Meet Some of Our Caregivers
Katherine Pemberton
- Joined Silver Leaf in 2014.
- Spent nearly ten years as a personal trainer, getting to know her clients and helping them achieve the life changes.
- She prides herself on anticipating the needs of each client.
“I know my efforts are appreciated when I see the smile on their faces, the appreciation in their eyes and the warmth of their hug.”
Paula Parks-Zetlin
Being a caregiver has taught me empathy, maturity, and possibly one of life's most useful qualities – the ability to cope.
Being a caregiver can be stressful and difficult at times. The only thing that keeps me from stressing over the situation is the empathy I have acquired.
Rebecca Koval
- Caregiver to the elderly since 2005
- Enjoys getting to know clients and learning about them
“Caregiving is much more than a job to me. It’s relationship building, it’s connection.”
Stacey Colburn
- Working for Silver Leaf since 2003.
- Doing private in-home care for the elderly since 1990.
- Experienced with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, seizures, diabetes, sleep disorders, heart disease.
“I love taking care of the elderly and helping them to remain in their homes where they are comfortable.”
Jane Davis with Norman Thompson
Jane Davis has cared for seniors for 10 years. She enjoys music and singing with her clients. Companionship, respect and a good sense of humor are her strengths. Respect is important knowing that this is an important phase in the client's life when confusion can sometimes be a part of each day. Reassurance and compassion are essential and Jane realizes each client is unique.
Lorraine
Growing up as one of eight, I learned early on that taking care of others is a natural gift and a deep responsibility.
I began my career as a Special Education Teacher’s Aide for students with disabilities during the year the new Public Law was enacted for their education.
Jane Rushford
- Silver Leaf since 2010
- Completed an intensive caregiving training program
- 25 years of experience providing private in-home care for the elderly
“I get great satisfaction taking care of the elderly – I especially love listening to their life stories.”
Kathy Thomas
- 25 years experience caring for
the elderly - Enjoys helping her clients with everyday challenges
“I find that each of my clients is
special to me.”
