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Wendy Roper has worked at Steelworkers Lane, part of Harbourstone Enhanced Care<\/a> in Sydney, NS since its doors opened in 2002. As a continuing care assistant, she has had the opportunity to meet many different people, which has made for an enjoyable working experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe residents become your extended family,\u2019 says Wendy. \u201cYou do your best for them, you protect them, you love them, and you try to make their time a little more comfortable and brighter; seeing them smile, laugh, or their eyes light up makes you feel like you did something right.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The responsibility of caring for residents is something she holds near and dear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI am a caretaker at heart,\u201d she says. \u201cWorking in long term care allows me to do what I love to do.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Growing up, she knew she wanted to help people, and a career in healthcare provided the opportunity to do just that. Wendy started as a Personal Care Worker with the family-owned company in the late 1980s. Ten years ago, she transitioned into a CCA role when she was given the opportunity through the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) program; this has become a fulfilling career move. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThere are so many rewards that I can\u2019t pick just one thing,\u201d says Wendy with a grin. \u201cKnowing that those who you care for are happy and contented makes the job satisfying; seeing their eyes light up at hearing a song that has a special memory for them gives you an emotional tug.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wendy\u2019s passion for providing quality care coupled with her strong work ethic are recognized by her colleagues.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cShe\u2019s always smiling and knows her residents very well,\u201d says Jody Macdonald, Harbourstone<\/a> and Celtic Court<\/a>\u2019s Education Coordinator. \u201cShe\u2019s a very dedicated and passionate CCA who has been a mentor for many, many new employees and students.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Working with seniors is very satisfying to Wendy. She thrives on the challenges and opportunities presented by the job. Knowing that she\u2019s making a difference in the lives of residents makes everything worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Want to join our team? Learn more about Healthcare and Clinical careers<\/a> at Shannex and view the latest opportunities<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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