Employee of the Month: Maria, Caregiver
Maria Garcia is one of the sweet Caregiver & Med Techs that works at Renaissance Village. Maria became a caregiver because seven years ago her grandfather got gangrene on his leg. While in rehab for his leg, he had a terrible experience. The staff was mean to him and neglected his care. As a result, Maria took care of him. He said to her that when she gets older, she needs to make sure she doesn’t treat people the way the rehab staff treated him. Since then she’s developed a love for taking care of elderly people.
Maria went to school for Medical Assistance. She also has her Certified Nurse Assistant License. Maria also went to Riverside City College to get her phlebotomy license.
Maria enjoys working with residents because you can learn so much from them. She shares that they teach you without you even realizing it. Maria loves to hear their stories and is always blown away by the things they’ve done and experienced. She loves working at Renaissance Village, and shares that it’s a wonderful place to work.
Dancing with the Horses
Maria’s father trained horses on their ranch. When she was growing up she would dance in big dresses with horses at the local rodeos. She met her husband at the rodeo because he was a bull rider. She and her husband, Jose, celebrate six years of marriage. Together, they have two children, Ana and Sebastian. Maria enjoys being a mother to her two children. She acknowledges that it can sometimes be stressful, but when the kids are grateful and show love, it makes it all worth it.
When Maria is not working, she loves sleeping, watching movies and playing with her kids. She also loves crafting, she likes to sew and is also a great cook. Maria, we appreciate your sweet spirit and the love and compassion you show our residents.
