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Direct Support Professional II @ Orion (Chisholm, MN) Employed with NHS Northstar: 4.5 years Candace was nominated by her coworkers, Samantha Mitchell and Ashley Wilenius. They shared that Candace is always positive and happy when she comes to work. Candace makes sure that the clients are okay before she leaves at the end of her shift, she is very good at interacting with the individuals, making them smile and just making their day better in general. Candace is also there for her coworkers. They said Candace is one of the hardest workers. She is always willing to step in when a staff needs help, to teach new staff, or if someone is unable to make [...]

On August 2, 2025, NHS Northstar clients and staff participated in Chisholm's annual, Doc Moonlight Graham Days parade with a fun and inspiring "Field of Dreams" themed float. The float was awarded "Most Creative" by parade judges. Thank you to all those who participated! We had a great turnout and fun all-around.

NHS Northstar wants to celebrate our staffs' milestones, whether they have worked here for 24 years, or they just started! We would like to recognize the following employee anniversaries and their years of service: July Anniversaries Cindy Lervik, Community Services - 24 years Michelle McComesky, Yellowstone - 17 years Jeff Cummings, Yellowstone - 11 years Luana Fanth, White Pine - 11 years Paul Zbacnik, Yellowstone - 11 years Beverly Landey, Viking - 11 years Dale Pionk, Virginia Community - 11 years Dawn Poppenhagen, Virginia Community - 11 years Jessica Erickson, Grand Rapids Community - 11 years Andrea Miller, Grand Rapids Community - 11 years Tamra Swing, Grand Rapids Community - 11 years Kimberly [...]