Small and mighty…
We are a small and mighty team with decades of experience who find meaningful connection in our life’s work.
Here is what we believe in:
• Provide service with, not unto
• Take joy in the art of service
• To follow the lead of the elder
• Learn everyday – you must seek the lessons hidden within the mundane
• Create a harmonious environment in which to thrive
• Become a better version of yourself through mindful care reciprocity
• Be secure in yourself that you can walk alongside in the journey while remaining authentic
• Flexibility creates peaceful coexistence; cultivate this
• Enjoy the simple things
• Express and grow gratitude
• Breathe deeply
• Smile easily
• Connect
• Experience ease, respect & grace towards each other
• Recognize we are reflections – you experience what you create
• Be deeply rooted
Being well-known
If someone barged into your room and said, “I’m giving you a shower,” I don’t imagine that interaction would go well or be successful for either party.
If someone knocked, said hello and sat down & attempted to get to know you and told you a little about themselves, then and only then offered to help you…
See the difference?
These are the magic-makers that take the time to get to know you to do this thing right. So, it’s only fair you know us…
Kym
Owner, Kym Hansler, is a tenured professional community leader who specialized in making houses into homes. In Hollyhock, she has created a safe, supportive and reciprocal environment for elders, staff and their families; the definition of community. Kym’s experience is vast: successful senior living administrator, Licensed Professional Counselor, Real Estate Broker, Masters of Education, yoga instructor and Aging Services consultant. If your loved one is needing a change of environment, Kym would be honored to serve.
Sarah
Manager, Sarah Cleary is a heart-forward leader who serves her team through devoted support, continual education and a mindful approach to house-management which results in a truly harmonious home. Any elder who has been touched by Sarah’s leadership throughout her extensive senior services experience will tell you what a quality care-partner she is; for she joins the journey alongside to promote optimal functioning for all in her orbit!
Molly
What’s most magical about Molly McLean is not only her ability to connect and bring light-heartedness to her surroundings, but her consistency. It’s one thing to show up with magic one day, but to do it day after day indicates a quality of character very few have which is why Hollyhock is so grateful to have Molly on our team!
Jenn
Jenn loves artfully and deeply. She follows the lead of the elder and gets to know them so well that quickly, she predicts their needs and creates simple pleasures such as their favorite meal, all while singing and dancing through the house. She is a joy for all to be around!
Alicia
One of our elders said it best, “Alicia’s touch of the hair changes the person.”
Imagine being so well-cared for that you feel changed for the better?! Hollyhock is incredibly grateful to have such a soul-artist on our team.
Hire for heart…
We are always looking to expand our team (and maybe take a vacation every now and again) so if you have heart, we can teach all the remaining details but fair warning, you will fall in love with all of this!
CV & references to: info@hollyhocklanecarehome.com