caregiver of the month


Teri… We Love You so Very!

Posted on May 17th, by Mark Winter in Caregivers, OUR Caregivers. No Comments

Please join us in congratulating Teri as our Caregiver of the Month!

This week, we were excited to surprise Teri on shift with our Caregiver of the Month award. Teri was so pleased that she expressed her excitement with a happy dance!  Peter, Teri’s current client, was very complimentary of Teri and happy to be a part of the celebration too!

Teri has worked with Hired Hands for almost two years now.  She is extremely skilled in providing care, and is on our specialized Dementia and Hospice teams. Teri has worked on some of our most complex cases, and always steps into her day with a beautiful, warm smile on her face. She is providing compassionate Live-in care on a 24 hour basis. Teri is extremely caring and gentle with her clients –  always willing to help!

What do you say Teri?  “To be … Read More »



Seven Years with Lilia!

Posted on February 9th, by Mark Winter in Caregivers, OUR Caregivers. No Comments

All of us at Hired Hands Homecare are proud to salute Lilia C as our latest Caregiver of the Month!

We have had the absolute pleasure of working with Lilia for over SEVEN years now. During that time, this is actually her THIRD time being awarded as our Caregiver of the Month, and she truly deserves it! Lilia is a highly skilled Caregiver and is active on both of our Dementia and Hospice specialty teams. Lilia is one of our most requested Caregivers by clients as a favorite. Lilia has really raised the bar when it comes to providing care outstanding for our clients. She is dependable, joyful, attentive, and is always willing to help.  Everyone at Hired Hands is grateful to have Lilia on our team, as she is an absolute pleasure to work with!

Hey Lilia… what do you have to … Read More »



Thank You Zufan!

Sonoma’s September Employee of the Month

Our latest Employee of the Month is Zufan Almedom! Zufan began working for Hired Hands Homecare in December of 2015. Zufan brings to the table years of CNA experience, a positive attitude and a willingness to jump in and help when needed. Thanks Zufan!!

“I called the house to check in and spoke with Katherine. She told me Zufan has been great with her husband and she asked that we send Zufan back to cover nights whenever she can. She’s really proactive!”

 During our conversation, Becky told me that Zufan and the staff have been doing a wonderful job and Becky is glad we have her on their weekly team!

 I called Sharon to check in, introduce myself and see how Zufan had done today. Sharon told me, “Zufan was wonderful! She helped Lee with a bed … Read More »



Napa’s September Employee of the Month!

Posted on October 18th, by Mark Winter in Caregivers, Home Care Staff, Napa. No Comments

Here is Linda!

Linda Gasaway has been chosen as the Employee of the month for September.

She has been with Hired Hands Homecare a little over 3 years.  Linda has been a rock star go-to caregiver for those hard to staff 3 hour shifts.

We can always rely on Linda to show up and do an outstanding job. Her clients love her and have only high praise feedback about her job performance.



GINA is Santa Rosa’s Employee of the Month

Posted on September 12th, by Mark Winter in Caregivers, Home Care Staff, Sonoma Elder Care. No Comments

Gina is July’s Caregiver of the Month for Hired Hands Homecare – Santa Rosa! Gina began working for Hired Hands Homecare in May of 2015. She has been reliable, hard working, positive and always stays calm and centered.  She is also an extremely talented Caregiver, adept at assisting with all Activities of Daily Living, along with the skills and knowledge required to work with Alzheimer’s and Dementia clients.

“I called Deb to find out how Gina’s first shift had gone. She told me that Gina was great! Deb asked that we send her back whenever Dolores is not available.”

 Joanne says she really LOVES Gina! “She’s pleasant and has been cooking up a storm!”
Thank you, Gina, for being AWESOME!!

 



Pleasanton’s Employee of the Month

Posted on September 7th, by Mark Winter in Caregivers, Home Care Staff, Pleasanton Senior Care. No Comments

Darlene MacDonald- Darlene has worked for Hired Hands Homecare for over 3 years. Darlene is a very hard worker. She goes above and beyond to get things done.

When Darlene was in her CNA class, she finished at the top of her class and scored a 100% on her final examination.

Darlene is an animal lover. She has two dogs Casey is a Yellow Lab and Sydney is a Chihuahua. She has a guinea pig named Rose that her and her family rescued at a local park and she feeds the local stray cats.

Darlene likes to read, bird watch and take hikes. Darlene’s favorite aspect of care giving is being able to brighten someone’s day and to help them be more independent.

Darlene, THANK YOU for ALL you do!
The Hired Hands Homecare Team~






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