PRONIA is very pleased to be celebrating its Community Care Workers on the occasion of Aged Care Employee Day (ACED 2021) on Saturday, 7 August, 2021.

This year, the organisation has another reason to celebrate: its nomination to the final phase of the LASA Excellence in Age Services Award, an award that aims to promote and recognise distinction across the aged care services industry.

“It takes a special kind of dedication to work in aged care, especially during the trying times of the year and a half of the COVID-19 pandemic,” LASA CEO Sean Rooney said.

“They all deserve our thanks for their professionalism, their warmth and their enthusiasm to help our elderly live comfortably.”

PRONIA’s CEO Tina Douvos-Stathopoulos expressed her gratitude through a printed announcement, emphasising that the message ‘Thanks for Caring’ recognises the hard work of all and celebrates their contributions to the care and support of the vulnerable members of our community.

Deputy Director and Manager of Aged & Co-ordinated Care, Nikki Efremidis, acknowledged community care workers, coordinators and all the employees in the department, including internal and external staff for their continuous dedication and commitment to the Organisation.
“All of us at PRONIA want to congratulate all our accomplished aged care workers – that’s why we’re working hard to support our workforce to gain the recognition they deserve.”

Unable to host a special celebration due to COVID-19 restrictions, the organisation sent out a ‘thank you’ hamper to staff.

“Thank you to all our Community Care workers who provided and continue to provide services during this COVID time. You are valued for your hard work and dedication that you do with your clients and carers,” Anastasia Kioussis and Fotini Zahariou, Coordinators of Brokered Services, said.

It is worth noting that last year PRONIA’s Aged and Coordinated Care Unit delivered 176,500 hours of service to the aged care community to over 700 elderly people per week through the home care packages program, individual and group social support program and respite services.

In Australia, more than 360,000 people work in the sector, contributing to the care of almost 1.5 million seniors. On 7 August, these unsung heroes are honoured for the work they do and dedication they show despite the challenges.

This week, PRONIA’s social media has been showing videos and stories featuring its commitment of care to workers.