In the past weeks we have seen a few brighter days in the economy but in general things have remained about as they were for those out of work and looking for employment, or for those in need of upgrading their present positions. Whether you or someone you know is in this situation we hope the following information will be helpful.
The Church operates two employment centers in the valley. The Provo Center is located in the Deseret Industries (DI) facility between the drop off area and the store (1415 North State Street, Provo). There is also a center in Springville, located at 1672 West 700 South for those who may current be working in that part of the county but are looking to upgrade their employment. Both of these centers provide:
- Programs to help find a job or a better job;
- Education, Apprenticeships, Vocational Training Programs;
- Programs for Contracting, Small or Home Businesses
- Individual Specialized Coaching
Also be aware that the Provo Center usually conducts a Career Workshop on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, call for specific information 801-818-6161.
Also consider reviewing the wealth of information available on lds.org (click on Home & Family – then click on Employment and review all that is of interest or help). You may also check ldsjobs.org.
Once again we remind ALL Ward members that a number of individuals within our ranks are in need of employment or job upgrades. One of the most important keys to finding a job is networking with people who learn of companies who may be hiring and then passing that information on as quickly as possible to those needing jobs. If you are aware of employment opportunities please call Carl Mackay at 224-4885 and leave a message if he is not able to answer at the time.
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Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Carolyn's Provident Living Column - April 2009
I made a discovery this past month which surprised me,--- but shouldn’t have, because I know I need to do this. I have several first aid kits at my house in various sizes for various needs. With my husband’s recent surgery on his hands, I needed some more tape and some steri-strips to cover his incisions, because the ones the doctor had put in place had become wet and needed to be replaced. When I went searching for the steri-strips, I found several items in the first aid kit that had expired, and I remembered I had not checked them recently to replace those items.
A good first aid kit should be in every household. It can be simple or complex, depending on your needs, skills, and first aid knowledge. I have put together several kits over the years from a very large one for Young Women’s Girls camp, to a small one that fit inside an old metal bandaid box. The size and purpose will determine what needs to be in a first aid kit. Once a kit is assembled, it needs to be checked annually to replace items used and to replace outdated supplies. Rolled tape of most types, adhesive, paper, or plastic, can turn yellow or become extremely sticky and difficult to use under certain conditions, and long storage. If you have instant cold or heat packs, they can become unstable and need replacing. Antibiotic ointments, medications, alcohol or hydrogen peroxide all have expirations dates on them. So it is a good idea to date your kit to know when it was last checked and do a clean out and checkup of the kit on a regular basis.
If you have basic supplies you are better prepared to handle any situation when you or a family member is hurt or injured. Most injuries are not life threatening and do not require immediate medical attention. But if you know how to treat and care for minor injuries, you can make a difference in any emergency. So brush up on first aid skills.
A very basic kit should have things to help with immediate first aid needs:
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A good first aid kit should be in every household. It can be simple or complex, depending on your needs, skills, and first aid knowledge. I have put together several kits over the years from a very large one for Young Women’s Girls camp, to a small one that fit inside an old metal bandaid box. The size and purpose will determine what needs to be in a first aid kit. Once a kit is assembled, it needs to be checked annually to replace items used and to replace outdated supplies. Rolled tape of most types, adhesive, paper, or plastic, can turn yellow or become extremely sticky and difficult to use under certain conditions, and long storage. If you have instant cold or heat packs, they can become unstable and need replacing. Antibiotic ointments, medications, alcohol or hydrogen peroxide all have expirations dates on them. So it is a good idea to date your kit to know when it was last checked and do a clean out and checkup of the kit on a regular basis.
If you have basic supplies you are better prepared to handle any situation when you or a family member is hurt or injured. Most injuries are not life threatening and do not require immediate medical attention. But if you know how to treat and care for minor injuries, you can make a difference in any emergency. So brush up on first aid skills.
A very basic kit should have things to help with immediate first aid needs:
- A couple of pairs of latex gloves
- Sterile dressings to stop bleeding
- Adhesive bandages in various sizes---I love a Liquid Bandage too
- Tape
- Antibiotic ointment to prevent infections
- Burn ointment ( I love Burn Free pain relieving gel)
- Thermometer
- Ace wrap bandages
- Cleansing agent, soap or antibiotic towelettes to disinfect
Nice to have:
- Scissors, Tweezers, tube of petroleum jelly or lubricant, some type of ice pack, Moleskin or corn pads, blister treatment
- Prescription medications you need daily-especially need to rotate these regularly
- Basic non-prescription medications: Aspirin, or non-aspirin pain reliever, Antihistamine such as Benadryl, Anti-diarrhea medication, antacid, Laxative
- Medical supplies for special needs, (Diabetics, glucose, blood pressure monitoring equipment)
- Eye wash solution to flush eyes or as a general decontaminate
- Feminine hygiene supplies
- Paper and pencil, Flashlight or pen light, Space blanket, First aid book
I’m going to refresh my First Aid kits, how about you?
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Tuesday, April 7, 2009
President Hinckley & Pharoah's Dream
You may have noticed that over the years President Hinckley made many references to the message of Pharoah's dream and it's application to our day:
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"We are mindful of the story of Pharaoh’s dream of the fat and lean cattle and the full and thin ears of corn..." - GC, April 1991
"Pharaoh, the ruler of Egypt, dreamed dreams which greatly troubled him. The wise men of his court could not give an interpretation. Joseph was then brought before him: 'Pharaoh said unto Joseph, In my dream, behold, I stood upon the bank of the river:
'And, behold, there came up out of the river seven kine, fatfleshed and well favoured; and they fed in a meadow:
'And, behold, seven other kine came up after them, poor and very ill favoured and leanfleshed. …
'And the lean and the ill favoured kine did eat up the first seven fat kine: …
'And I saw in my dream … seven ears came up in one stalk, full and good:
'And, behold, seven ears, withered, thin, and blasted with the east wind, sprung up after them:
'And the thin ears devoured the seven good ears: …
'And Joseph said unto Pharaoh, … God hath shewed Pharaoh what he is about to do.
'The seven good kine are seven years; and the seven good ears are seven years: the dream is one. …
'… What God is about to do he sheweth unto Pharaoh.
“Behold, there come seven years of great plenty throughout all the land of Egypt:
'And there shall arise after them seven years of famine;
'… And God will shortly bring it to pass' (Gen. 41:17–20, 22–26, 28–30, 32).
"Now, brethren, I want to make it very clear that I am not prophesying, that I am not predicting years of famine in the future. But I am suggesting that the time has come to get our houses in order."
- GC, Oct 1998 (also included in his book, Standing for Something, p. 84)
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