KUDOS From Kelly ~
Our Everyday Heros

By Kelly McNamara

Bernice Addo: When trying to come up with what to say about Bernice…...I ask myself “what can not be said about Bernice?”

Bernice has been EVERYTHING to her client, Dr. P. for over 3 years. The bond between these two is amazing. Anytime you speak with Bernice, you can hear the pure joy in her voice. They act like two teenagers off on an adventure! When they drive up to peep through our office window, they are both always smiling, the highlight of any day.

Bernice has become more than a caregiver…...she has become a member of the family, always going above and beyond, stepping up when there is a need. She is even willing to stay on when a covering caregiver is needed. Bernice and her client have even quarantined together during this pandemic. Bernice is always right there making sure all her client’s needs are met.

Bernice regularly goes above and beyond what can reasonably be expected of a caregiver. Her beloved client’s spacious house is always immaculate. The meals well prepared and tasty, including meals she prepares ahead for the weekend staff. Bernice truly loves her client. She carefully plans outings and even during Covid she took great pains to insure their many excursions were both fun and safe. If anyone is interested in finding a scenic ride, great ice cream spot, lovely park or any other interesting destination, Bernice is the expert. She is always prepared with a perfect suggestion or two!

Although this year is uncertain, there have been years in the past when Bernice prepared an amazing holiday meal for her client’s entire family. And Bernice has managed to help develop a wonderful bond between her client and her husband. These two men, from very different backgrounds, are both well-travelled and fluent in French and enjoy many fun conversations.

Few 90 plus men lead such an enjoyable, satisfying and safe life as Dr. P. thanks to his amazing caregiver Bernice!
Thank you for all you do for Dr. P …and all of us!

All caregivers mentioned in this column will receive a bonus and our sincere gratitude! Many thanks to all of you for once again extending yourselves to ensure that we are of course Always There…!! ■