Employees of the Year

Reece Healthcare Center – Marcia Graves
Marcia has worked at Marian Estates for the better part of over 20 years. She has held multiple positions from Receptionist to Human Resources Director, along with Billing Agent, until she finally settled in Payroll where she currently is. Marcia enjoys the type of environment that she works in and enjoys working with all the employees most. When she’s not working at Marian Estates, she is hard at work for her husband’s log truck company balancing the books. They are hoping to retire sometime in the near future. Congratulations Marcia, and thank you for your efforts!


McKillop – Theresa Ely
Theresa has been at Marian Estates for over 10 years as an RA at the Mckillop Residence. She really enjoys taking care of the residents and getting to know them. Some of her favorite hobbies are spending time with her 3 grandsons that live with her, and enjoying time with all 13 of her grandchildren. She also tries to garden as much as she can to get away and relax. Congratulations Theresa, and keep up the great work!


Elliott – Kaeleigh Miller
Kaeleigh has been at Marian Estates for almost 3 years as an RA at the Elliott Residence. She enjoys her time with the residents and hearing about their stories. When she’s not working, Kaeleigh spends her time as a mom of twin girls (2 years old) and a student - Kaeleigh is working toward becoming a nurse. Congratulations Kaeleigh, we appreciate your hard work and are glad you are a part of the Marian Estates team.


Sloper – Ashley Bogue
Our Employee of the Year has proven herself to be an invaluable employee for Marian Estates and specifically Janmaur III, Independent Living. Her ability to take a task, determine what is needed, organize the project and complete it is a great asset. Her willingness to be available when special needs arise, her stepping up to the “plate” with a helping hand in emergencies, her positive attitude and professionalism all have gone together to prove her worthy of the Employee of the Year Award. Her job assignment is Receptionist but she can be seen working in the café as prep. Cook, server, dishwasher, table mover, equipment finder, housekeeper, emergency responder, office organizer, and the list goes on and on. Congratulations to Ashley and Big Thanks for all you do for Marian Estates.

Marian Estates Auxiliary

Since starting in 1996, the Marian Estates Auxiliary’s mission has been to raise funds that will enhance the daily lives of the residents at Marian Estates. With over 63 members and a wide variety of activities and fundraisers including the Cardinal Gift Shop, monthly Bingo, regular bake sales and the annual Parking Lot Sale, the Auxiliary is an exciting volunteer endeavor. The group is always looking to increase membership and would like to extend an open invitation for people who want to make a difference to attend the monthly General Meeting on the 4th Monday of each month held in the Bistro on campus.

The 2010 officers and committee chairs include:

Officers
President - Barbie Gibson, Phyllis Posekany, Catherine Hazelwood
Vice President - Barbie Gibson
Secretary - Phyllis Gescher
Treasurer - Janet Thomas

Committee Chairs
Gift Shop - Mae Belle Goin
Calling - Nina Ellenburg
Membership - Eloise Hanable & Mae Weinhold
Refreshments - Phyllis Posekany & Helen Carey
Bake Sales - Phyllis Posekany & Helen Carey
Publicity - Bob Hollen & Loretta Stayton
Historian - Flora Bolstadt

For more information, call 503.769.3499 ext. 1125.

New Medical Director

Marian Estates is pleased to announce the addition of Michael Grady, MD as the Medical Director of the 38 acre retirement living community. Michael received his Bachelors degree in Biology in 1972 and graduated from University of Santa Clara. He went on to receive his Medical Degree from Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine in 1976. He completed a family practice residency at Valley Medical Center of Fresno in Fresno, California in 1979. He is board certified in Family Practice and has thirty years of practice experience. He has special interests and expertise in Geriatrics, Sports Medicine, and Occupational and Environmental medicine. Most recently he has worked at McClaine Street Clinic in Silverton, Oregon as the Medical Director as well as the Medical Director for Silver Gardens Nursing Facility.
He will provide Marian Estates with clinical guidance and recommendations while working with local physicians/ practitioners to provide the residents of Marian Estates excellent medical care.
Marian Estates is delighted Dr. Grady will be joining the campus and feel that he will be a wonderful addition. He has a great desire to provide high quality medical care to the geriatric population of Marian Estates and its 300+ residents.

Marian Estates DNS Receives Leadership Award

Marian Estates Director of Nursing Services, Judy Sherman has just been awarded the Oregon Health Care Association’s (OHCA) Leadership Award.

This award recognizes the achievements and commitment of an employee in an administrative, middle management, or supervisory position. Recipient’s leadership skills must have a positive impact on employee morale and resident quality of life. The recipient’s commitment to his/her employees, coworkers and residents is closely examined.

Judy Sherman has been an integral part of the Marian Estates retirement community for over 25 years. As the Director of Nurses she has brought a level of professionalism, dedication and compassion to the job while setting the expectations for keeping our residents healthy, happy and independent extremely high. The staff responds well to her and receives her guidance, direction and advice excellently due to the tremendous amount of respect they have for her.

On a daily basis, Judy fills many different roles and capacities for the 38 acre campus, all with a caring, tenderhearted attitude. She embodies the word “leader” and motivates her staff to strive for perfection.

Marian Estates is truly a better place with her around - the staff and residents both benefit greatly from her presence.

OHCA Champion of the Month

Reta Ellison, Lead Medication Aide at the Elliott Residence has been nominated as the OHCA (Oregon Health Care Association) Champion of the Month for June 2009. Reta has worked for the Elliott Residence at Marian Estates in Sublimity, Oregon for over 5 years. During her time at Marian Estates she has gone above and beyond with everything she does. Reta has been known to call in on her days off to check-in and make sure the resident’s are all okay, especially if one has fallen ill or if another has returned from the hospital. She cares about the needs of the residents. Reta has always been there for her co-workers and resident’s trying to improve the quality of care and work that is performed in the facility. The residents all speak very highly of her. She comes to work for the residents and she loves what she does every day – you don’t have to ask her, it shows. OHCA recognizes Reta for her contributions to enhancing the quality of life for residents, family members, the community, and to the working environment for staff and co-workers. Thank you for going the extra mile to ensure the well-being of residents and your co-workers and for your commitment to the long-term care profession.