Nurse Appreciation Week 2024 — Celebrating TRU's Nurses

“Happy Nurses Week! Your commitment to improving the end-of-life experiences of our patients and families does not go unnoticed. Thank you for your selfless service.”  

— Brandie Rives, TRU Director of Clinical Services

This week, we celebrate our exceptional TRU Nurses, whose dedication and compassion continue to inspire us all.

The heart and empathy with which they approach their work are truly remarkable. Each day, we hear stories of gratitude from patients and families whose lives have been touched by the outstanding care provided by our nurses. Our devoted team of nurses, working tirelessly around the clock, makes it possible for TRU to fulfill its mission, and we couldn't be more honored to recognize their invaluable contributions during Nurse Appreciation Week 2024.

Join us in expressing our heartfelt gratitude to a TRU nurse today for making a profound difference in the lives of our patients and our community!

TRU Thrift Shop Staff and Volunteer Appreciation Party

We are hosting a 50% off exclusive shopping party for all TRU employees and volunteers. Join us for live music, food, and fun!

Feel free to bring a loved one or two with you!

Drop by TRU Thrift Shop any time between 5 and 7 p.m. on 5/16 to shop and mingle!

Grief Services Spring/Summer Offerings

Join us for TRU’s exclusive grief support programs this spring and summer to help you cope with grief and loss.

Equine Workshops

TRU is partnering with Heartlight Center to offer a transformative experience alongside compassionate horses who provide invaluable support on your path through grief. Workshops are offered amidst the serene landscapes of private ranches. No prior horse experience is required.

Choose the date that works best for you; cost is $100 per participant. Workshops meet in Lyons, from 10 am – 4 pm:

• Sat., June 1, 2024
• Sat., June 29, 2024
• Sat., July 20, 2024
• Sat., September 7, 2024

Register here or call (303) 604-5300 with any questions.

Step by Step Hiking Group

This group offers support, exercise, and a safe place for quiet reflection on the trailhead for anyone who has suffered a death loss. The first group meets May 2nd, 9-11 am, and every Thursday morning during the summer. Register here for meeting location and details. 

Dementia Loss Grief Support Program

Meets In Person in May: 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6-8 pm

This group will meet for four consecutive weeks on Tuesday evenings in May and is intended for people who have experienced the death loss of a loved one with cognitive challenges such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. We recognize caregivers for this type of illness have faced specific challenges. We offer a safe place for group members to process these challenges, gain support from one another while grieving the loss of their loved one, and receive grief education.

Register here for any of these, or call (303) 604-5300 with any questions.

Honoring Our Veteran Employees — A Message from Human Resources

Dear TRU Employees,

TRU takes immense pride in employing veterans who have bravely served our nation. We recognize that some veteran employees' service backgrounds may not currently be reflected in our records.

If you are a veteran and would like to share this information with us, please send an email to HR@trucare.org. By updating your records, we can ensure that we appropriately recognize and honor your service during company events and initiatives.

We are deeply grateful for the sacrifices made by our veteran employees and want to express our heartfelt appreciation for your service to our country.

Hank the Puppy Visits Delivers Smiles During Nurse Appreciation Week

Thanks to TRU volunteer Amy Thomas, Louisville staff and visitors got to enjoy time with Hank this morning!

TRU Thrift Shop May Sales Calendar

Current Job Openings

TRU Staff: Earn Money for Employee Referrals!

Current Job Openings at TRU

We know that good people, like you, know good people.

Let us reward you! More information here.

Be sure to submit your referral bonus request form prior to your referral's scheduled interview and ensure they write your name when completing their employment application.

Current employees can apply by emailing HR@trucare.org.

Do not apply through Indeed, as it is for external applicants only.



Save the Date

Town Hall Q&A on TRU's Potential Affiliation with St. Paul's

Monday, May 13, 2024, 10-11 a.m.

Use this Zoom link

OR

Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 2-3 p.m.

Use this Zoom link

Note to TRU staff - you may have received a Teams invite and a Zoom invite - please use the Zoom invite or the Zoom links above to join the Town Hall meetings. Thanks!

TRU Thrift Shop Staff and Volunteer

Appreciation Party

Thursday, May 16, 2024, 5-7 p.m.

We are hosting a 50% off exclusive shopping party for all TRU employees and volunteers. Join us for live music, food, and fun!

Feel free to bring a loved one or two with you!

Drop by TRU Thrift Shop any time between 5 and 7 p.m. on 5/16 to shop and mingle!

Want to win $20? Be the first to find the hidden object at the party! More info will be send the day of the event, so keep an eye out.

Take Flight! Butterfly Release and Memorial 2024

Saturday, June 22, 2024 

9 a.m. at Heritage Park, Louisville

W. Cherry St. and S. Madison Ave.

Join us for TRU’s annual butterfly release! Releasing a butterfly in memory of a loved one is a special way to honor those we’ve lost.

Butterflies may be reserved for $20 by June 19. If, for any reason, you can’t be present on the day of the event,

our staff will release your butterflies for you. 

To purchase a butterfly, visit TRUcare.org/butterfly.

Welcomes

We're excited to welcome the following employees and travelers to our TRU family:



• Marissa Baird – Phone Triage Registered Nurse
• Alyssa Castanuela – Internal Travel CNA
• Wendi PinoVerde – Hospice CNA
• Karen Robinson – Hospice RN (Karen left PACE about a month ago and has now returned as a Hospice RN)
• Tiffany Thorne – Hospice Chaplain 

This reflects new staff members and travelers who started between this edition and the last edition of TRU Team News

Fond Farewell

Sending best wishes to the following people who recently left the organization:

• Eric Curry-Pitcher
• Amy Nicodemus
• Nubia Rodriguez



Congratulations to the following volunteers celebrating anniversaries with TRU in May. We appreciate all that you do for TRU!

16 Years - Barb Hable

16 Years - Deborah Kelly

16 Years - Marci Ridgley

16 Years - Karen Sankey

16 Years - Miriam Sparks

15 Years - Sonia Katzer

11 Years - Patricia Barnes

11 Years - Bill Diesch

11 Years - Vindya Donahue

10 Years - Mike Arellano

9 Years - Heidi McClain

8 Years - Clair Beckmann

8 Years - Ann Thompson

7 Years - David Sherrington

7 Years - Paula Sinn-Penfold

7 Years - Ginny Watson

6 Years - Chris Munro

6 Years - Deborah Parks

6 Years - Katherine Schneider

6 Years - Connie Simpson

4 Years - Peggy Richardson

3 Years - Stella Reivich

6 Years - Chris Munro

6 Years - Deborah Parks

6 Years - Katherine Schneider

6 Years - Connie Simpson

4 Years - Peggy Richardson

3 Years - Stella Reivich

2 Years - Shane Czarnecki

2 Years - Jane Loehr

1 Year - Frank Bruno

1 Year - Isaac Crist

1 Year - Mary Kay Gilson

1 Year - Emma Lorimer

1 Year - Maria Pougiales-Posey