As we take note of all that we’re thankful for this month, our amazing Care Pros are right at the top of the list. Their dedication to providing the very best care to their clients is helping us redefine how older adults can age at home.
As usual, it was hard to single out just one outstanding Care Pro from each market. To do this, Client Managers and Care Pro Relationship Managers look at each Care Pro’s record of dependability, consistency, and positive visit reports, as well as stories of Care Pros going above and beyond our already high standards. The 18 Care Pros who are ultimately chosen also stand out for living the Honor Values:
- Solve with Empathy
- Own the Outcome
- Act with Honor
We’re grateful to work for and alongside these wonderful people.
Arizona Outstanding Care Pros
Phoenix Winnie "Joi" Stephenson
Joi is such a joy to work with! Joi is always willing to step up to the plate whenever needed. Her perseverance wows me every time I work with her. She is so reliable, caring and motivated to help others. Joi is consistent and an amazing person to talk to. She always goes above and beyond. And her hard work never goes unnoticed. We’re incredibly thankful to have her a part of the Honor team! — Sonya M., Care Pro Relationship Manager
Tuscon Kimberly Fox
Kim has been with us for 6 months and has made such a huge impact on some of our families in this short amount of time. She is professional, reliable, personable, and compassionate. She has worked with clients who have complex needs with such grace. Kim is someone you want to send to all of your clients to show them the quality of care Honor has to offer their loved ones. So grateful to have her on this team! — Vanessa L., Client Manager
California Outstanding Care Pros
Los Angeles Gemma Cansicio
Gemma goes above and beyond. She has worked with the same client for over 2 years and is extremely consistent and punctual. She provides exceptional care by proactively completing all care tasks daily, paying attention to every detail. Her main client has 24/7 care and Gemma works very well with all of the other Care Pros. They really look up to her and usually go to her with any questions. Gemma leaves very detailed care notes, noting everything that happens during the day with an hour-by-hour log of events. Gemma is very professional and communicative. We appreciate her very much! — Rachel R., Client Manager
Monterey Bay Janice Robbins
Janice is a hard working Care Pro who is reliable, dedicated, and selfless. We can always count on Janice to step in when we need help. She also knows how to handle any situation she walks into. She has had clients with very complex care needs and is always willing to step up and take on the challenge. — Resa G., Client Manager
Orange County Lydia Irene Dodd
Lydia always goes above and beyond for her clients. She has taken care of her current client for over 2 years. Since this client's spouse passed away not long ago, Lydia has been an amazing support system for her. — Carrie D., Care Pro Relationship Manager
Sacramento Sarah Nelson
Sarah is incredibly reliable and dedicated to her clients. She goes above and beyond to make sure that they have everything they need. She will even provide guidance to other Care Pros when she is away from her #1 client. Her time and effort are so appreciated by her clients and their families. We are so lucky to have her on our team. Thank you, Sarah! — Emma H., Care Pro Relationship Manager
San Diego Alessya Albrizzi
Alessya is always so helpful. She visits with a 24/7 client who has extremely complex needs. Alessya goes above and beyond to make sure she is there for this client, even taking a hard-to-staff ongoing Saturday overnight shift. She really is a wonderful Care Pro and we’re so thankful to have her on our team! — Gina M., Care Pro Relationship Manager
San Francisco - East Bay Dupeola Badejo-Olayinka
Dupeola is a truly dedicated and loyal caregiver. So much so that not even a move to a new city could stop her from continuing to provide outstanding care to her long-time clients. She is consistent, dependable, and a steadfast caregiver that families can rely on. Her hard work and commitment does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all you do, Dupeola! — Shannon L., Care Pro Relationship Manager
San Francisco - South Bay Rukshana Ali
Rukshana is an amazing Care Pro. She has shown great compassion through her care and is always willing to adapt to client needs. She is very dedicated to her clients and families and they all love her. — Jasmyne G., Client Manager
Santa Barbara/Ventura This Care Pro wishes to remain anonymous
This Care Pro has a wonderful, warm attitude and approach with her clients and Honor staff. She is always willing to help out in a pinch and she builds strong, long term relationships with her clients. Over her three years working for Honor, she has shown stellar consistency and has always shown up for her clients. She is professional, skilled, and kind. We are so lucky to have her. — Sarah B., Client Manager
Sonoma/Santa Rosa Renee Cutler
Renee is dedicated to her clients and her work. She is thorough and follows policies while remaining compassionate to her client's needs. Renee is extremely reliable and she truly understands the scope of Honor caregiving. We thank you, Renee, for your diligence and dedication to this field. You are truly valued. — Lauren W., Client Manager
Florida Outstanding Care Pro
South Florida Guirlande Forestal
Guirlande has been such a pleasure to work with. She is very loyal to her client and always willing to help anytime she’s needed. Guirlande provides quality care on a daily basis. Every client she's ever worked with absolutely loves her. — Krystal T., Care Pro Relationship Manager
Michigan Outstanding Care Pro
Detroit Regina Hughes
Regina is SO deserving of this nomination. She has continuously gone above and beyond in many different situations. She’s a true team player and whether she’s working with the care team or clients, she always shows initiative and a positive warm attitude. She has saved the day more than once and we cannot thank her enough for her dedication. But we’ll try: Thank you, Regina! — Kayla G., Care Pro Relationship Manager
Missouri Outstanding Care Pro
St. Louis Grace Vinluan
Grace is extremely reliable and gives her all with her clients. She has been a long-time caregiver and her advocacy for her clients shines through. She is kind, caring, and thorough in all of her work. Clients and families always enjoy having Grace on their side! I am so grateful to have Grace on the St. Louis Honor Team! Thank you for all you do! — Allison R., Client Manager
New Mexico Outstanding Care Pro
Albuquerque Zarriah Odom
Zarriah is compassionate, kind, and caring. Her clients love her, and her reliability is unmatched. It’s a pleasure working with her and we are all proud of the work she does. Thank you for all the love you provide our clients. — Terri K., Client Manager
Ohio Outstanding Care Pro
Cleveland Laura Cowan
Laura has a warm and caring demeanor that puts clients and their families at ease. She is reliable, committed, and always willing to help. She can handle any situation she walks into with grace and dedication. — Eric S., Client Manager
Texas Outstanding Care Pros
Dallas Eriste Mengistu
Eriste is reliable and is treated like part of the family by her long-time, ongoing client. She consistently delivers stellar care and is always punctual and kind. We’re so fortunate to have Eriste helping us in Dallas! — Hilary A., Client Manager
San Antonio Rosa Esquivel
Rosa is a very caring and dedicated Care Pro. She’s not only well-loved by her client, but also very reliable, and understands how important it is to show up consistently. She is a pleasure to work with and we’re grateful to have her as a part of the Honor team! — Katy B., Client Manager
Thank You!
We share our sincerest gratitude and admiration for these Outstanding November Care Pros.
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