Making food for people is instant satisfaction. Each plate you serve has an ability to make or break a person’s entire demeanor before it is even tasted. I can remember some dishes I have served in my 20+ years of dining experience where safely tucked away back in the heat and sweat of the cook’s line, I didn’t have to see them face to face. Here at Transforming Age (Sous Chef for the past 4 ½ years) it has been my great pleasure to look my customers in the face, morning, noon and night – so I gotta get it right!

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My name is Jasmine Bowe. I am the Culinary Director at Tradition in Brooklyn Park, MN. I was hired for my first job at Tradition in May of 2009 at the age of 16. I quickly realized that I loved working with seniors and being able to help them. I progressed my way through the department slowly getting promotions and small awards. Looking back almost 12 years now I never imagined that I would still be working at the place I love and in the position I am now in – running the department.

As a server I never knew it was possible to be a Culinary Director, but I had a great supervisor who showed me anything is possible. He believed in me, continued to train me and worked with me. Throughout my twenties I continued my college education studying Business Administration but struggled knowing what I wanted to do as a career and changed my major almost 10 times. I never gave up on school, or Tradition, and graduated in the Spring of 2018 while working full time.

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We have a lot of wonderful people at this organization who really care about our residents. As someone who works in administration it helps me to know what I’m doing makes a difference. It makes my day when I’m doing something that improves the lives of people in our communities.

It’s been neat to see a small team take on more as we grow. We have all these different avenues to learn and grow.The top-down attitude is that is doesn’t matter what our title, we all have a responsibility to speak up about where we see potential for improvement. This is a great company for that.

We have been pioneering a lot of avenues in our company. There is a lot of change, and looking to the future. It’s a fast-paced environment. We’re used to changing and not getting set in our ways. We’ve found lots of success by responding and getting out ahead of change.

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When Coronavirus made its unceremonial and unwelcomed entry in the country the staff was uncertain. As we all know, this deadly disease spread like wildfire all over the U.S. and the world. The inception of those uncertain times ignited special strength in many people. While some people dwindled themselves to almost nothing and retreated, many of our team members showed resolution and commitment to keep COVID-19 out of our community. Every measure necessary to keep residents and staff safe was adhered accordingly with an “all hands on deck” approach. The team remained resolute and pushed for not only excellent cares for residents but complete and continued action with every level of prudence to shield Heathers Manor from this virus.

Eight or nine months into the battle, the virus managed to infiltrate our defenses. Several staff and residents had to quarantine. It seemed to some that our long fought battle may have finally failed and we may hit rock bottom. However, team members shifted into an even higher gear to get regain control. Team work paid off greatly! The virus fought hard but the Heathers Manor team fought even harder and won! Everyone played their role effectively and efficiently. The domino effect of complete team work put us back on track.

This does not dilute or downplay the countless efforts by all of our team members in any way but it is, however, worth mentioning one person with specificity here, our Executive Director, Kristel. She joined the team members in their work to deliver food to both quarantined and other residents of our community. She did this every day. In many cases when there is danger, leaders retrieve or retreat to lead from behind. Not with standing, she led boldly by example. Bravo to our ED and all who helped us fight against the pandemic! Please keep it up!

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Hello, my name is Kathryn I am a Nursing Assistant at The Rivers. My passion started when I was 16 taking care of my uncle on hospice, that was when I knew my calling was in caregiving. I have been with The Rivers for 6 years and counting. Transforming Age has been a big part of my life as I love the residents and think of them every day. Fulfilling their daily needs is a huge passion of mine and what makes them happy makes me happy. Seeing a smile on their face feels so rewarding. I value my job and the staff that I work with, are a good team!

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My name is Megan Mirwald and I am the Assistant Executive Director at Waterford in Brooklyn Park, MN!

I knew from a young age that I wanted to work in healthcare, but it wasn’t until my grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s that I knew I wanted to work with seniors in particular. I began working as a nursing assistant throughout high school with the intent of becoming a nurse. However, I realized that I enjoyed the business side of healthcare even more than the clinical. I graduated from The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with a degree in Health Care Administration and am a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator.

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My name is Rebecca Etwaru. I am a part time Concierge at The Rivers, I have been working at The Rivers for over a year. Working with seniors has helped me realize that I love and enjoy being part of a community that is kind. Here at The Rivers it is all about Team work that makes every day a better day.

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I’ve been with Transforming Age since 2012. I was hired as Staff Accountant to focus on all billing for our CCRCs in Washington and to work on special projects. I was promoted to Senior Accountant role in 2016, then took on Treasury/banking responsibilities, tracking our system occupancy and all billing for WA communities. We’ve grown so much but we’ve stayed connected. Working here is more like a family environment and it’s all because of the people.

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