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JOB EXCELLENCE ATTITUDE AND COMMITMENT JUSTINE BROWN—1005 Supervisor Since taking over as PS in March, Justine has implemented changes to increase participation in a variety of activities – both at home and out in the community. She has improved organization and completion of household tasks, and continues to ensure that data is entered correctly.  Congrats,... Read More

The Kalix Day Supports Program planted a garden in 2015! A grant from the St. Joseph’s Community Health Foundation provided materials and soil for constructing raised beds, tools, and seeds. The raised beds allow easy access by everybody. The purpose of the project is to offer gardening as a productive activity that builds a sense... Read More

QUALITY OF LIFE ENHANCEMENT LEADERSHIP DIGNITY AND RESPECT MEREDITH PFENNIG MSLA Minot Congratulations to Meredith for being selected for the Employee Spotlight for her ability to propose and implement new ideas that enhance the quality of life for the people who live at MSLA! VICKIE ALLERY MSLA/ICF Park Street Supervisor Vickie received two nominations both... Read More

The Kalix Recycling Center is having a book sale! Books are prepackaged in boxes according to genre. The cost is $5 (including tax) and they can be purchased in the Kalix Recycling Center drive-thru.

QUALITY OF LIFE ENHANCEMENT LEADERSHIP EXEMPLIFYING OUR MISSION BEVERLY HALTON MSLA Minot Beverly was nominated for her efforts in creating an effective individualized support routine that is enjoyed and promotes progress towards positive outcomes. VAL KEMPF Supervisor TCLF 1101 In addition to showing strong leadership and effective communication skills, the nomination notes that Val is... Read More

Notable Nominees for July: Vickie Allery—Rolla MSLA Supervisor, Janna Azure—Turtle Creek PD, Vickie Bambenek—Minot Job Coach, Linus DeCoteau—Turtle Creek MSLA Supervisor, Jodi Johnson—Dir. Vocational Services, Megan Northagan—Accounting Clerk, Julene Ristau—MVW Services Grand Forks, Leticia Woody—ISLA Minot, Melissa Zietz—TCLF 1109

Congrats to Vanessa Sult (Minot ISLA) for being selected as the June Employee of the Month.  Vanessa is a valued ISLA staff who most recently made tremendous efforts to ensure the best possible health for a person by accompanying them to medical appointments with multiple specialists.  Her presence allowed her to communicate vital information, resulting... Read More

Congrats to Paula Seabolt (Minot MSLA) for being selected as the May Employee of the Month.  Paula continually provides leadership at MSLA 330 that has been recognized and appreciated by many, especially less-experienced staff who need that extra guidance and direction.  Thank you, Paula, for displaying Kalix values: Dependability, Adaptability, Professionalism and Teamwork! Congratulations to... Read More

Congrats to Monique Nadeau (Minot MSLA) for being selected as the April Employee of the Month. Monique recently implemented the MyPlate meal planning system with a group of people at MSLA.  In addition to preparing meals, she has involved people with meal preparation and incorporated conversations about nutrition and healthy eating, resulting in small but... Read More

Congrats to Ericka Wilcox (DSP) for being selected as the March Employee of the Month.  Ericka was nominated for devoting her work time and efforts towards not just implementing positive behavior supports, but figuring out how to help a person learn appropriate coping skills and adaptive behavior.  Ericka was also nominated for her response to... Read More