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Home Aide Receives State Award

7/5/2012

 Patricia Scully of Saint Francis Home Care Services, Inc. is the recipient of the Home Care Association (HCA) of New York State’s Caring Award.

The annual awards recognizes those who have exhibited the compassion, skills and service that set their contribution apart, or whose actions on a particular day or over a period of time exemplify outstanding compassion in caring.

“The Awards Committee and Board of Directors concurred with the excellent nomination submitted on your behalf, and the Association is proud to honor you!” wrote Laura Constable, Senior Director of   HCA’s Membership and Operations. Scully and other award winners were hosted at a May 9 at a reception in Saratoga Springs.

Scully, a Clinton Corners resident, is a full-time Home Health Aide who carries a full case load, frequently working 12 hour days. And she will soon celebrate her 80th birthday.

“Every morning is a challenge for my clients,” said Scully. I thank God for my good health, my family and my coworkers.”

She was nominated by Cathy Regan, RN., Manager of Saint Francis Home Care Service, who said, “Pat is an inspiration to our entire home care team. She provides excellent care in a professional manner with compassion, respect, love and humor. She is much admired by everyone she meets. Pat is truly an asset to our agency.”

Scully’s enthusiasm for life knows no bounds, wrote Regan, adding, “Pat, in her spare time, jumps out of  airplanes, rides a motorcycle and helps her family take care of their farm and various animals. She then knits sweaters from the fur provided by the animals on the farm. Pat also finds the time to volunteer for her church.”