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Here's how Functional Wellness Network came about. The CEO & Founder of Functional Wellness Network always believed that success was something everyone should be able to experience. They had a dream, a wish if you will, for everyone to reach the top and enjoy the sense of accomplishment that goes with it. After all, no one deserves anything less than feeling proud of themselves! They decided to put this belief into action and created a program at FWN that allowed its co-founders to receive support in whatever they wanted to achieve in their lives. The company became renowned for its ability to help individuals find their passion for functional medicine and create meaningful work out of it. No matter what job role or career path each member took on at FWN, each person knew they was supported by the entire team. They were encouraged not only through words but also through tangible efforts such as mentorship opportunities and financial assistance when needed. This made them feel like part of an organization dedicated not just to helping people succeed but also showing them that there is nothing wrong with wanting more from life! As time went by, more people heard about FWN’s vision—to see everybody at the top—and soon enough many other healthcare professionals started joining. It wasn’t long before everyone could proudly say they worked as a part of the company who truly believes in supporting individual growth while still achieving collective success together! #healthcareheroes #functionalnutrition #conference #physicians

Here's how Functional Wellness Network came about. The CEO & Founder of Functional Wellness Network always believed that success was something everyone should be able to experience. They had a dream, a wish if you will, for everyone to reach the top and enjoy the sense of accomplishment that goes with it. After all, no one deserves anything less than feeling proud of themselves! They decided to put this belief into action and created a program at FWN that allowed its co-founders to receive support in whatever they wanted to achieve in their lives. The company became renowned for its ability to help individuals find their passion for functional medicine and create meaningful work out of it. No matter what job role or career path each member took on at FWN, each person knew they was supported by the entire team. They were encouraged not only through words but also through tangible efforts such as mentorship opportunities and financial assistance when needed. This made them feel like part of an organization dedicated not just to helping people succeed but also showing them that there is nothing wrong with wanting more from life! As time went by, more people heard about FWN’s vision—to see everybody at the top—and soon enough many other healthcare professionals started joining. It wasn’t long before everyone could proudly say they worked as a part of the company who truly believes in supporting individual growth while still achieving collective success together! #healthcareheroes #functionalnutrition #conference #physicians

To round out #HealthcareScienceWeek, Ms Stacy Cooper has written about her experiences of regional support through our Regional Representatives Network and how it has helped to shape her career. Read it here: https://ow.ly/EJ4650QS5ql #HCSW2024

Earlier this week I presented to a group at MSD. This is a key takeout from my speech that I wish to share with you. "Over the past nine months, our organisation has experienced an extraordinary period of growth. What began with a modest team of just six staff members has blossomed into a robust workforce of fifty individuals. Within this expansion, we are especially proud to have provided sixteen individuals with meaningful, full-time employment opportunities through our partnership initiatives with Awhina, Michelle, and their team. Their dedication and hard work have not only enriched our organisation but have also brought about positive transformations within our community and families. Those are 16 families who are now supported by our business." "I firmly believe in the transformative power of meaningful employment. It is more than just a job; it is an opportunity for individuals to contribute meaningfully to society while preserving their dignity and self-worth. Through our employment initiatives and our partnership with MSD, we strive to create pathways to success for individuals from all walks of life. We offer more than just employment; we offer a chance for personal growth, professional development, and community impact. By fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment, we empower our employees to unleash their full potential and become catalysts for positive change in their communities."   "There are two versions of Higgins. I only work for one of them. The first version, is a piece of paper with the name Higgins Contractors Limited on it, sitting in a business registry somewhere in Wellington. The second, is the 1800 families who make up Higgins. The 1800 strong workforce of incredible people who put their life on the line daily, working in hazardous spaces to provide for their whanau. That’s the Higgins that I want to work for – a Nationwide family represented in all four corners of Aotearoa. That is where the true essence of Higgins lies. That is the Higgins that I am proud to work for." #ShowingTheWay #GreenTeam

What an exiting partnership! 💥 Through collaboration and partnerships, we can change the game for caregivers. There is not one organization that can do it all but together, we can make the difference. Read to learn more about Scotia Wealth Management and their Total Wealth approach to help build a plan tailored for you, your family and your future. Learn more about Gordie Howe CARES and their mission to support and understand the challenges faced by caregivers, health care professionals and family and friends. ❤️ Jay Haralson John Vardalos

Best part of my role is seeing people succeed.

Like many people, I have vivid memories of 9/11/2001. I was working the medical-surgical ICU unit, doing morning rounds, when I looked up at the TV announcement of a plane hitting the World Trade Center. Like many people, the first plane made me think a horrible accident had occurred. By the second plane, we realized quickly that this was not an accident. Our hospital quickly mobilized our response plan. At the time, even though we were down in Albemarle County, NC, we were expecting overflow from the NY, DC and PA hospitals and preparing to receive patients. Concurrently, my husband was taking his oath of office to join the US Army. That day changed our lives in so many ways. I knew instinctively that we would be dealing with the effects of 9/11 for many, many years. Personally, my husband deployed three time to three different combat zones. Professionally, as he entered the Army, I moved from Critical Care, to working with the 1st Infantry Division in Population Health Strategic Planning and then on the US Army in our enterprise approach to planning for the health risk factors of our nation's service members. Almost 18 years later, that path led me to FirstNet (born out of the devastation of 9/11), where I am honored to focus on the health and wellness needs of our nation's emergency responders. 9/11 for me is a day of refection. Both good and bad. Personally, it's a renewal of the commitment I have to support individuals wherever they are on their wellness journey and advocate for the resources, policy, and awareness of those that are struggling. In that spirit of reflection, I invite you to read a blog I wrote about the work I do today. It's a process, so it's important to reflect on that process, why we address public safety wellness and where we need to go to be successful. As you read, I ask you to reflect yourself on where you were on 9/11, what you've been doing as a result and how YOU can advance the wellbeing of others as a result. My best~ Anna #neverforget #september11 #firstresponders #wellness #reflection #mentalhealth #advocacy https://lnkd.in/gGcJfDqi

Spoke with Yvonne Mitchell this week and can attest that she's the real deal. Here are four easy initiatives that she implemented at Johns Hopkins Medicine after her arrival in 2021. The best part is none of these things are very hard to do! Thank you Yvonne Mitchell for being a breath of fresh air in a complex industry. 1. Creating a single hiring structure and standardized process, instead of each hospital having its own system and candidate pipeline. 2. Improving the candidate experience by simplifying forms and removing scheduling delays. Recruiters have access to the calendars of hiring managers in order to schedule interviews directly, and hiring managers should make hiring decisions within 24 hours of interviewing. Follow-ups for onboarding and occupational health are also faster and simpler. 3. Allowing virtual interviews, which became commonplace during COVID and are often more convenient for candidates. 4. Holding more hiring events which allows many candidates to be interviewed and hired on the same day.

Open Hearts Family Wellness Awarded $25,000 from Mercy C.A.R.E.S. Grant to support implementation of Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics   Maricopa County – 15 July 24 – Open Hearts Family Wellness (OH) is an organization helping thousands of people improve their lives through comprehensive mental health treatment and supportive housing. The $25,000 investment from Mercy C.A.R.E.S. funded the Open Hearts’ certification to provide Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT).   The Neurosequential Model, developed by Dr. Bruce Perry, is a comprehensive approach to understanding and addressing the needs of individuals who have experienced developmental trauma, guiding the development of effective interventions that promote healing and resilience. This model aims to empower individuals to reach their full potential and lead fulfilling lives.. The grant was applied to costs for Open Hearts to be a certified site enabling Open Hearts to provide NMT services and to train clinicians for endorsement in NMT. The grant enhances quality of care by ensuring NMT services continue in Arizona through Open Hearts and that Open Hearts can work to increase in NMT-trained clinicians for both OH and the AZ system of care.   “We are grateful for the support of Mercy C.A.R.E.S., who have identified themselves as an ally in the pursuit for good mental wellbeing,” says Dr. Christopher Keck, President and CEO of Open Hearts. “This funding, and subsequent certification, marks a significant milestone in our journey to ensure children and families have the best support and high-quality services available to them, NMT is an essential service for the community of Arizona.”   Mercy C.A.R.E.S., which stands for Community Action Resources Education and Service, is Mercy Care’s community giving initiative. Through grant funding, sponsorships, volunteer efforts, and board participation, Mercy C.A.R.E.S. supports AHCCCS’ Whole Person Care Initiative, which addresses social risk factors to improve health outcomes.   “Mercy Care is thrilled to provide Open Hearts Family Wellness with a Community Reinvestment Grant. As an organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all Arizonans, and particularly those who are underserved with complex health needs, we are happy to partner with Open Hearts in making a positive impact on our community,” says Trisha Stuart, Mercy Care director of community relations.   “Through Mercy C.A.R.E.S., we partner with organizations across the state whose health focus areas align with ours such as managing chronic conditions, supporting mental health and well-being, addressing housing insecurity, and empowering recovery for substance use.”   ###            

Our offices are now closed until 8 January 2024. See you on the other side. We will continue to post up in the usual manner to include our 2023 review and 2024 look forward but our public facing function has now closed for the period - messages received from today will be answered once we return in the New Year. 2024 dates are on the course dates page of the website. More dates being added first week of January. This is the Way. A huge thanks to our awesome clients, partners and friends for supporting us to provide best in class solutions to support good people doing good works. A huge thanks to our exceptional Faculty, without whom none of what we do would be possible. Wishing you and yours the very best for the Christmas period and here’s to a happy, healthy, peaceful and successful 2024 to one and all. From all the team at Remote Area Risk International. Message ends …. www.R2Rinternational.com Remote Area Risk International : Where Professionals Come To Train (TM). #mediasafety #fieldworksafety #remotemedicine #expeditionmedicine #ngos #travelriskmanagement #outdooractivity #Doctor #nurse #Paramedic #prehospitalcare #Remotemedic #expeditionleader #Mountainleader #Wildernessmedicine #riskmanagement #expedition #fieldworksafety #adventuretravel #exploration #outdooractivities #mountain #jungle #desert #polar