Three Golden Living Employees Earn Statewide Recognition in Indiana

Three employees from Golden LivingCenters and Aegis Therapies have been recognized by the Indiana Health Care Association (IHCA) for their outstanding work. These employees have received awards for Therapist of the Year, Certified Nursing Assistant of the Year, and Social/Activity Program of the Year.

These individuals were selected because they go above and beyond in delivering quality care. Award recipients must excel in job performance, employee interaction and teamwork, commitment to quality care and quality of life, and community involvement.

Terri Rawlings of Aegis Therapies and Golden LivingCenter - Brentwood is the IHCA Therapist of the Year. Terri has been a Physical Therapist Assistant in long-term care for the past 22 years. She is highly regarded by her team as an enthusiastic proponent of Golden Living’s Service Excellence program.

Mona Street of Golden LivingCenter - Fountainview Place is the IHCA Certified Nursing Assistant of the Year. Mona has been a CNA with Golden Living and its predecessors for nearly 10 years. She is loved by her residents and respected by her co-workers.

Tywanna Wade of Golden LivingCenter - Elkhart is the IHCA 2010 winner in the category of Social/Activity Program of the Year. During her time heading up the activities program for Elkhart, Tywanna has continually created innovative and engaging activities, and fostered a social atmosphere that promotes a high quality of life.

"As a company, we take pride in the fact that our LivingCenters and employees are consistently recognized for providing outstanding care and excellent service to our residents," said Larry Deans, President of Golden LivingCenters.

The three award winners will be honored at an IHCA Awards Reception on Wednesday, May 26.