Mainstream Living Newsletter: Mainstream Living Employee Newsletter - Jan. 2021

The impact of social distancing and stress has taken a toll on many people's mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. A Gallup poll has shown that American's mental health is worse than at any point in the last two decades. With 2020 coming to a close and the pandemic still... Read More on Improving Mental Health in the New Year

Congratulations to this month's Service Excellece award winners. Each of these employees listed below was nominated by their supervisor, Serena McCuen for their work with a member who is new to Mainstream Living. See below for this amazing story and those who have made an impact. If you would like...

Barb McKelvey has worked closely with many hourly individuals for years, teaching independence skills and providing invaluable advice to help members live their best lives. One of her members experienced two deaths of loved ones in a short time and Barb was there to guide him through the grieving process....

Cindy Wang joined Mainstream Living in 2019 as a Direct Support Professional. Recently she accepted the position of Representative Payee Specialist and will begin working at the Des Moines office. Wang received her Bachelor’s Degree in English and Master’s Degree in Education from Northern State University in Aberdeen, SD. Wang...

Mainstream Living is a member of the Polk County Positive Behavior Supports Network. Each month, educational topics are shared with staff in an effort to provide information beneficial to serving our members.