortune to view the solar eclipse in its totality from the parking lot of the Aspire office in Berlin, Vermont. It certainly was an experience that went way beyond my hopeful expectations. So many thoughts were racing through my brain as I took it all in. I’d like to share some of those thoughts with you as they relate, in many ways, to our work at Aspire.

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Dayna Lipscomb & Gail Wallace Awarded DSP of the Year by ANCOR 

Join us in congratulating Dayna Lipscomb from Maryland and Gail Wallace from Massachusetts on being named 2024 DSP of the Year in their respective states by the national organization, ANCOR. Their dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment have earned them this well-deserved recognition. 

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From Survey to Spotlight: Supervisory Edition

We recognize the impact supervisors have on professional growth, satisfaction, and overall well-being. Through the Employee Satisfaction Survey, we've uncovered valuable insights into this crucial aspect of the employee journey. Dive into the latest survey spotlight to hear what your peers are saying about their supervisory experience.

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Aspire Retirement Plan Moving to Lincoln Financial Group

Exciting news! Starting May 15th, the Aspire Living & Learning Inc. 403(b) retirement plan will be transitioning to Lincoln Financial Group. This switch will bring many new opportunities, including expanded investment options!

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Coming Soon: Satisfaction Surveys For People Supported

It’s that time of year again – On May 6th, Aspire is launching a satisfaction survey for all people receiving supports. Please encourage those receiving Aspire’s services to complete a satisfaction survey between May 6 and May 21. Links and QR codes for surveys can be found on the Quality Assurances Resource Site. 

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Compassionate Leave to Support You in Difficult Times

Last month, Aspire announced its transition to a comprehensive compassionate leave policy, acknowledging the diverse nature of loss and the need for flexibility in supporting employees during difficult times. We encourage you to take a moment to review the policy and explore the support options available to you. 

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Employee Spotlight: Hannah Durepo

Since day one, Hannah Durepo has been a beacon of dedication and passion here at Aspire. Despite briefly exploring other opportunities, she knew deep down that Aspire was where she belonged. Now, she's sharing her journey and insights with us in a spotlight interview as the regional director of clinical services for New Hampshire and Massachusetts. 

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Help Grow Aspire's Team and Earn $300 with Your Referrals 

Referrals are a great way to grow the Aspire workforce. Consider the talented individuals in your network who might be a great addition to the Aspire team. Your referral could be the missing piece to our puzzle! And we'd love to thank you with $300! 

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Unlock Your Potential Through Professional Development 

Did you know that all Aspire employees are eligible for reimbursement of up to $500 per year for various professional development opportunities like courses, seminars, and workshops? It’s part of our commitment to fostering continuous professional growth among employees! To take advantage of this valuable benefit, you must seek pre-approval for your department head.  

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Privacy Training

April 24, 30
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Community Meeting

April 24, 10AM
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Record Review

April 1-30
Medical and Nursing Review

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Celebrations & Aspirations

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Anniversaries

Congratulations to our colleagues who are celebrating milestones at Aspire this month.

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Promotions

Congratulations to Aspire employees who were promoted to new roles last month.

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New Team Members

Welcome to our new colleagues. We’re so glad you’ve chosen to join the Aspire Living & Learning community. Click below to see who joined us last month and reach out to give them a warm welcome!

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Kudos

Whether they've been recognized as a servant leader, team player, difference maker, or Aspire all-star - bravo to all employees who have been identified by their peers for going above and beyond!

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