It’s been another fun-filled week of Unum Group employees showing our #CaringSpirit in our communities. We welcomed campers from Camp Susan Curtis to our Portland campus for a day of fun and career exploration. In Columbia, we had fun calling bingo and serving lunch for a group of seniors through Senior Resources Inc. Bingo was popular this week as we also enjoyed announcing numbers at the Glenwood Community Center in Chattanooga. Students from United Way of the Midlands, YOUNG MEN UNITED Young Men United came to our offices in Columbia to gain career advice from our Unum Group employees. Several Portland employees served lunch and helped with an event at the Community Café in Hollis with the Southern Maine Agency on Aging. #UnumCares
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🌟 Testimonial Spotlight: Voices of Impact 🌟 👥 Susan, Support Worker: "Working for SJCCL has been incredibly rewarding. I assist clients like Joe, a kind soul passionate about photography, art, rainforests, and cappuccinos. No two days are the same, and the day-to-day challenges keep me engaged and fulfilled. It's a joy to contribute to their happiness and well-being." 🌈 Emma, Support Worker: "At SJCC, I've found a company with a passion for helping others, just like mine. Meeting characters like Glen has added a colourful touch to my journey. Learning sayings like 'Bugger me boot souls' and 'Grumpy old coot' is just one part of the rich tapestry of experiences. Every person I meet leaves a lasting impression, and I cherish the lessons learned." 💼 Jarrod, Client Service Planner: "Transitioning from retail to St John’s Community Care was a choice driven by the desire to give back to the community. As a Client Service Planner, I've had the privilege to build relationships with clients and stakeholders. It's heartening to witness the trust and comfort that grows over time, knowing we're making a difference in helping loved ones stay home safely and independently." 🙌 These testimonials reflect the diverse and impactful experiences within our St. John's Community Care family. Each story is a testament to the meaningful connections and positive changes we create together. 💙🌟 #Testimonials #VoicesOfImpact #SJCCLStories #CommunityCare 🌈
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It’s one thing to say, “You now have a second chance.” It’s another thing to say, “You now have a second chance, and here are people who can guide you as you take clear steps to make the most of it.” Check out what our neighbors in Washington State are doing to lay a path toward successful reentry and reintegration for those in their community. #SecondChanceMonth #communitymatters #OneHeartProject https://lnkd.in/gUCYZhyA
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Its time to end the outdated binary view of Open vs Supported Employment and just focus on providing work choices and pathways for anyone with a disability who wants to work. The more the better. Thanks to a generous multi-year grant from the Bowness Family Foundation , Wallara has been running an innovative pilot program leveraging our corporate partners to enable our employees to take that next step without risk. Here is a summary of the outcomes and impact to date. Big shout out to Carolyn Bloch who led the program for us with expert oversight from Simon O'Brien and incredible support from Leonie Boxtel GAICD. This is what inclusion at work looks like. The challenge now is to see if we can make this work financially sustainable without Foundation support because this work should be happening nationwide and organisations like us are perfectly suited to doing it. #supportedemployment #futureofwork #disabilityrights #inclusion
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Never underestimate the importance of “work friends.” More than 25 years later, I cherish my lifelong friendships with these power women I met in the hallowed halls of Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP as a summer associate. We have supported one another through weddings, children, divorce, the loss of parents and every other up and down life brings. I can’t imagine my life without them. May everyone be so fortunate to find such incredible “work friends” and the workplace that brings them together. Fellow HR Leaders: Promoting engagement and retention — and even getting employees into the office — requires more than intentional collaboration on work. Create opportunities and space for friendships to form. Professionals: Your place of work can be a valued community. Choose wisely. Counting the days to our 2025 adventure Amanda Perez Maja Hazell (she/her) Sheila Brodbeck Jennifer Silbert Jennifer Antolini Bradner
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