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About Dignity (Salem, OR) 200?-current | View Entire Issue (Jan. 1, 2007)
Homecare workers in Douglas County test drive the Registry & Referral System Douglas County homecare workers were excited to be chosen to "test drive" the Registry & Referral System (RRS) with a series of Application and Training meetings held in Roseburg in December. Homecare leader Deb Brown went to the , I . . . Brookings Caregivers learn about the Registry. December training and 8 5 y says^/lt's* exciting! The training was great. I am "computer challenged" but this system is so easy to use. It was a lot more than I expected and it'sgoing to be a great benefit for homecare workers, our clients and case managers as well. I can't wait dntillt's up and running statewide." The system will roll out in stages into other areas of the state once it has been tested, which should happen in January and February 2007. Homecare workers who are interested in being referred to potential consumer-employers will need to complete a new employment application and those will be made available in the near future. The Registry & Referral System will be an incredible I tool for people to be able to search for a homecare worker who isavailable when they need someone and for caregivers who are looking for a new employer or additional hours. If you would life to take a peek at how the registry operates, go to our website www.seiu503.org and visit the homecare local. It's exciting! The training was great. I am 'computer challenged' but this system is so easy to use...it's going to be a great benefit for homecare workers, our clients and case managers as well. 99 Deb Brown, Homecare Local 99.
