Home Care Staff
Many Thanks to Estefania!
Estefania began working with Hired Hands in April of 2014 after earning her CNA certificate at Santa Rosa Junior Collage. She has worked with a number of clients ranging in several different levels of care.
“It’s very rewarding, working with seniors. Sometimes a simple gesture is all it takes to make a difference in someone’s day! Simple things that we take for granted can be really challenging for seniors to do for themselves. It makes me so happy and grateful for what I can do to help.”
“I had been working with client for about a year when I began to notice a decline in her condition. Then I began to notice other differences and she was becoming more withdrawn. I notified the office and they worked with the family to increase her care. Shortly after, she got pneumonia, we … Read More »
Celebrating Diversity and our Neighbors in Mexico
Happy Cinco de Mayo!
Today is a day of festivity, of celebration, of color and of magic. Hired Hands Homecare is truly honored to work so closely with many, many members of the Latino Community, who make such a critically significant and important impact on the lives of the families we work with. While most of us honor and observe this day as a light and festive holiday, we recognize the immense importance of this day to the nation, history and culture of all Latinos. We can only hope that those in Washington, and across the country, can possibly re-evaluate the value and importance of our great neighbors to the south.
In the name of familia, of history and of independence, and honor… a happy Cinco de Mayo to all!
Sincerely,
The Hired Hands Homecare Family
What it’s All About…
The Holidays can be an especially difficult time for families. It is also a time that our Team can band together, and do some of our most important work. Below is a letter we just received, that truly honors the importance of not only What we do, but How we go upon it.
December 7, 2016
Staff at Hired Hands Homecare
10 Commercial BLVD, Ste 102
Novato, CA 94949
Dear Friends at Hired Hands,
Thank you so much for honoring the life of Rody with the planting of a tree in his name. That is a lovely way to be remembered, and will be appreciated by our family.
Each day I think of the fine people who were involved in Rody’s care. I think of the consistent and constant arrivals with a smile and a good morning … 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!
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
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
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~
Renette Got Caught!
Santa Rosa caught a caregiver in action! Renette has been a long time valued team member with Hired Hands. She is one of the most dedicated, compassionate, and hardworking caregivers we know. While doing a home visit with her client of over a year I was impressed with the rapport that she has developed with her client and the family. In fact, the client’s husband bragged that a Dr. had also been so impressed that he asked what company she was with so he could refer in the future. That speaks volumes in itself! That’s how Renette got caught “Caregiving in Action”
Napa’s Employee of the Month
Diana Perales was chosen for employee of the month, for her dedication to her clients. Diana goes above, and beyond for her clients and their families. She also works with our special needs clients, and they all fall in love with her. Diana is a team player, collaborating with hospice, and home healthcare to make sure all the protocols are followed daily. She’s always willing to help the office when she can.
Diana has 7 years of care giving experience. Diana is highly skilled in hospice, paralysis and dementia/alzheimer cases.
She’s a very easy-going, and enjoys working with all kinds of clients. Diana is an excellent cook her favorite foods to cook are: mexican, italian, american & Mediterranean. In her spare time she enjoys reading, shopping and traveling.
Diana has completed her First Aid, and CPR training, and Hired Hands Defensive Training course. … Read More »
Cynthia Is Santa Rosa’s Caregiver of the Month!
Hired Hands Homecare’s Santa Rosa office is PROUD to announce Cynthia A. as our most recent Caregiver of the Month!
Cynthia has worked for Hired Hands since November 2015 and has been an amazing addition to our team. She is always willing to take a last minute shift for us and help out with on-call. One of her most important traits is that Cynthia regularly communicates with the office, and updates us regularly on the clients she is working with, which helps us provide the best care possible. She is a team player and we are proud to have her as our April Caregiver of the Month!
Of course, we love Cynthia, and all of her talents that make a daily difference with our Clients. Recently, Linda P., Cynthia’s Client’s daughter noted “Cynthia has been a great help with my Mom over the … Read More »
