& CONSTRUCTION PROFESSIONALS
August 2017
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MAKING MEMORIES THAT LAST As much as I want to deny it, summer is too quickly coming to a close and kids are heading back to school. There’s something nice about the routine of the school year, but I always miss the relaxing nights of summer. This summer has been a difficult one for my family, but one that has taught me a valuable lesson. At the end of June, I lost my dad somewhat unexpectedly at the age of 74. I have spent time with my mom this summer helping her get their affairs in order as well as grieving together. In going through this loss, I have found myself holding on to the memories I have of my dad and trips our family took together while I was growing up. It has also made me think of my own family and how I want to create lasting memories for my son. He’ll never care or remember what toy I bought him for his birthday, but he will remember happy times we experienced together.
Enjoy the last few days of summer with friends and family! Have a safe and happy Labor Day!
That’s just one of the reasons I enjoy working for E&V so much. We strive to create a healthy work/life balance that allows each employee to spend time with their family. We even have a whole committee dedicated to the initiative! With the school year starting soon, I think of the Hall Pass program we started a couple of years ago which allows employees time to make memories with their children at field trips and other school related functions. I love that I am encouraged by E&V to take the time to spend time with my son doing a school activity together. We also have our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides employees many tools and resources to help each individual, as well as their family, in almost any type of struggle they may be having. Employees and family members can get guidance and counseling for emotional, financial and marital struggles, among many other things. It was a comfort to know that as I grieved the loss of my dad, I had the option to talk to a professional about it. So as I reminisce about the memories I have with my dad, I want to encourage all of you to keep creating memorable experiences with your families, fun times that your kids and/or grandkids can keep with them through their lives. You certainly won’t regret it, and E&V is helping and encouraging you to do it! Grace Silva Chief Financial Officer
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THESE GREAT UPCOMING EVENTS! 2017 Tradesman Outing Paintball, Food & Drinks Wednesday, September 13 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Crossfire Paintball Arena (4054 - 146th Avenue) RSVP to Morgan by September 1st MorganW@elzinga-volkers.com
Thursday, September 21st 1:00 pm - 4:45 pm Lunch - Camp Geneva (10451 Lakeshore Drive, West Olive) Volunteer Location - TBD RSVP to Kristen by August 17th KristenH@elzinga-volkers.com
E&V Christmas Party
Friday, December 8th Baker Lofts 6:00 pm