ROD BERUBE
You don’t have to look far to find a helping hand at The Skilled Care Center at The Cedars. On most days you’ll find Rod Berube, visiting his mother, serving meals in the dining room, assisting residents at activities or quietly chatting … always with a smile.
Rod is here for at least an hour each day and sometimes up to eight hours. What inspires him to be so generous with his time? “It’s my way of reciprocating. I just try to do what I can to help,” he says. “If I had it my way I’d be here all the time.”
He admits it was an adjustment when his mother first came to live at The Skilled Care Center at The Cedars. He quickly observed how very hard the staff works to care for our residents, and began to watch and learn. “I have a tremendous amount of respect for the staff,” he explains. “I am just so thankful for the hard work they do. And until you see it for yourself, you can’t imagine the amount of dedication and compassion they show. They are really busy attending to everyone … so when I see a need for help, it’s natural to pitch in.” And so Rod began his journey as a volunteer. He has truly become an advocate for other residents whose families are not nearby; he watches out for everyone’s needs.
DAVID PAGE
David has been a part of our volunteer team here for a few years – spending his time visiting residents 1:1, helping out with special events and recreational programs in the Life Enrichment department. David has the unique ability of connecting with various residents, providing endless smiles and continual comfort. He was nominated as the Volunteer of the Year in 2010, accepting the award with a humble heart. David continues to excel in his commitments as one of our most dedicated volunteers here at The Cedars.
MARY GOFF
Mary has a long history with the Cedars. She initially started volunteering several years ago, when we were the Jewish Home for Aged on Munjoy hill. After taking a little hiatus, she is back to volunteering with us and we couldn’t be happier! Mary spends her time up at the Rehabilitation Center, helping out with the rehab patients, providing 1:1 visits, transporting residents to programs or lending her ear to someone in need. She has been a beacon of light during difficult times of transition for many.
MIKE MORELL
Mike is a long time employee here at The Cedars and a dynamic volunteer here in our community. He can often be seen helping out with special holiday events and hosting some of his own programs in our Life Enrichment department. Mike has been a great part of our team, providing extra assistance in any way he can, from transporting residents to programs and dining with residents who need additional support during meal times. He has been a true ambassador of good cheer, putting the residents’ best interests at heart! Always putting a smile on the residents faces!
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