New EAP Counselor by TJ Schoonover, M.S.Ed., LPC, NCC, Sinnissippi Centers
I started being the EAP counselor for Crest in July 2017 and since then it has been a great experience. It is with a heavy heart that I have to let you all know that I will no longer be the EAP counselor for Crest. At the end of July I will be leaving the area and going back to school. Starting on July 24, 2018 Ashley Koza will become the new EAP counselor for Crest. Ashley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works out of the Oregon office for Sinnissip- pi Centers. Ashley has experience working children and adults. If you would like to schedule an appointment to see Ashley, please call the Sinnissippi Centers Oregon office at 815-732-3157 .
Ashley is the new EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Counselor at Crest Foods. This free & confidential service is offered to employees on Tuesdays from 12:00pm - 4:00pm. Please give Ashley a call (815-732-3157) to set up an appointment, or stop by during her office hours at the Ashton Clinic on Rte 38. I have enjoyed my time as the EAP counselor and appreciate getting to know you all! Ashley will be a great fit and I hope that you all will get the chance to get to know her as well.
Nurses Corner: Sun Protection by Nurse Heidi McGlown, RN
The summer sun is finally here! And if you’re like me, you love to be outside enjoying the nice weather. But, we have to remember to protect ourselves when we do. Did you know that skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the US? UV rays are believed to damage connective tissue and increase the risk for developing skin cancer. Enjoy the sunshine this summer, but please remember to do it SAFELY! Here are some tips to help protect you from too much sun: •Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun when possible. •Wear sunscreen with a minimum of SPF 15. ◦SPF refers to how long a person will be protected from a burn. (SPF 15 means a person can stay in the sun 15-times longer before burning.) SPF only refers to UVB protection. ◦To protect against UVA, look for products containing: Mexoryl, Parsol 1789, titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, or avo- benzone. ◦Sunscreen performance is affected by wind, humidity, perspiration, and proper application. ◦Throw away sunscreens after 1–2 years (they lose potency). ◦Apply liberally (minimum of 1 oz) at least 20 minutes before sun exposure. ◦Don‘t forget to apply to ears, scalp, lips, neck, tops of feet, and backs of hands. ◦Reapply at least every 2 hours and each time a person gets out of the water or perspires heavily. ◦Some sunscreens may lose their effectiveness when applied with insect repellents. You may need to reapply. •Wear clothing with a tight weave or high-SPF clothing. •Wear wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses with UV protection and side panels. •Take breaks in shaded areas.
12 Crest Ink July, August & September 2018
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