From Our Residents and Families
At Kindred Healthcare, our hard work and efforts are rewarded daily by the patients and residents we serve. Not only are we thanked in person on a regular basis, we receive countless letters, poems and artwork showing appreciation. This story is representative of many we receive. For more letters received by this center, contact the admissions director.
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Mr. F turned 90 years old on March 19, 2008. He came to Savannah Specialty Care Center last August as a Hospice patient and was not expected to live long. His daughter even went as far as to give all his clothing and possessions away, fearing the worst. He has gone through dramatic improvements since being in the facility. He has gone from being in a geri-chair unable to walk or feed himself to being in a wheelchair propelling all over the building and feeding himself, even walking for short distances.
Now Mr. F can be found at the nurses’ stations or wheeling around the halls while singing, and – of course – flirting with the ladies. He’s a joy to have in the building and is loved by all.
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The administration of Federal Heights would like to congratulate CNA Kay Lee, who was chosen as the July 2007 Hero of the Month by the Utah Health Care Association. Kay is a valued part of our team at Federal Heights, and we are proud to celebrate her accomplishments.
“I just knew on my very first day as a CNA that this was the career for me,” said Kay. And after 35 years of service and 7 years at Federal Heights, she says that her feelings haven’t changed one bit!
When asked about her favorite part of work, Kay said, “The residents of course!” She added, “Nothing makes me happier than residents telling me that I am like family to them.”
Happily married to her husband Michael for 32 years, Kay says that working graveyard shifts for 25 years allowed them to raise four children without the need for additional childcare. Her dedication to her work and to her family is evident.
Kelly Snowball, administrator and “Hero” nominator, said that Kay’s attitude, commitment to her residents, and her overall work ethic make her a rare and valuable team member, as well as an individual deserving of recognition.
