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"....[W]hen Barbara became the administrator, the overall climate of the home changed for the better. She made an effort to get to know the people she was there to help. Under her leadership, her staff developed activities and encouraged people to get involved in the planning of events and programs. Some of these activities included family members and I felt for the first time more a part of my mother's life there. I had an increased opportunity to participate and get to know my mother's friends, her residential environment and in general was personally able to relax and know my mother was in good hands."
Sara E. M.Ed., M.A.
Washington |
"Since my mother has been a resident, she has become a more healthy and happy person. This is due for the most part to the leadership at the facility. I have nothing but praise for Barbara and Brenda and the way that they have brought spark back into my mother's life. They show that they truly care about her as an individual. Her well-being is very important to them.
My mother has been very depressed since my father passed away five years ago. She has undergone open heart surgery and a subsequent stroke. She also suffered from internal bleeding which nearly claimed her life. Since entering this facility on the recommendation of her physician over two years ago, she has literally come back to life again. She is more independant, happier, healthier, and has made so many new friends that she calls it home.
I know that careful and thorough leadership is a big part of helping residents to achieve their maximum independence. I also know tha t the human elements of respect and dignity are of utmost importance in the daily routine of this work. Barbara and Brenda have both instilled this into the staff and it is evident by the caring nature of each of the individuals who help my mother. I have the highest regard for them as both leaders and friends."
Larry B.
California
"We came to know Brenda during a very difficult time for our family as my mother's Alzheimer's condition made it necessary for us to move her to a care facility. Often when life gives you challenges, it also provides you with angels who assist and comfort you through the process. Brenda was our angel.
She was very attentive to Mom, providing her with excellent and personalized care. She took the time to get to know Mom so that she could truly customize her care, even getting Mom to do activities that she did not want to do, but were good for her mind and body. Her patience is extraordiary as is the fact that she gives this effort to all of her patients - of which there were 40+. She is tireless. Her ability to get Alzheimer's and dementia patients to feels a sense of accomplishment and joy through her activity programs is remarkable. She provides positive reinforcement and encouragement no matter what their limitations or frustrations. Brenda is also able to calmly and seamlessly diffuse difficult situations that often arise with caring for patients with memory disorders.
Brenda is a true professional, very engaged in her work, but she is also compassionate. Her care extends to the family of the patient. Dad and I were amazed at how much Brenda knew about Mom in just a few weeks and were particularly impressed that she took time to provide us with updates when we visited. We recognized that this was above and beyond her job description and appreciated her insights.
Patients, their loved ones would benefit greatly from her expert care, participatory approach and energy. We do not know how we, let alone Mom, would have been able to make this transition without Brenda."
Michelle C.
Petaluma, CA |
"You are very special. Wonderful and kind & loving people. I appreciate you so very much. Lots of love and prayers."
* Barbara A.
California
"Thank you for your sweet smiles, encouraging words and the tender care you give us and a feeling that you are wishing the best for us. You have a lot of work to do, but give me the feeling that you are enjoying it. I love you."
* Naomi B.
California
* Residents
"As we face each days challenges, we all walk through a different path of life. Al and I had to face a lot of trials. So many times people try to do this on their own. We tried, but only found frustrations, heartaches, and sorrow between us both. There does come a time when a person has to face reality and get help for what lies in front of us. Our challenge was my sister-in-law who has the start of Dementia. With us having the full responsibility of her, we were just overwhelmed. What do we do? Where do we have her live? How do we handle her financially? Who is going to handle her needs?
Well, with the help of our daughter, we ran into two wonderful ladies, Barbara and Brenda, who filled every need we had to face. They showed us how to handle each situation when we had to face it. Their help fulfilled the following:
1. Listening to our need.
2. Showing us how to handle the day to day needs.
3. The difficulty of understanding Alzheimer's.
4. The one on one visits with the patient and family make it enjoyable.
5. Gave us articles to read.
6. Followed up with a full report on the 4 complete visits we had.
I would highly recommend both of them to anyone who has an Alzheimer family member or patient. Just remember folks, we cannot do it alone. We may think we can, but someday it may be us, and I would hope that our caretakers would accept help, be kind and understanding with us."
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