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Oct 28

[ARCHIVED] October 2019 Staff News

The original item was published from October 24, 2019 1:18 PM to October 29, 2019 11:13 AM

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Self-Care Becomes a Group Effort

In September Director Griffin charged us all to think about, “The Art of Self-Care”, and how important it is to determine your why, go back to the basics, get an accountability partner(s), be intentional, and to recognize that self-care is a journey. With inspiration brewing in their spirits and motivation on their minds, employees in the Division of Community Services-Director’s Office came together to form the first ever Division of Community Services Walking Group (catchier name coming soon). Spearheaded by Karen Gause, this group walks every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 to 11:30 am in the Employee Wellness Center or around the Downtown area close to the office. Studies say, walking 30 minutes a day improves your mood, gets your creative juices flowing, and helps you sleep better at night along with many other added benefits. So accept the challenge with us as we work towards being deliberate in our self-care journey. You never know, your office could be full of coworkers and employees with the same self-care goals as you! 



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Augustine Pirtle

Augustine Pirtle has been selected as Community Services Agency’s first “Employee of the Month” for September 2019!!  Augustine has displayed dedication and commitment to the Agency. Tasked with completing Assurance 16 Project, Ms. Pirtle tackled and accomplished the responsibility with tenacity, enthusiasm, and professionalism. 






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Ray Burnett

Ray is a recently relocated from Little Rock,  AR.  Some of Ray’s interests include roller skating and technology.  She is interested in traveling to Dubai and Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates)






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Ereca Fondren

Ereca is a  Memphis native who  graduated from The University of Memphis with a BA in Psychology. She is the mother of two girls who are the center of her “ universe” and keep her busy!  Outside of working and being a parent, Ereca enjoys reading, cooking, and all things glamour and fashion!






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Kimberly Holmes

Kimberly is a  single mother with a passion for treat making and party coordinating. She grew up in Memphis and is a Melrose alumni. Kimberly’s goal in life is to make a difference starting within her own household and then the community.






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Lateshia McNeil

Lateshia is a graduate of Fairley High School in Memphis, TN.  She has prior experience in the education field and is looking forward to working and assisting people in the community.





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Jessica Saulsberry

Jessica is a graduate of Tougaloo College and received an Associate’s in Music. She says she loves singing , traveling and spending time with her family.






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