Gladis’ View of Her Job: ‘God Had Something Waiting for Me’
There’s a strong spiritual aspect to two-time Care Professional of the Month Gladis’ position with Home Instead® of Midland-Odessa, Texas. “I just think God always had something waiting for me. That is how I felt about my job,” explained Gladis, who joined the award-winning franchise in February 2025 and was honored as the office’s Care Pro of the Month in June 2025 and again in March 2026.
“I really think this is the best job in the world,” Gladis said, “because I receive fulfillment from taking care of people who really need me. By working for Home Instead and the flexible scheduling it affords me, I can still take care of my family like I want. With this job, I can pitch in and help my family financially. It’s the best thing because I was an 18-year-old stay-at-home mom when I found Home Instead, and I love it.”
Gladis added: “I just love to do something for my clients so I can make their life better and brighter. I will always be ready for the big smile they have for me when I arrive.”
For Home Instead Engagement and Training Coordinator Rozephyr Jean, there was no question about honoring Gladis for a second time in nine months. “Gladis arrives every day with a positive attitude and gives her all to the clients she serves. Her consistent works speak for themselves as this is her second time being selected as Care Pro of the Month,” Rozephyr said. “In the one year and two months Gladis has been with Home Instead Midland, she has made a powerful impact through her heart, kindness, compassion and genuine willingness to learn.”
Rozephyr pointed out that Gladis works with some of Home Instead’s most complex-needs clients, consistently picks up extra shifts and makes every effort to attend each ongoing training session. “Gladis stands out for her proactive approach – asking questions, seeking guidance and working to handle situations thoughtfully and effectively before challenges arise,” Rozephyr said. “Her communication with the office is timely and intentional, and she truly seeks to understand how to provide the best possible care.”
Speaking on behalf of Home Instead co-owners Lorena and William Shensky, Rozephyr said: “Thank you, Gladis, for your dedication, professionalism and compassionate spirit. We are so grateful to have you as part of the Home Instead Midland family, and we are proud of you!”
Gladis already has accumulated a lifetime of memories in her short Home Instead tenure. On an unforgettable day, Gladis’ huge heart melted. As she entered her client’s home, the client exclaimed: “I always look forward to Wednesday because it’s the day when I get to see you.” Gladis recalled: “That meant a lot to me.”
The client’s words rivaled another memorable day. “My favorite moment happened when I arrived at a home and the client’s eyes opened, and she welcomed me,” Gladis said. In general, Gladis added: “For every client, I want to be there for them, whether it is something such as watching a softball game with them or doing the chores they can no longer do.”
Gladis served as a family caregiver long before arriving at Home Instead. “Years ago,” Gladis remembered, “my grandfather had been diagnosed with kidney cancer, and that’s when the idea of professional caregiving started for me. First, I just started driving him to his doctors’ appointments. It was a long journey, but I was with him all the time. That was when I knew I loved to be there when somebody needed me. I just love this job, if I can call it a ‘job.’ I know I was born for this job,” she said.
