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Making Mealtime an Experience: ‘Helping people is the biggest part of what we do.’
“I was raised around older adults,” Nicole Norton says, as she discusses a youth spent mostly with her sister, her grandma, and her great aunt, who lived in a senior apartment building. She and her sister would go door-to-door, asking if they could help take out garbage or do dishes or any other chore. That helping spirit stayed with her all her life.…
Park Place of St. John
“Life’s just easier here.” - A Park Place of St. John Testimonial
It didn’t take long for Herb & Kathleen to settle in at Park Place. They love the exercise classes (“I’ve lost weight since moving here,” Kathleen says, excitedly), Wii bowling, Bible study, and other activities, and they’ve met so many new friends. They also appreciate the way the staff has stayed involved in their lives. “They’re such caring staff,” Herb says. “They have such a sincere, Christian love for everyone here.”…
Royal Atrium Inn
Devoted in Love: Receptionist’s Love for Seniors Drives Her Work
At Royal Atrium Inn’s recent 25th anniversary celebration, Sue Kalinowski was one of six staff members recognized for serving over 20 years. And while she’s been at Royal Atrium Inn for almost 23 years, she has been in the Providence family even longer, having served at another Providence community for several years before having children. …
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The Smiles Are The Reward: Receptionist Eyes Opportunities to Help
Corin Miller’s job as a receptionist at Village Woods includes answering phones, greeting visitors, and being the gatekeeper for the building. But for Corin, the main part of the job is all about observation. “I see everyone,” Corin says. “They pass by me on their way to lunch, or to an activity, or on their way out of the building. I always look out for ways to help.”…