At Sahara Home Care, we believe that the heart of our homecare services is our dedicated and compassionate team. That’s why we recently held our semi-annual staff meeting on Tuesday, December 17th, to not only share important updates and training but also celebrate the hard work and commitment of our amazing staff.
Recognizing Excellence in Our Team
The heart of our meeting was the recognition of the incredible work our staff has done this year. We took a moment to celebrate individuals who have gone above and beyond in delivering exceptional care to our clients. These team members have demonstrated excellence, compassion, and dedication to improving the lives of the elderly individuals we assist every day. We are beyond proud of their accomplishments and grateful for their contributions to our mission.
Award Winners: A Round of Applause for Our Outstanding Team!
This year, we had a number of deserving individuals and teams who were recognized for their hard work and dedication. The awards covered various categories, from creativity and quality work to outstanding support and visionary leadership. We are thrilled to announce the winners:
Quality Work Awards
- Uraibah Ghogha, CCP Supervisor, Devon location
- Clarissa Quinones, CCP Supervisor, Crystal Lake location
- Mariam Memon, CCP Supervisor, Bolingbrook location
Most Referrals
- Humema Zainuddin, TTP Coordinator, Lombard location
Outstanding Work Award
- Rashida Shaikh, CCP Supervisor, Lombard location
- Sahar Iqbal, Receptionist, Skokie location
- Amela Cehic, CCP Supervisor, Devon location
- Stephanie Hubert, EVV Coordinator, Melrose Park location
- Harprit Kaur, CCP Supervisor, Hanover Park location
- Areen Almuheisen, Supervisor In-Charge, Justice location
- Jennifer Reyes, CCP Supervisor, Albany Park
- Harvi Patel, Receptionist, Mount Prospect location
- Arely Gonzalez, EVV Coordinator, Crystal Lake location
- Mary Dismuke, CCP Supervisor, Rockford location
Special Recognition Awards
- Jennifer Rodriguez, Billing In-Charge, Skokie location
- Latifa Hammadi, HR Generalist, Skokie location
- Magali Martinez, Office Support, Melrose Park location
- Marcela Frausto, Outreach Coordinator, Justice location
Creativity Award
- Orietta Dasso, Outreach Coordinator, Elgin location
Mood Booster Awards
- Saima Karim, CCP Trainer, Lombard
- Aqusa Hockla, Supervisor In Charge, Hanover Park location
- Edwin Carvajal, Maintenance Support, Bolingbrook location
Silent Star Awards
- Zubair Akhoon, Outreach Coordinator, Lombard location
- Aleena Karim, Program Director Assistant, Lombard location
- Mustafa Ismail, Billing Coordinator, Skokie location
- Faryal Khan, HR Assistant, Skokie location
- Youssef Akouz, IT Support Coordinator, Skokie location
- Misbah Javed, CCP Supervisor, Melrose Park location
- Courtney Wilbrandt, CCP Supervisor, Elgin location
Best Dressed Professional Awards
- Mirza Mohammad Anas Baig, EVV Coordinator, Lombard location
- Charlyne Claudio, Billing Coordinator, Skokie location
- Farwa Qamar, CCP Supervisor, Skokie location
- Fatima Borjanovic, Internal Auditor, Devon location
Visionary Leader Awards
- Latifa Hammadi, HR Generalist, Skokie location
- Yoena Torres, Billing coordinator, Skokie location
Courtesy Awards
- Afrozeh Abedi, CCP Supervisor, Lombard location
- Wajiha Iqbal, Outreach Coordinator, Lombard location
- Zahid Qureshi, Outreach Coordinator, Skokie location
- Ashaben Gandhi, Benefits Coordinator, Elgin location
- Robin Rogers, Receptionist, Crystal Lake location
- Kenia Merino, CCP Supervisor In-Charge, Albany Park location
- Jayshreeben Shah, Office Support, Skokie location
Exceptional Support Awards by TTP
- Cecilia Barriuso, CCP Supervisor, Lombard location
- Maryam Rana, CCP Supervisor, Skokie location
- Rabia Khan, CCP Supervisor, Devon location
- Na-Asia Berry, CCP Supervisor, Melrose Park location
- Onaiza Umer, CCP Supervisor, Hanover Park location
- Zoobi Sameer, CCP Supervisor, Bolingbrook location
- Liana Campos Martinez, CCP Supervisor, Justice location
- Roaa Alwawadeh, CCP Supervisor, Albany Park location
- Nipaben Patel, CCP Supervisor, Mount Prospect location
- Joseline Perez Martinez, CCP Supervisor, Elgin location
MVP Award
- Ahmed Raza, HR Coordinator, Lombard location
In addition to honoring the achievements of our seasoned staff, we also took the time to welcome and introduce our new hires. It’s always exciting to bring fresh faces into the team, and we’re thrilled to have new members join our growing family of caregivers. Their enthusiasm and commitment to making a difference in the lives of our clients are already evident, and we look forward to supporting them in their journey with us.
Location of the Year: Congratulations to Skokie!
In addition to recognizing individual excellence, we also celebrated the outstanding performance of our teams across different locations. This year, we are thrilled to announce Skokie as our Location of the Year! This location stood out for its exceptional team efforts, high-quality care, and consistent dedication to our clients. The Skokie team has gone above and beyond to uphold the values of compassion, professionalism, and integrity that define our agency. Their hard work and commitment have truly made a difference in the lives of the families they serve, and we couldn’t be prouder to honor them with this well-deserved recognition.
The Skokie team’s collaboration and tireless efforts serve as a model for the entire company, and we are excited to see them continue to shine in the coming year. Congratulations to the entire Skokie team for your incredible achievements!
Employee of the Year: A Special Recognition for Miss Bindal Shah
This year, we were especially proud to recognize an outstanding individual who has gone above and beyond in her role. Miss Bindal Shah was named our Employee of the Year for her unwavering commitment to excellence, compassion, and dedication to the individuals she serves. Bindal’s positive attitude and ability to build strong relationships with both clients and colleagues have set her apart as a true leader on our team.
Her dedication to our mission and her tireless work ethic have had a lasting impact on the lives of our elderly clients, and we couldn’t be more grateful for everything she has done for the company. Bindal’s recognition as Employee of the Year is a testament to her consistent excellence and the high standard of care she provides every day. We are proud to have her on our team and look forward to her continued success with us.
Looking Forward to a Bright Future
As we move into the new year, we remain focused on our mission to provide personalized, compassionate, and professional care to the elderly. Our staff meeting reinforced that our team is the backbone of our company, and we will continue investing in their growth and well-being so that they can continue making a positive impact on our clients’ lives.
Thank you to all of our team members for their hard work, dedication, and passion. Together, we are making a difference – one day, one client at a time.
Stay tuned for more updates from Sahara Home Care, and here’s to an even more successful year ahead!
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