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Care Professional Awards & Recognition

At Home Instead®, our success revolves around the work of our Care Professionals – and we make sure they know it! We celebrate Care Pros year-round through: notes of appreciation, recognition in our employee newsletter, flowers, extra time off, and even impromptu office parties.

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Do You Know Someone With A Caring Heart?

We all have that someone who is a natural born caregiver. If you know a friend or family member that would make an outstanding Care Pro, someone who would easily receive a standing ovation from Home Instead, please share the career opportunity - we’d love to meet them!

Beatrice Kissi - December 2023 CarePRO of the Month

Beatrice caregiver of the month for December 2023

Beatrice has been an invaluable live-in for our caregiving team, and her impact has been truly remarkable. Over the past year, Beatrice has demonstrated an extraordinary level of patience, empathy, and skill while caring for someone with unique needs. Beatrice approaches her responsibilities with a blend of kindness and professionalism, creating a supportive and comforting atmosphere for those she assists. Beatrice's unwavering commitment to providing quality care and support to her challenging client reflects her exceptional professionalism and genuine concern for the well-being of others. Her positive attitude and perseverance make a significant difference in the lives of those she cares for, and we are truly grateful for Beatrice's remarkable contributions!

Jeanne Fix - November 2023 CarePRO of the Month

Jeanne Fix - November 2023 CPoM

Jeanne has proven to be an exceptional caregiver whose compassion and dedication to her work have had a profound impact on those she cares for. Over the past year, Jeanne has consistently gone above and beyond to provide unwavering support, demonstrating a genuine concern for the well-being of her clients. Her empathy and kindness create a nurturing environment, fostering a sense of comfort and trust among those in her care. Her ability to connect with individuals on a personal level, coupled with her exceptional organizational skills, ensures that every aspect of caregiving is approached with diligence and a warm-hearted touch. Thank you for your outstanding service and dedication to the well-being of others, Jeanne!

Nana Kyerewaa - October 2023 CarePRO of the Month

Nana caregiver of the month for October 2023

Nana is one of our extraordinary live-in caregivers who accepted a particularly challenging case after a long search for suitable matches. She jumped into the situation and took full ownership and provided exceptional care while displaying commendable patience. She presented open communication and was very flexible when it came to the additional needs of her client. Nana went on to accept a temporary case that was challenging to fill and she transitioned seamlessly with confidence and grace. She is a truly valued caregiver and we appreciate all you do!

Mary Ward - September 2023 CarePRO of the Month

Mary Ward - September 2023 CPoM

Mary has been amazing! She often gets shuffled around in the schedule, but she doesn’t let it break her stride! She is very flexible and will travel to any client or work any shift that we may present. She has taken on some of our most challenging cases over the last year and has proven that she can tackle anything with a smile on her face! She has been able to effectively meet her clients’ needs and build positive and trusting relationships in the process.

Theodora Okeyre - August 2023 CarePRO of the Month

Theodora, the caregiver of the month for August 2023

Theodora is just the sweetest, most kind lady from top to bottom! She is very patient with her client, has a fantastic sense of humor and she genuinely enjoys the work that she does! She participates in all of our employee advancement and educational benefits, and she is constantly looking to gain knowledge and expertise in her field. She says herself that “knowledge is power!”

Gloria Schweizer-Waiters - July 2023 CarePRO of the Month

Gloria, the caregiver of the month for July 2023

Gloria is always very dedicated to her job responsibilities and clients. She is proactive in communicating and calling the office with her open availability and she has been a true team player by often staying late on shifts if needed. She accepts our hard to fill shifts and she has been one of our “Go-To” employees.

Consuelo (Connie) Richelson - June 2023 CarePRO of the Month

Connie, the caregiver of the month for june 2023

Connie has always had the most pleasant disposition and she is so very sweet! She has helped us so many times when we were in a pinch, and she has the ultimate 5-star work ethic! Even though we know she is a very busy lady, we can always depend on Connie, and we are so very thankful!

Maria Eager - May 2023 CarePRO of the Month

Maria, the caregiver of the month for May 2023

Maria came onboard with home Instead under some very fortunate circumstances! She walked through our door looking for a job and we hired her on the spot! Since then, she has proven to be an asset to our staff and has become a trusted and dependable caregiver to some very challenging clients. Keep up the great work, we really lucked out!

Diana Bayer - April 2023 CarePRO of the Month

Diana - April 2023 CGoM

Diana has always been an All-Star caregiver here at Home Instead, but she has been exceptional over these past few months! She has been very flexible with our office requests, she has accepted shifts on short notice, and even adjusts her personal schedule to accommodate us and her clients. She goes above and beyond, and we truly value her work ethic!

Deb Barrett - March 2023 CarePRO of the Month

We are happy to announce that Deb Barrett has won CarePRO of the Month for March 2023 and with it a $100 gift card.  Deb came back to Home Instead after some particularly challenging times and we are so happy she did! She is a bright smiling face walking into the office, and she has shown to be as dependable as they come! She has taken on extra shifts to help her client and the office when needed and has been such a great match for many of our clients!

Heidi Mullin - February 2023 CarePRO of the Month

We are happy to announce Heidi Mullin has won CarePRO of the Month for February 2023 and with it, a $100 gift card!  Heidi has been an asset to us for a little over 4 years! During that time, she has shown extraordinary reliability and has been a steady team player. Her loyalty is unmatched as she took on extra shifts to help her client in need. We could not be happier to keep CarePROs and clients satisfied all around!

Maryann Beneduce - January 2023 CarePRO of the Month

We are happy to announce Maryann Beneduce has won CarePRO of the Month for January 2023 and with it a $100 gift card.  As Maryann celebrates her 1st anniversary with Home Instead, we would like to recognize her for the many amazing qualities she brings to the table. Maryann is extremely caring, thoughtful and accommodating, not only to her clients, but to the office staff as well. She is very accessible and responsive, and she is always willing to go above and beyond for her clients!

2022 CarePRO of the Year: Shana Olender-Davidson

Congratulations to our Care Pro of the Year for 2022!

Since joining our team in 2021, Shana has played an integral role in the success of the company. It takes a very special person to be a CarePRO to seniors and Shana does it with grace and poise. Shana's clients frequently comment on the quality of care she provides and how she delivers it with the utmost kindness and consideration. Her skills and knowledge base as a CarePRO is hard to come by and it allows her to provide a level of care that most would envy. Beyond all of that, Shana provides open and honest communication with the office staff and is always willing to fill last minute, challenging shifts. Shana is an amazing asset to our Home Instead team and to the clients she cares for. We are all truly blessed to have her and couldn't be happier to have her as our CarePRO of the year for 2022!