At Amada Senior Care, we believe caregiving is more than a profession—it is a calling rooted in compassion, commitment, and competence. Every day, the trained caregivers at Amada Senior Care step into the homes of seniors and their families to provide not just support, but dignity, comfort, and hope.
On the evening of September 19, the franchise owners of Amada Senior Care gathered during our annual conference to recognize deserving recipients of the Amada National Caregiver Value Awards, a cherished tradition that allows us to recognize those who embody the very best of caregiving. We were honored and humbled to celebrate these caregivers who are extraordinary individuals, each representing one of the Amada Caregiver Core Values.
These honorees remind us that caregiving isn’t measured only in hours worked or tasks completed, but in the lives touched, the hope restored, and the dignity preserved.
Representing the Value of Compassion: Immaculata “Rose”
Immaculata, aka Rose, has been a cornerstone of compassionate care at Amada Senior Care in Dallas for the many years. Her warm personality, joyful spirit, and unwavering dedication have made her a beloved presence not only for her clients but for their families as well.
Rose’s care for her client, Mr. R—a 101-year-old World War II fighter pilot—demonstrates her unique gift. She provides far more than support with daily tasks; she brings emotional reassurance, companionship, and respect. Mr. R has said, “When Rose is coming, I know my day will get better.”
Her compassion was especially evident when helping Mr. R transition to using an electric scooter. What could have been a moment of frustration became one of laughter and resilience, thanks to Rose’s patience and humor. She doesn’t just care for Mr. R—she honors his legacy, describing her work as “taking care of history.”
Very recently, Mr. R was able to cross the room without his walker for the first time in several years. Rose, who stayed at his side while he was walking, was overcome with excitement and emotion, saying “I’m in complete awe!”
Rose embodies the heart of caregiving: empathy, kindness, and respect that transform lives.
Representing the Value of Competence: Osei
In a short time, Osei has become an irreplaceable member of the Amada Senior Care of Westborough, MA team. Known for his professionalism and calm demeanor, Osei consistently demonstrates the competence and skill needed to care for clients with complex needs.
One of his clients, a hospice patient living with Parkinson’s and dementia, requires constant supervision and adaptive care. Osei approaches each day with his client with attentiveness and adaptability, keeping the family updated on every detail and providing peace of mind during a difficult time.
Despite the challenges, Osei has built a bond so strong that his client’s face lights up at the mention of Osei’s name. Osei’s thorough documentation and proactive communication with the client’s family and the Amada Westborough office have also become training examples for other caregivers—raising the standard of care across the agency.
Osei’s competence isn’t just about technical skill; it’s about the trust, dignity, and stability he brings to his clients and their families.
Representing the Value of Commitment: Jacqueline
Commitment defines Jacqueline’s caregiving journey. At Amada Senior Care in St. Louis, she is known for her reliability—never missing a single shift and always arriving early. But her dedication goes far beyond showing up on time.
When a devastating tornado struck her community in May, Jacqueline braved closed roads and dangerous conditions to reach her client—a 93-year-old Korean War veteran with PTSD. While others were forced to shelter in place, Jacqueline ensured he wasn’t left alone on one of the scariest days in recent memory.
Her commitment continued when she agreed to provide six-day-a-week care for a hospitalized 96-year-old dementia client to ensure stability and routine. Jacqueline not only maintained his well-being but also enriched his emotional health, helping him smile and sing again after a long period of withdrawal.
For Jacqueline, caregiving is not just a job—it’s a calling, and her unwavering commitment proves it daily.
Representing the Value of Communication: Vilma
At Amada Senior Care in San Antonio, Vilma has earned a reputation as an extraordinary caregiver whose gift lies in communication. Clients and families describe her as compassionate, dependable, and transformative.
Vilma helped Ms. G, a dementia client who had become withdrawn, reconnect with the world. Through encouragement and companionship, she inspired Ms. G to once again take walks, visit senior centers, and laugh with loved ones.
She also formed a breakthrough connection with Mr. H, a traumatic brain injury survivor who had resisted having an in-home caregiver for years. With patience and respect, Vilma built trust, helping him attend family gatherings for the first time in nearly a decade. He told his family, “Life is good. Life is fun”— words they had never heard him say before.
Vilma’s communication doesn’t just improve quality of life—it restores joy, hope, and human connection.
Representing the Value of Comforting: Cheryl
“Who needs me next?” That’s the question Cheryl asks after each shift assisting clients served by Amada Senior Care in Greensboro, NC. With more than 4,000 hours of care provided, Cheryl has shown extraordinary resilience, loyalty, and compassion—often being the steady hand for clients in their final months of life.
In just the past 18 months, she has provided hundreds of hours of care to four terminally ill clients, holding their hands through their final moments. Families describe her as a Godsend, praising her kindness, patience, and ability to treat every client like family.
Cheryl’s presence has also strengthened Amada Greensboro’s reputation and culture. Families request Cheryl by name, and her positive attitude inspires both new recruits and her fellow caregivers.
One client’s family summed it up best in a review: “Cheryl brings such a kind spirit and loving touch. My family has learned from her what a beautiful example of love a caregiver can be.”
Cheryl embodies what it means to comfort others with dignity, grace, and joy.
Amada Senior Care Celebrates the Art and the Heart of Caregiving
Amada Senior Care’s annual National Caregiver Value Awards are more than recognition—they’re a celebration of the values that sustain the caregiving profession: compassion, competence, commitment, communication, and comforting care.
This year’s honorees inspire us all to remember that caregiving is not only about what we do, but about who we are. What we’ve learned about Immaculata, Osei, Jacqueline, Vilma, and Cheryl remind us of the beauty, strength, and hope that come when quality care is given with heart, compassion, and competence.
To our caregivers at Amada Senior Care office around the US: thank you, thank you, thank you(!) for being the heart of Amada Senior Care.
