September 28, 2017
The Brenda Strafford Foundation team at the 2017 ACCA IQ Conference with Alberta Care Provider of the Year Award nominees Corrie Ingalls (Winner) and Cindy McIntyre (Top 5 Finalist).
The Brenda Strafford Foundation is proud to announce that Corrie Ingalls, a Recreation Therapy Assistant on the Royal Oak unit at Wentworth Manor, was awarded the prestigious 2017 Alberta Care Provider of the Year award at the Alberta Continuing Care Association (ACCA) Inspiring Quality annual conference.
The ACCA Awards of Excellence highlight individuals or organizations dedicated to improving the quality of life of the people in their care. The Alberta Care Provider of the Year is awarded to one front-line care provider who has demonstrated exemplary client care through a commitment to quality, compassion, excellence, and enriching their clients' lives.
Corrie has been a longstanding employee of The Brenda Strafford Foundation. She first joined The Foundation in the role of Health Care Aide at Wentworth Manor from 2006-2008. She returned to Wentworth Manor in 2009, and transitioned from the role of Health Care Aide to Recreation Therapy Aide later that year. Over the year, Corrie has proven to be an exceptionally dedicated, caring, and highly valued member of the team. Her conscientiousness and devotion to residents on the Royal Oak unit has been recognized not only by her peers and supervisors, but also by the many touching tributes from family members that have been fortunate to experience Corrie's compassion and care firsthand.
"Corrie's positive and sunny personality, and enthusiasm, definitely is infectious with the residents, and energizes them daily. Her open, approachable demeanour is a great asset to assisting family members. Seeing how Corrie works with her clients reassures us that our loved ones still can do things they enjoy, and most importantly can have some life quality despite their health challenges. Corrie obviously loves and values her work a great deal, and genuinely cares for our Mom, and all of the residents she works with. She is a true blessing to all of the Royal Oak residents, and their families."
- Royal Oak family member testimonial
This is the second year running that a Wentworth Manor employee has claimed the Alberta Care Provider of the Year Award. In 2016, the prestigious award was received by Phyllis Bigelow, LPN at Wentworth Manor.
The Foundation is also very proud to announce that Cindy McIntyre, a Health Care Aide at Bow View Manor's Adult Day Program was recognized as a 2017 Alberta Care Provider of the Year Top 5 Finalist. This is another great achievement, and a reflection of Cindy's outstanding compassion, dedication, and willingness to always go above-and-beyond to support the needs and enrich the lives of her Adult Day Program clients and their caregivers.
"Cindy is a phenomenal team member and goes above and beyond to ensure that all clients (and anyone) really feel comfortable, respected, and needed. She takes the time to speak with caregivers and offer them endless words of encouragement and support. She has a gift relating with all clients, and knows how to individually communicate with everyone to make anyone feel valued and special."
- Adult Day Program Manager testimonial
Congratulations, Corrie and Cindy! The Brenda Strafford Foundation is very proud of your well-deserved recognition. Thank you for embodying The Foundation's values and always striving for 'The Preservation of Dignity and The Pursuit of Happiness' to enrich the quality of life for those we serve.
