Joseph Naber OTR/L
Cassidy Lewis, COTA
Mary Giarratano, OTR/L
Themba
Themba
Hometown: Waterbury, CT
Above and Beyond Nomination: “We are nominating Themba for his excellent care of his clients in Norwalk and in Danbury. He is attentive, patient and caring, and did a tremendous job putting one of his clients at ease during his recovery time.” – Jessica and Danielle, RVNAhealth Staff
Andi
Andi
Hometown: Bridgeport, CT
Above and Beyond Nomination: “We are nominating Andi for her dedication to her clients. She recently volunteered to stay with her client during a snowstorm, when the next shift relief was delayed. Andi was committed to ensuring her client had peace of mind and no interruption in assistance.” – Jessica and Danielle, RVNAhealth Staff
Luz and Elizabeth
Luz and Elizabeth
Hometown: Bethel and Danbury, CT
Above and Beyond Nomination: “I am pleased with the compassionate care my dad has received from both Elizabeth and Luz. I appreciate Luz’s ability to anticipate his needs and wants ahead of time. It feels like she really cares. (RVNAhealth note: She does!) Both Elizabeth and Luz put a lot of effort into preparing great meals that he enjoys and helps him maintain his weight. Overall, they treat him like family and take excellent care of him.” – Richard Scallion, New Fairfield
Margarita
Margarita
Hometown: Danbury, CT
Above and Beyond Nomination: “We would like to recognize Margarita for truly going above and beyond, even in times of extra challenge. Margarita walked to a client’s home in one of our recent snowstorms to be there for her. She arrived and found the client in need of medical care, which was thankfully received in a timely manner due to Margarita’s steadfast devotion to her clients.” – Jessica, RVNAhealth Staff
Meisie
Meisie
Hometown: Derby, CT
Above and Beyond Nomination: “I want to recognize Meisie for the help she provided to our client and their family while I took time off from work. I am always concerned about taking time off because I have a very good rhythm with our client, and I don’t want her to experience any stress. But the client’s family was so happy with the care that Meisie provided while I was gone. It felt as if I never left. I want Meisie to know what a great job she did and how much everyone appreciates it.” – Fiona, fellow RVNAhealth Caregiver
Betty
Betty
Hometown: Danbury, CT
Above and Beyond Nomination: “Betty is absolutely amazing and patient. Nothing is too much trouble for her, from the simplest things such as making sure my mom eats, to bringing her shopping and to the hairdresser. These things may seem small to anyone, but they are very huge to my mom. At times, my mother can be challenging, but Betty always calms her down and is always polite.” – Michael Johnston, Redding