Spell Checker

by Craig Ray

It's a good idea to use Microsoft Outlook's spell checker for all your outgoing email. Messages with a lot of spelling errors look unprofessional and can be hard to understand for the person reading it.

To turn on the spell checker so that every email you send is proofed, open Outlook then click on Tools, then click on the Options menu choice. The fourth tab over is Spelling. The second checkbox under this tab "Always check spelling before sending" is the one you want to check to turn it on.

Now, any time you send an email, Outlook will check your spelling for you. Whenever it encounters a word it doesn't recognize, a box will appear giving you several choices. You can "Ignore" the word to just skip it. You can highlight one of the suggestions then click "Change" to replace the word you typed with that suggestion. Or, you can even click "Add" to put the word permanently in your own personal dictionary so that Outlook will not tell you it's spelled incorrectly in the future (this is useful for words like Carespring).

Define the Carespring Culture: 

Tell us what you think it is. 

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If I were the customer...

by Kim Majick

"I was working in admissions at Shawneespring of Harrison last month and admitted this wonderful lady. She and her family were very nervous about coming to the facility and how this change in environment may affect her. They came in on this particular afternoon and I walked them to her new room. Her family had come the day before and decorated the room so that it was as similar to her home as possible. This woman loved the room and was so appreciative of what her family had done. Despite this, you could still see the worry and concern in her eyes about her new situation. That was until her aide, Ruth Garrison, walked in the room. Ruth walked right over to the resident and introduced herself. Ruth assured the resident that she would be the one to take care of her tonight and that she would be there should the resident need anything. Ruth then spent about 3 minutes making small talk with the resident about her interests. They found out that they had some things in common, like going to the same church. You could see the worry wash out of this resident’s eyes. Ruth took 5 minutes to come and greet this resident at the time of her admission. That 5 minutes meant the world to her! Thanks Ruth for understanding our customer's needs!"

John Muller

I went to the Reds v. Indians game over the weekend & nearly broiled in the cheap seats – with a combination of a Reds loss and chasing my children up & down the steps.  This got me thinking about exercising in the summer heat & here are some tips for you & your family.  Have fun in the summer sun and get out for some exercise!

What you should do:

• Drink plenty of fluids. It’s extremely important to stay hydrated. If you’re thirsty then you are already dehydrated; drink before you feel a need to. Be sure to drink throughout the day (stick to non-caffeinated beverages, preferably water). Also, drink 15-20 minutes before beginning your workout and every 15 minutes throughout the exercise.
  
  
• Eat regularly. The heat can decrease your appetite, but it’s important to eat normally. Try to eat small meals 5-6 times per day. Include lots of fruits and vegetables. Aside from being nutritious, fruits also tend to help with hydration.
  
  
• Wear light, loose fitting clothes that can breath. Cotton is always a good choice. If your outdoor activity produces a lot of perspiration, consider clothing that is designed to wick the sweat away.
  
  
• Wear sunscreen. Even if you exercise early in the morning or late in the evening, if the sun can reach you then you can get burned. Not only is a sunburn bad on the skin and potentially dangerous but it also hinders your bodies ability to stay cool.
  
  
• Use common sense and don’t attempt strenuous activities that your body is not accustom to. Stick to exercises that you are very familiar and comfortable with.
  
  
• Check the weather forecast. It’s best not to participate in intense outdoor exercise sessions when the heat index registers in the dangerous zone.

Muscle Cramps and Pain

by Dr. Gendelman

Besides drinking a lot of water and stretching before and after exercise there are a few things you can do to prevent muscle cramps and pain.

Two studies have shown that a compound called pycnogenol and tart cherry juice can reduce pain and muscle cramps. That’s right cherry juice. Both products are natural and can be bought at any health food store or grocery store. It is important to take it before you exercise and it will last a few days afterwards.It also has been shown to help with menstrual cramps!

Give it a try and tell me if it works.

by David Eppers

Don’t worry…. Be savvy. Part 2:

Design your financial destination. Last month we identified “Knowing where you are” as the first step to avoid the worry, fear, and anger associated with money issues. This month we are setting our target. If you know where you are going you may have a chance to get there.

Choose three possible financial destinations. First - Dream. Where would you really like to be financially? Aim high. You may want more expensive big-ticket items such as a larger house, better car. You may want to be able to afford to live off of one income for your household. Your dream may be to coast into retirement debt free. What ever the plan, don’t limit yourself by what you think will be easily achieved. Aim high.

In each scenario, set a date so you know when you want to be there.

Second – Identify the worst case. What is the bare minimum that you can work with for your financial future? It may be staying right where you are in terms of income and spending.

Third – Pick some middle ground. Where do you think you can get financially? This should hopefully be a significant improvement over your current position, but realistic.

Pick a target. Review your three possible financial destinations and choose. It may look like this. In 10 years I plan to have a bigger apartment in x neighborhood, or a home with a mortgage down to $x, no car payment, monthly income of $x, expenses of $x, and $x in savings. I want the ability to take a vacation to Disney every two years costing $x and pay cash.

Again, use common sense. There are things that are important to you. Include items you would like to have, places you want to visit, or possibly a life style you would like to experience. Choose the financial destination that fits you.

Next month we address getting there.

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Call Offs

by Debbie Berling

Call offs: Why do people call off?

I think one day I will write a book on “1,000 and 1 Ways To Call Off”. I have heard so many stories over the years. It is sad to think how the person who called off for legitimate reasons are placed in the same category as the team members that call off for no reason. Some stories have made me want to cry only to find out that the person actually just went to the mall.

One of the first areas an employer looks at when reviewing for a new hire is their attendance record. The first thing that I ask is, “Are they dependable”? You build loyalty and respect with good attendance.

Ask your self sometime, “What do your co-workers say about you when asked if you are dependable? Can they count on you?

Working in healthcare requires dependability and that is why we have a system that pays you extra for being dependable. If you do not understand the health pay system or the point system, please ask. It is here for you and most importantly, for the resident.

Eat More Fruit

by Beth Lind, R.D., L.D.

Summer is a great time to eat more fruit!

Fruit is a double-sweet treat. It’s a delicious treat for your taste buds and a nutrition treat for your whole body. Fruits are naturally nutrient-rich. All types of fruit are nutritious – fresh, frozen, canned and dried – so here are a dozen easy ways to treat yourself to good health!

1. Berries – canned blueberries in muffins, dried cranberries in a salad, or fresh, juicy strawberries for dessert.
2. Citrus fruit – Oranges, pink and white grapefruit, tangerines, tangelos, Clementines, lemons and limes.
3. Melons – slices of watermelon, cantaloupe or honeydew – in a fruit cup or for a sweet snack.
4. Bananas – Bananas, nature’s fast food, come in their own wrapper – convenient to take in the car or eat at your desk.
5. Kiwi fruit – Slice kiwi fruit into a mixed fruit or fresh spinach salad or just scoop them out of their peel.
6. Pineapple – One of the most versatile fruits, pineapple is perfect fresh, canned, dried, as juice or on a pizza!
7. Tropical fruit – Fresh produce departments and canned food aisles now serve up mangoes, papaya and star fruit.
8. Apples and pears – A fresh, crisp snack, a juicy addition to a green salad, and in a tasty pie, tart or cobbler for dessert.
9. Summer tree fruit – Nectarines, peaches and apricots are great when fresh and still quite tasty when canned in their own juice.
10. Plums and prunes – Fresh plums are another juicy taste of summer. Dried or made into juice, prunes are very nice for regularity!
11. Cherries and grapes – fresh or dried, cherries and grapes make a great snack or addition to salads (mixed fruit or tossed green).
12. Trendy tomatoes – Tomatoes are a fruit and now they come in sweet, fruit-shaped cherry and grape varieties.