A housekeeper at a popular nursing home in Amherstview has been recognized for her outstanding work.

Sheila Harrison, 57, is the Employee of the Month for October at Helen Henderson Care Centre.

“Shelia is an amazing employee who has been dedicated to our home for 15 years,” says Sue Reynolds, Director of Care. “She is dedicated and thoughtful in going about her day and is always finding ways to make life easier for residents and staff. We are incredibly grateful for her hard work to keep our home clean and organized.”

Pleased with the recognition, Sheila admits she likes her job.

“It’s very enjoyable,” she says with a smile. “I love the residents and the families. You get very close to them.”

According to Sheila, her approach to work is to go where she is needed.

“I put two feet on the ground and thank God I’m still here,” she says with a chuckle. “When I come into work, I try to be as happy and full of life as possible. If I can put a smile on a resident’s face, it’s made my day.”

Sheila describes Helen Henderson Care Centre as special and homey. She takes great pride in keeping the home clean and comfortable.

A resident of Belleville, Sheila is the proud mother of two adult children who she is taking to Mexico this November.

“I’m looking forward to that,” she says with enthusiasm about her upcoming trip.

When Sheila is not at work, she likes to walk her dog and attend to the daily chores in her house.

She describes herself as caring and considerate.

“I think I have a big heart,” she acknowledges kindly. “I love life and I love to laugh.”

Helen Henderson Care Centre is grateful for the good work of Sheila Harrison who takes pride in her work. To learn more about living or working in our home, please call 613-384-4585.