The latest There To Care Awards recipients have been announced! The awards, which focus on celebrating our values of excellence, respect, compassion and community, help us to celebrate the amazing work our people do every day.
Kaye, Customer Service Officer
Helping Hand recognises Customer Service Officer, Kaye for consistently demonstrating
unwavering dedication to the needs of residents at Copperhouse Court in Whyalla.
Kaye joined Helping Hand almost three years ago, bringing with her a wealth of administrative experience from various industries. However, transitioning to aged care was truly a career highlight, inspired by her late grandparents.
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Rob, Lifestyle Coordinator
Helping Hand honours Lifestyle Coordinator Rob for his dedicated mentorship of new staff,
his passion for enhancing residents’ lives, and his constant display of thoughtfulness and
generosity.
While the weekly bacon and eggs breakfast certainly brings smiles, Rob truly makes everyday fun and entertaining thanks to his background in the arts, performing, and running a clown business many years ago.
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Erin, Exercise Physiologist
Helping Hand congratulates Exercise Physiologist, Erin, on her recent There to Care Award that recognises her compassion and excellence in care.
With nearly a decade of experience in her field, Erin made the transition into aged care five years ago and has never looked back.
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Adriana, Residential Care Worker
Upholding the values of Helping Hand every day, dedicated and compassionate Care Worker, Adriana, is recognised in the There to Care Awards for providing excellence in care.
Since joining Helping Hand 18 months ago, Adriana has poured her heart into the role which she says goes far beyond just caring for residents’ daily needs. It’s also the empathy and emotional support she provides and beautiful connections she builds that gives her job purpose.
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Brenda, Residential Care Worker
The There to Care Awards honours Helping Hand Care Worker, Brenda, who demonstrates compassion in her daily work.
After years dedicated to raising children and working as a cook for a local footy club, Brenda finally focussed on pursuing a long-held passion that began in her teens – care work. In doing so, she has found her true calling.
Read Brenda’s story
Jyoti, Residential Care Worker and Chef
Helping Hand congratulates Care Worker Jyoti for her genuine care, true kindness and the
constant comfort she displays in her role.
Jyoti joined Helping Hand four years ago, having moved from India in 2018. She has wholeheartedly dedicated herself to the organisation; first serving as a Hotel Services Assistant for almost three years, and now works as a Care Worker at Golden Grove and a Chef at Lightsview.
Read Jyoti’s story
Cathy, Care Services Manager
Helping Hand recognises Care Services Manager Cathy for her commitment and ability to lead by example every day.
As a Care Services Manager, Cathy oversees the day-to-day activities and quality of Copperhouse Court in Whyalla, as well as combining those key duties with her skills as an Enrolled Nurse (EN) and Registered Nurse (RN).
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Bishal, Residential Care Worker
For the second time this year, Care Worker Bishal has been recognised in the There to Care Quarterly Awards, this time for his efficiency, compassion and gentle demeanour making residents, and their families, feel valued and respected.
This nomination was put forward by a resident’s family member, who has witnessed firsthand Bishal’s commitment to his work.
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Simardeep, Enrolled Nurse
As a hardworking Enrolled Nurse who consistently puts residents’ needs first, Simardeep is recognised for her dedication to her role in the There to Care Awards.
Growing up in India, Simardeep held onto a childhood dream to be a nurse, however ended up studying accounting. When she moved to Australia in 2019, she was able to chase her ambition and is now proudly living her dream career, here at Helping Hand.
Read Simardeep’s story
