Hometown: Waterbury, CT
“Bukky is perfect! My Dad loves having her here. She is so gentle and skilled with his shower. Knows his every move and need. She keeps everything so clean. Honestly she is perfect. I know at this point my Dads’ needs aren’t many but I’m hoping she will stay with us as he progresses with age and illness. I only pray she is as happy as we are.” – Cheryl, Southbury
Hometown: Bridgeport, CT
“For her compassionate care of our Mom. Gizelle was such a delight to have in our home. She quickly learned our routine and instinctively supported us without being asked. She has a great skill in understanding how the patient and family feels, and anticipating and meeting their needs. As a young woman starting her career in healthcare, we believe she has tremendous aptitude and much to offer in eldercare. You mentioned RVNAhealth offers service awards to their employees who go above and beyond the call of duty…we wholeheartedly believe Gizelle is deserving of that recognition.” – Amanda T., Ridgefield
Hometown: Waterbury, CT
“Charity has truly become a beloved member of our family. Her warmth, energy, and genuine love and caring for my parents is coupled with immense competence, professionalism, and insight about what is important. By any measure, she is a jewel with a sparkling personality and an infectious smile.” – Andy G., Danbury
Hometown: Franklinville, NJ
“Nikki has been a wonderful support for her client. He has improved so much, physically and mentally, due to her exceptional care and positive spirit.” – Jessica, RVNAhealth Supervisor
Hometown: Ridgefield, CT
“The past few months have necessitated a lot of doctors appointments for my mom. Not only has Lena been completely on top of all the practical stuff – managing a rapidly changing calendar, getting Mom to and from appointments, conveying necessary info to me when I’ve been unable to make an appointment in person or by phone – but she’s also been mom‘s greatest advocate. She makes sure mom understands what’s being said in appointments and doesn’t feel that the doctors are talking over her head. Lena is always respectful and gracious throughout, but she is sure to center mom in all of these health care discussions and situations where others often “talk past” mom. She ensures my mom has a sense of control and maintains her sense of dignity, always. And this is priceless to my family.” – Vivienne L., Ridgefield
Hometown: Ridgefield, CT
“Hilary has been the best thing that has happened since we received [my husband’s] diagnosis. She has been amazing, and helps [him] participate in numerous activities throughout the day so that I can go out without worry.” – Spouse, Ridgefield
Hometown: Derby, CT
“Meisie has been a live-in aide for me for the past few months. Not only is she a great cook; she is a wonderful companion. She makes sure I eat well-made and nutritious meals. She also drives me to any appointments I may have and always helps me in and out of the car and wheels me in the wheelchair to the appointment. When a family member can’t accompany me to an appointment, she always writes down the questions that need to be asked to keep my care current.” – Judy V., Danbury
Hometown: Waterbury, CT
“Karen exemplifies what this nomination is all about. She goes “above and beyond” what her job description calls for. Karen is tireless – always anticipating my husband’s needs. Karen also helps me to keep up with household chores. Karen is always professional and lives up to the standards of RVNAhealth at all times” – P.C., Southbury
Hometown: Bridgeport, CT
“I would like to nominate Rakiya for her continued dedication to her client. She has helped to make life easier for both the client and most importantly for her sons. This is a family that is not very involved and they both have made mention of how smooth life is when Rakiya is with her.” – Mel W., RVNAhealth
Hometown: Waterbury, CT
“I am doing so much better. I give Icy all the credit for how great she is doing. On a scale of 1-10 she is an 11.5!!!!! I am so very happy with the care I received from Icy.” – Meri S., Client