Care Professional Awards & Recognition

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!

January 2024 Care Pro of the Month: Melissa S.

We are celebrating January’s Care Pro of the month Melissa S. Melissa has a heart of 24 carat gold! She is the type of person that truly cares deeply for people. She loves what she does and it shows! Her clients adore her and we do too! Melissa ensures that her clients are well taken care of, that their needs are met both physically and mentally. She leads with a smile. Melissa embodies our Mission Statement of Honoring God by exceeding Expectations of Everyone we encounter through the care we provide. Congratulations Melissa.

November 2023 Care Pro of the Month: Glace Z.

We are so pleased to announce Care Pro Glace Z. as November's Care Pro of the Month. From the moment that we met Glace, we sensed such a sweet spirit about her. She lights up rooms with her beautiful smile. She loves helping people and making them feel special. She has a warm presence about her and that makes her client's feel at ease with her. She is such a devoted team player by covering unassigned shifts to ensure that seniors have care. Glace, may you be blessed for all that you have done!

October 2023 Care Pro of the Month: Cheryl Ann

We are happy to announce Cheryl Ann as our October CARE PRO of the month. Cheryl Ann leads with her sweet spirit. She is always looking for ways to keep her clients engaged. Staffing Coordinator Mary shard "Cheryl Ann is a sweetheart, she is such a blessing to us and her clients. Client Care Coordinator Chelsey shared that "Cheryl Ann picks up extra shifts when needed to ensure coverage for her clients and her clients adore her". Way to Go Cheryl Ann for exceeding expectations!

June 2023 Care Pro of the Month: Lorraine D.

Lorraine became a Home Instead Care Pro last March. During this past year with us, she has been a reliable, dependable and a wonderful companion to her clients. As part of a 24/7 care team, Lorraine has a calm assurance in the care she provides. She has stepped in and provided additional care and coverage when needed to ensure that the clients always have consistent care. Lorraine lives out our mission statement by exceeding expectations through the care she provides. Way to Go Lorraine! We applaud and appreciate you!

May 2023 Care Pro of the Month: Ollie B.

Ollie came to us in April of 2016. She embodies the qualities of an extraordinary Home Instead CARE PRO, she is reliable, dependable, compassionate, proactive and responsive. Ollie has a calm assurance in the care she provides. She also has a great sense of humor and laughs easily with her clients. One instance when the family cat brought a "present" through the pet door and let it loose in the house, Ollie donned gloves, mask and with a stick to carry the critter back outside, with the client laughing the whole time. Ollie enjoys her client and her client so enjoys Ollie's company. What a great match! We are pleased to honor Ollie as our May Care Pro of the month. Thank you Ollie, for being the BEST part of Home Instead.

April 2023 Care Pro of the Month: Julie S.

Julie joined Home Instead in 2015. Julie has had several clients, both male and female, through the years, including those with increasing dementia and heavy personal care needs. She has been with her current male client since 9/2018, providing guidance, companionship, transportation support and wellness, all with a compassionate spirit. Julie epitomizes our April value of "People Smart", or another descriptive "intuitive." For all your years of dedicated service to your clients and Home Instead, we honor you - Julie You are amazing!

March 2023 Care Pro of the Month: Angela M.

A round of applause for Care Pro Angela M. You have been chosen as March's Care Pro of the Month! Angela came to us in August of 2022. From the beginning, she has excelled in her role even with challenging clients. Angela is very reliable making sure that her clients get the care that they need; going above by staying with a client during a medical emergency and taking care of her pets while she was in the hospital. One of her clients shared, "She loves Angela so much, she cares and supports me."

Congratulations Angela, you are living out Home Instead's Mission Statement by Exceeding Expectations through the Care you provide!

January 2023 Care Pro of the Month: Phyllis D.

Phyllis joined Home Instead on 10/26/2022. She has been an independent caregiver for personal clients, as well as caring for her father-in-law and grandmother. One of her current assignments is an overnight shift with a long-time client. Phyllis is always on time, in fact, usually early to her shifts and has already built a close relationship with that client. She is also one of the first CPs to respond to our requests for last minute fill-in shifts, taking on a variety of clients to date. She has an infectious smile and a warm personality that encompasses all who meet her. She is also a crafts person. Our office was presented with her lovely tinsel Christmas Trees!

We greatly appreciate Phyllis’ exuberant willingness to provide service to any of our clients. Thank you, Phyllis!!

December 2022 Care Pro of the Month: William “Bill” H.

A huge round of applause to William “Bill” H. our December’s Care Pro of the month. Since joining Home Instead Bill has quickly become a reliable, resourceful and inventive Care Pro for his client. He client was declining when Bill began working with him. Now they go for outings and lively conversations. His client is thriving under Bill’s care and has become a trusted friend.

Thank you, Bill for sharing your vitality with your client and our Staff. You truly are making a difference in the lives of Seniors! God Bless You!

November 2022 Care Pro of the Month: Shelby S.

Shelby joined Home Instead on 12/13/2021.   She has been an independent caregiver in Daycare settings for over 30 years.  She provided care for family members, as well including her father-in-law and grandmother.  Her current assignment is with a long-time client who enjoys working out every day at our local YMCA and Aquatics Center, which means she reports to her shift every weekday morn at 4:30a to accompany him on his workout and daily errands until early afternoon.  Shelby approaches her unique schedule with grace and good humor.  She is always on time and has built a close relationship with that client.  In fact, she usually volunteers to cover extra shifts when his other Care Pros need time off.

We greatly appreciate Shelby’s reliability and willing nature to provide service to our unique client. Thank you, Shelby!!!

October 2022 Care Pro Standing Ovation: Alice G.

Let's give a round of applause to Alice G.

Alice has cared for many Home Instead clients over the years. She is a GREAT example of what a true CARE PRO should be (loving, caring, reliable, thoughtful, proactive). The clients she has cared for over the last 16 years have always given high praise for her dedication to the clients and their families. She has even had a hand in making Dianne a better HR Manager and Service Coordinator! Well done Alice, we are thrilled to recognize you!

Care Pro Rookie Shout Out: Harlie

New CARE PRO Harlie stopped by the office today to share how much she loves her new client. We had the pleasure of sharing that the client feels the same way about her!

What a wonderful feeling it is knowing that your client is getting exceptional care and that our CARE PRO's are truly appreciated! Now that is a great day!

September 2022 Care Pro Standing Ovation: Carlos P.

A huge shout out of September's CARE PRO of the Month, Carlos!

Carlos came to us back in June and has been a fan favorite. HR/Staffing Manager Dianne said "He is one of our CARE PRO's in a pinch that helps to ensure that his client has care, he is dependable and always has the best attitude." Recently Carlos went to a new client's home that was very resistant to care. By the end of the shift the client called to increase more hours with Carlos! Way to GO!!!!!

Carlos is living out our Mission Statement by Exceeding Expectations through the compassionate home care we provide!

August 2022 Care Pro Standing Ovation: Fredonia H.

Drum Roll Please.............. Congratulations to an extraordinary Care Pro Fredonia H., for being nominated CARE PRO of the Month!

Fredonia's devotion, strong work ethic and caring spirit shines greatly in her client's home.

HR/Staffing Manager Dianne says "Fredonia goes the extra mile to ensure that her clients' have care, it is evident how much she cares for them".

Thank you Fredonia for truly making a difference and being such a wonderful Home Instead Ambassador. We are so proud of you!