Health Services — October - December 2006

Oct 1, 2006

While Gene Wellenreiter, Director of Health Services was spending many hours contemplating how ten nurses were going to be able to do the job of fifteen, the nurses met and came up with a plan to ensure that quality care would continue for our 160 individuals receiving residential services. A challenge or crisis is often a catalyst for change in team dynamics sometimes for the better, sometimes for the worse. Fortunately Barb, Kate, Debbie, Kelly, Betty, Stacey, Tanya and PJ have a shared vision and shared values and have been able to forge a new team going in the right direction with the support of Gene and Andrea. 

In his nomination letter, Gene said, "I watched this new team form bonds; I saw relationships change and mold. I was able to see each member demonstrate the values of the agency. Each day they were able to recognize who their stronger members were and who needed some extra support. Without question, the stronger ones stepped up and lead the team. Each day I watch this team ensure that all services continue, as well as know the quality of care is never in question."

A good team cares about their goal and each other. When they stand shoulder to shoulder to face a challenge they are unbeatable. They act as though it is impossible to fail. When they go after Moby Dick, they take along the tartar sauce! They expect success.

We are happy today to recognize you as an outstanding SPIN team and on behalf of the Board of Directors, your fellow SPIN employees and those who you so caringly support, I thank you for being the professionals you are and the team you chose to be. 


Sincerely, 


Trina Losinno
Executive Director