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b'Episode #34 - The seeds for Pam Wiebe\\u2019s work in nursing and quality improvement in long-term care were planted at her grandfather\\u2019s feet.\\xa0 She shares her story of changing careers, the joy of being a great-grandparent, and the feeling of family as a team member at Schlegel Villages.\\xa0\\n\\n\\u201dI try not to think about getting old and I certainly don\\u2019t think old.\\u201d - Pam Wiebe\\n\\nFormerly an accountant, at the age of 46 changed lanes to focus on nursing. \\xa0This came from a tragic situation with her mom passing away. \\xa0She made the decision, worked and studied hard, and became a nurse in 1999.\\n\\nPam supports 10 of the Schlegel Villages as a Quality Improvement Specialist. \\xa0In her role, she supports the variety of programs to meet the ministry\\u2019s regulations. How do we mitigate risk and still honour resident choice giving residents a quality of life they deserve?\\n\\nA message to those looking at a career in long-term care, \\u201dBe brave to take that step to work in long-term care and don\\u2019t give in to ridicule.\\u201d - Pam Wiebe\\n\\n\\u201dIt\\u2019s never too late to find your passion\\u201d - Erin Davis\\n\\nPope Francis was a bouncer and janitor for a nightclub\\nJulia Child didn\\u2019t write her first cook book until she was 50\\nGrandma Moses started her painting career at 78\\n\\n\\u201dIt\\u2019s never too late to re-write your ending.\\u201d - Erin Davis\\n\\nWorking or living in a Schlegel Village is being part of a family. Bill, Pam\\u2019s husband also feels as part of the Schlegel Family and she talks about the connections that are made within the organization.\\n\\nSchlegel Villages Team Member Aspiration\\n\\nCULTIVATE THE ULTIMATE TEAM MEMBER EXPERIENCE\\n\\nAt Schlegel Villages, we have an amazing culture that stellar team members want to be a part of. We care about our team members as much as we care about our residents. As one family, we learn, grow, and move forward together. We are passionate and find fulfillment in making a difference in people\\u2019s lives. Our caring community honours and encourages well-being, and team members are appreciated in personally meaningful ways. Through mentorship, ongoing support, and education we are empowered to go beyond the status quo, and unleash our full potential.\\n\\n\\n\\u201cYou can be you while being a part of our family.\\u201d\\n-------------------\\n\\u201dThe greatest untapped resource in Canada, if not the world, is the collective wisdom of our elders.\\u201d -Ron Schlegel\\n\\nThis podcast is brought to you by\\xa0Schlegel Villages, retirement & long-term care homes in Ontario, Canada.'