Care Professional Awards & Recognition
At Home Instead®, our success revolves around the work of our Care Professionals – and we make sure they know it! We celebrate Care Pros year-round through: notes of appreciation, recognition in our employee newsletter, flowers, extra time off, and even impromptu office parties.
Care Pro of the Year
This year Home Instead chose 10 Care Pros who truly stood out, demonstrating compassion and exceptional care to the older adults and families they work with. Being named a Care Pro of the Year is one of the profession’s highest honors and Home Instead’s highest accolade for our more than 100,000 Care Pros worldwide. We thank these incredible Care Pros for their dedication and service.
Get to know this year's Care Pro of the Year winners here.
Standing Ovation Care Pro Recognition
A standing ovation is considered the highest form of praise and recognition, taking applause to the next level. Each quarter, we celebrate Care Pros who have gone above and beyond in their roles and lift them up with a Standing Ovation. We thank these incredible Care Pros for their dedication and service.
CarePro of the Year 2022 - Barbara C
Barbara has been employed with Home Instead since 2019. A retired nurse, Barb brings extensive knowledge and skill to the job. She is a kind-hearted, caring woman who treats each of her clients like they are part of her own family. She is a devoted & dedicated employee, who will often pick up shifts on her days off just so that her clients do not go without care. Her clients are all so lucky & grateful to have Barb as a care pro. She dedicates her time and expertise to each of them, getting to know their needs and providing the best care. Home Instead is so proud of the work that Barb does, and we are so honoured & proud to have her on our Team. We Love Barb and couldn’t think of a better, more deserving candidate for Care Pro of the Year!
CarePro of the Month Of December 2022 - Lillian D.
She Builds Trust by always honouring her commitments and building great relationships. She Builds Trust by always honouring her commitments and building great relationships.
She Takes the Lead by advocating for her clients.
She Shares Her Heart by giving her 110% on a daily basis!
Thank you, Lillian!
CarePro of the Month of November 2022 - LeeAnn
LeeAnn is one of our incredible Home Care Heroes who enhances the lives of her clients every day!
She Builds Trust by always being on time, professional and a attentive to her many clients.
She Takes the Lead by ensuring her daily tasks are completed and the office is updated.
She Shares Her Heart by being empathetic, positive, and a joy to work with!
Thank you, LeeAnn!
CarePro of the Month of October 2022
Crystal is one of our incredible Home Care Heroes who enhances the lives of her clients every day!
She Builds Trust by being professional, attentive, and dependable no matter what challenges may arise.
She Takes the Lead by ensuring each client receives the gold standard in quality home care.
She Shares Her Heart by going above and beyond for her many clients!
CarePro of the Month of September 2022 - Sukhmani
Sukhmani is one of our incredible Home Care Heroes who enhances the lives of her clients every day!
She Builds Trust by being extremely reliable, dependable, and making sure all tasks are completed in a timely fashion.
She Takes the Lead by ALWAYS keeping in touch with the office, and reporting changes in her client’s health.
She Shares Her Heart by giving each client her full attention and going above and beyond with their care plans.
Thank you, Sukhmani!
CarePro of The Month of August 2022 - Gabrielle
Gabrielle is one of our incredible Home Care Heroes who enhances the lives of her clients every day!
She Builds Trust by supporting and encouraging her clients to the fullest.
She Takes the Lead by being detail-oriented and proactive.
She Shares Her Heart by being respectful, honest, and giving 110% to her clients.
Thank you, Gabrielle!
Felicia B. - CarePro of the Month of July 2022
Felicia is one of our incredible Home Care Heroes who
enhances the lives of her clients every day!
Felicia is always willing to take on new shifts!
She Builds Trust by being on time, honest and dependable.
She Takes the Lead by going above and beyond for her clients
She Shares Her Heart with her excellent communication,
empathy, and compassion.
Jocelyn P - CarePro of the Month of June 2022
Jocelyn is one of our incredible Home Care Heroes
who enhances the lives of her clients every day!
She Builds Trust by being extremely
dependable and on time.
She Takes the Lead with her excellent
communication and initiative.
She Shares Her Heart by being empathetic
and always putting her client’s needs first.
Catherine R - CarPro of the Month of May 2022
Catherine is one of our incredible Home Care Heroes
who enhances the lives of her clients every day!
She Builds Trust by demonstrating a great work ethic!
She Takes the Lead by accommodating her client’s
needs.
She Shares Her Heart by showing compassion and
empathy on a daily basis!
Thank you, Catherine!
We ALL appreciate you!
Jenesta B - CarePro of the Month of April 2022
Jenesta is one of our incredible Home Care
Heroes who enhances the lives of her clients
every day!
She Builds Trust by being reliable, as well as
showing respect and compassion for her clients.
She Takes the Lead by always keeping her clients’
wellbeing in mind.
She Shares Her Heart with her incredible, caring,
and empathetic personality.
Thank you, Jenesta!
Sihem - CarePro of the Month of March 2022
Heroes who enhances the lives of her clients
every day!
She Builds Trust by working hard for her clients.
She Takes the Lead by being someone we can all
count on.
She Shares Her Heart by providing the best care
she can at all times.
Thank you, Sihem!
Crystal - CAREGiver of the Month of February 2022
enhances the lives of her clients every day!
She Builds Trust by being reliable and dependable for her
clients.
She Takes the Lead by always keeping in touch with the
office.
She Shares Her Heart with her kindness, empathy, and
exceptional caregiving skills.
Thank you, Crystal!
We ALL appreciate you!
Jason S. - CAREGiver of the Month of January 2022
Home Care Heroes who enhances
the lives of his clients every day!
He Builds Trust by always picking
up extra shifts when the office calls
He Takes the Lead by following his
clients care plans
He Shares His Heart by making the
people around him smile and laugh!
Lynn H - CAREGiver of the Year 2021
stepped up in a monumental way by going above and beyond for her clients. Whether it’s picking up extra shifts, or
communicating frequently with the office, we couldn’t be more
grateful that Lynn is part of our team.
We continue to admire her for her enduring strength, resiliency, and exceptional CAREGiving skills. Her ‘ready-to-take-charge’
personality has given our clients the peace of mind and support
they rely on with Home Instead.
Thank you, Lynn!
Tanya M. - CAREGiver of the Month of December 2021
She Builds Trust by always being reliable and picking up shifts
She Takes the Lead with her amazing work ethic and dedication
She Shares His Heart by always
being present with her clients and
their families
Muriel L - CAREGiver of the Month of November 2021
She Builds Trust by being reliable and dependable to her clients
She Takes the Lead by ensuring her clients are safe and cared for like her own
She Shares Her Heart by engaging and encouraging her clients each and every day
Leora R. - CAREGiver of the Month of October 2021
Home Care Heroes who enhances the lives of her clients every day!
She Builds Trust by engaging with her clients in a professional manner
She Takes the Lead by ensuring her clients are safe and their needs are
met without asking
She Shares Her Heart by connecting with her clients and ensuring they are receiving great quality care each and every visit.
Thank you! We appreciate you!
Kehinde S. - CAREGiver of the Month of September 2021
Home Care Heroes who enhances the lives of her clients every day!
She Builds Trust by committing to
her clients and ensuring they are
properly cared for
She Takes the Lead by ensuring her clients are safe and their needs are
met without asking
She Shares Her Heart by
connecting with her clients and fostering good relationships through
love and care.
Thank you! We appreciate you!
Zalak P. - CAREGiver of the Month of August 2021
Home Care Heroes who enhances
the lives of her clients every day!
She Builds Trust by always
committing and following through
with shifts and ensures punctuality
She Takes the Lead by ensuring her
clients are safe and content with the
care they’re receiving
She Shares Her Heart by always
making those around her feel loved
and supported.
Thank you! We appreciate you!
Diane L. - CAREGiver of the Month of July 2021
Home Care Heroes who enhances the lives of her clients every day!
She Builds Trust by always
communicating with her clients and
office staff
She Takes the Lead with ambition to make a difference in her client’s
lives
She Shares Her Heart by always making those around her feel loved
and supported.
Thank you! We appreciate you!
Jennifer Y. - CAREGiver of the Month of June 2021
Home Care Heroes who enhances
the lives of her clients every day!
She Builds Trust by always being
reliable and ensures she attends her
shifts
She Takes the Lead with her
amazing work ethic and dedication to
her clients
She Shares Her Heart by always
making the people around feel
comfortable and secure.
Thank you! We appreciate you!
Kingsley E. - CAREGiver of the Month of May 2021
Home Care Heroes who enhances the lives of his clients every day!
He Builds Trust by always being
reliable and picking up shifts
He Takes the Lead with his amazing
work ethic and dedication
He Shares His Heart by always
making the people around him laugh
and smile.
Thank you! We appreciate you!
Chaima H. - CAREGiver of the Month of April 2021
She Builds Trust by always being reliable and professional
She Takes the Lead with her amazing work ethic. We can always count on her!
She Shares Her Heart by always showing compassion for the clients she serves.
Thank you! We appreciate you!
Muriel L. - CAREGiver of the Month of March 2021
She Builds Trust by being reliable
and professional
She Takes the Lead by always being
involved with her clients care plans
and care needs
She Shares Her Heart by showing compassion and dedication to all of her clients and the Home Instead
team!
Thank you, Muriel!
We appreciate you!
Kelly L. - CAREGiver of the Month of February 2021
She Builds Trust by always being on time for her shifts
She Takes the Lead by reporting client concerns when they arise to the office
She Shares Her Heart by being compassionate and dedicated to all her clients
Thank you, Kelly! We appreciate you!
Chantal - CAREGiver of the Month of January 2021
She BUILDS TRUST by always going to her clients with an upbeat attitude.
Chantal TAKES THE LEAD by working hard to make sure that she does all tasks to the best of her ability.
Lastly, she SHARES HER HEART by always going to her clients with a smile.
Chantal, thank you so much for all that you do!
Pauline C. - CAREGiver of the Month December 2020
She BUILDS TRUST by always making sure to keep her clients safe.
Pauline TAKES THE LEAD by keeping her clients activated during her visits.
Lastly, she SHARES HER HEART by with her kind and gentile attitude!
Keep up the amazing work Pauline!
June L. CAREGiver of the Month of November 2020
She BUILDS TRUST by always going above and beyond to make sure the client’s needs are met.
June TAKES THE LEAD by being prompt and reliable.
Lastly, she SHARES HER HEART by showing her caring attitude.
Thank you, June, for all your hard work and dedication!
Caroline L. - CAREGiver of the Month of October 2020
She BUILDS TRUST by always trying to ensure the clients feel included.
Caroline TAKES THE LEAD by always having a positive attitude.
Lastly, she SHARES HER HEART by her good humor and laugh!
Thank you, Caroline, for the great care you provide to our clients!
Julie B. - CAREGiver of the Month of September 2020
Julie has been with working with us since 2014!
She BUILDS TRUST by always being consistent.
Julie TAKES THE LEAD by helping out wherever she can.
Lastly, she SHARES HER HEART by her genuine joy for caring for others.!
Thank you so much Julie for all that you do!
Trevor B. - CAREGiver of the Month of august 2020
He BUILDS TRUST by always doing his best.
Trevor TAKES THE LEAD by ensuring the client’s always have a meaningful visit.
Lastly, he SHARES HIS HEART by being flexible and going the extra mile.
Thank you so much Trevor, we hear nothing but good things from your clients!
Gail T. - CAREGiver of the Month of July 2020
She BUILDS TRUST by always being reliable.
Gail TAKES THE LEAD by getting clients where they need to go.
Lastly, she SHARES HER HEART by using her many years experience to provide the best care.
Thank you so much Gail!
CAREGiver of the Month of June 2020
She BUILDS TRUST by always wearing a smile.
Jessica TAKES THE LEAD by going above and beyond for her clients.
Lastly, she SHARES HER HEART by making those around her smile and join in with her laughter!
Thank you so much all of the laughs and smiles! Keep up the amazing work.
Estelle L. - CAREGiver of the Month of May 2020
She BUILDS TRUST by always providing consistent care.
Estelle TAKES THE LEAD by always making sure all of her clients needs are met, and by monitoring and being aware of changes in her clients.
Lastly, she SHARES HER HEART by treating her clients like family!
We are so happy to have her as a part of our team!
Thank you so much Estelle and keep doing what you do best (CAREGiving)!
Hannah P. - CAREGiver of the Month of April 2020
Lillian D. - CAREGiver of the Month of March 2020
She BUILDS TRUST by always arriving on time and always being reliable.
Lillian TAKES THE LEAD by being flexible to accommodate her clients needs.
Lastly, she SHARES HER HEART by being passionate about providing quality care.
We would not be the same without CAREGivers like Lillian who always bring a positive warm attitude to every visit.
Way to go Lillian!
Chantal T. - CAREGiver of the Month of February 2020
She BUILDS TRUST by always providing care with a smile.
Chantal TAKES THE LEAD by always being aware of her clients needs and being on top of everything.
Lastly, she SHARES HER HEART by doing her best everyday!
We appreciate everything Chantal does!
Thank you so much, and keep up the amazing work!
Helen L. - CAREGiver of the Month of January 2020
She Builds Trust by ensuring that her client's needs are met by going above and beyond.
She Takes the Lead by advocating for her clients to ensure they are getting the best care possible.
And finally, Helen Shares her Heart by caring for her clients as if they were her own family, and by doing her absolute best for everyone, each day.
Helen is a very valued, loved, and appreciated member to the Home Instead Senior Care Team. She continues to be a dedicated member, bringing smiles for everyone no matter the day.
Congratulations Helen!
Nancy H. - CAREGiver of the Month of December 2019
She BUILDS TRUST by always treating clients and their families as if they were her own. She treats the clients with respect, dignity and compassion, and always arriving with a smile.
Nancy TAKES THE LEAD by ensuring she has the necessary transportation to arrive at her clients promptly and consistently. Whether it is a beautiful sunny day or an extremely blizzard, you can expect Nancy to be there.
Lastly, she SHARES HER HEART by exhibiting a caring, gentle and supportive approach to all clients. She will go above and beyond to ensure client wishes and needs are met.
Nancy's personality does not go unnoticed! We are lucky to have her as part of the Home Instead Senior Care Team!
Michelle H. CAREGiver of the Month of November 2019
Michelle has been a valued member of our CAREGiver team for many years now. She is confident and has an excellent work ethic that certainly contributes to her success as a Home Instead CAREGiver.
Michelle willingly takes on our most challenging seniors that require extra patience, confidence and exceptional personal care skills. She BUILDS TRUST with all her clients and their families time and time again. Staff from seniors residences have commented on Michelle's exceptional level of care for their residents.
TAKING THE LEAD is especially important when working within a Home Instead CAREGiver team or at a residence. Michelle alerts others about changes in care needs and reports any concerns. She is very focused on providing the best possible care.
Michelle has such a good heart. Everyone of her seniors become like family to her. She takes the extra time to make all feel special in everything she does. SHARING HER HEART so willingly and her gentle caring nature is what makes Michelle such a gifted CAREGiver.
Celeste D. - CAREGiver of the Month of October 2019
She BUILDS TRUST by always arriving on time and where she needs to be. With an ability to make any Senior feel at ease which is fantastic as she helps so many of our clients get around town.
Celeste TAKES THE LEAD by having her day organized from start to finish but is still able to adjust for the betterment of the clients she is working with. Even if that means a last-minute change.
Lastly, she SHARES HER HEART by exhibiting a caring, kind, and supportive personality Paired with her focus on making a connection with her clients but also with the family relationships as well.
We would not be the same without CAREGivers like her who always have a smile on their faces.
Way to go Celeste!
Taylor P. - CAREGiver of the Month of September 2019
She builds trust by ensuring that she brings the same kind and caring attitude to each visit and provides each client with the same quality care.
She takes the lead by taking the time to build strong bonds with each client and meeting any challenge head on with a calm mindset and kindness.
And finally, Taylor Shares her heart by making sure each client experiences her compassion and drive to ensure all their care needs are met.
Taylor's hard work has not gone unnoticed, and we are all so happy she has become a part of the Home Instead Senior Care team. Keep up the great work Taylor!
Noella T. - CAREGiver of the Month of August 2019
She Builds Trust by effectively communicating and openly expressing her thoughts, feelings and concerns to the office when it comes to her clients and their wellbeing. She Takes the Lead by her steady willingness to learnnew skills and applying the skills to her daily visits with each client. She Shares her Heart by creating a unique individual bond with each client which allows Noella and her clients to work together with ease and comfort.
We are very happy that she is part of our Home Instead Senior Care team!
Lynn H. - CAREGiver of the Month of July 2019
She builds trust by ensuring that he treats all clients with the utmost respect that they deserve and remains transparent as a CAGEGiver with the client.
She takes the lead by taking his time to adjust his care and approach to each individual and their specific needs.
And finally, Lynn Shares her heart by making sure he gives equal care and conversation time to his clients
Do You Know Someone With A Caring Heart?
We all have that someone who is a natural born caregiver. If you know a friend or family member that would make an outstanding Care Pro, someone who would easily receive a standing ovation from Home Instead, please share the career opportunity - we’d love to meet them!
Rewarding Care Careers
