Congratulations to Erika J, our Caregiver of the Month for September!
Erika was chosen for this honor because, along with being a nurturing caregiver, she is extremely reliable and dependable. She shows up every day for her clients and provides the assistance they need in a caring and compassionate way. She also communicates well and is an all around value to her clients and the HomeChoice team. She exhibits all of the HomeChoice values, but Erika always has a “Can-Do” Attitude with her clients. She makes sure their needs are met and she provides care at the highest level.
Erika has been with HomeChoice Home Care Solutions for over a year and a caregiver for over 9 years. When asked why she became a caregiver Erika said, “I entered the caregiving field because I love helping and caring for others. I enjoy being able to make a difference in someone else’s life. I also love the elderly.” Erika said she loves working for HomeChoice Home Care Solutions because “I enjoy working with the clients of course, but what also makes me love it is because HomeChoice Home Care Solutions treats their employees so well. They listen to us and they are so understanding. I love this company.” Erika has a true passion for her clients. She loves to do whatever activities the client likes to do, “If they like to walk, we will walk, read a book we read, do puzzles we do puzzles, do their nails, I’ll do their nails, or watch a special t.v. show we will do that. Even if it’s just to sit and talk we can do just that.”
When she is not working, Erika loves spending time with her son and family. Erika is originally from Maryland and moved here 5 years ago. All of her family still lives in Maryland except for one aunt who lives nearby. In addition to her son, Erika has a large family. She is one of 10 children and loves them all very much. Erika’s family is very important to her and her loving family centered nature shines through in her caregiving. Her other hobbies are listening to music, going out to eat and taking walks at night. She plans to further her career in the healthcare field and become a nurse.
Thank you for being such an invaluable member of our team, Erika! We appreciate you very much!