{"id":2387,"date":"2024-01-21T16:29:03","date_gmt":"2024-01-21T16:29:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/100\/?p=2387"},"modified":"2025-04-15T03:01:36","modified_gmt":"2025-04-15T03:01:36","slug":"assisting-hands-rockford-2023-year-in-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/assistinghands.com\/100\/illinois\/rockford\/blog\/assisting-hands-rockford-2023-year-in-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Assisting Hands Rockford 2023 Year in Review"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the new year is officially upon us, we reflect back on what a wonderful year 2023 was with our most recent newsletter Assisting Hands Rockford 2023 Year in Review<\/strong>.\u00a0 For starters, 2023 marked the first full calendar year that Assisting Hands Rockford has been in operation.\u00a0 As one might expect, the year brought us many changes and new opportunities.<\/p>\n

\"AssistingWe Celebrated New Growth<\/strong><\/h3>\n

We added many new quality caregivers to our active roster, as well as new key office personnel including: a full-time scheduler, staffing coordinator (recruiting) and director of outreach and education (sales\/marketing).\u00a0 Speaking of staff, we celebrated a milestone birthday for one of our key members, Wanda.\u00a0 At a time in life when most people are looking to settle into retirement, Wanda is still going strong.\u00a0 Between her many volunteer efforts, as well as full-time employment with our agency, we are in awe of her each day and grateful to have her as part of our team!<\/p>\n

We Cherished Our Time Spent with Our Clients<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In 2023, Assisting Hands Rockford was blessed with the opportunity to provide care for numerous extraordinary veterans, many of whom we are still providing care for.\u00a0 To our dismay, we have had some clients who have passed during 2023, all of whom we are grateful for the opportunity to know and care for them.<\/p>\n

Our lives have all been enriched by the connections we\u2019ve made along the way, as it is truly an honor to serve those who have served our country.\u00a0 The growth we experienced in 2023 resulted not only in the increase in staff, but also a larger office space to operate within.\u00a0 We are now in Suite 310 at 5301 East State Street, so feel free to stop by anytime and say, \u201cHi!\u201d<\/p>\n

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We Honored Countless Veterans<\/strong><\/h3>\n

As Assisting Hands strives to connect with the veteran community, we were presented with many opportunities to do so this year.\u00a0 In October, Assisting Hands started on the path of partner commitment with the We Honor Veterans<\/strong> program, which is designed to educate on respectful inquiry, compassionate listening, and grateful acknowledgement as we work for America\u2019s veterans.\u00a0 On October 27th<\/sup>, we attended the Top of Illinois Veteran\u2019s Stand Down Event<\/strong> in downtown Rockford as a vendor providing information to veterans in need about our services as well as job opportunities for veterans to help their fellow veteran.<\/p>\n

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We <\/strong>Enjoyed Connecting with the Community<\/strong><\/h3>\n

On November 4th<\/sup>, Assisting Hands helped sponsor and participated in a 5K Run & Walk<\/strong> to benefit the Veterans Drop-In Center in Rockford<\/a>.\u00a0 Assisting Hands Rockford was not only represented during the race by a father\/son duo, but the entire office staff was on-hand to talk to all who stopped by.<\/p>\n

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We Experienced the Gift of Community Outreach\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The director of the Veterans Drop-In Center was kind enough to extend an invitation. The\u00a0 Assisting Hands staff, as well as a veteran client, were invited to attend the 82nd<\/sup> Annual Veterans Dinner<\/strong> hosted by the Veterans Memorial Hall and Museum<\/a>.\u00a0 It was truly a humbling experience to be graced by so many veterans serving our nation across many decades and spanning back as<\/p>\n

far as World War II.\u00a0 This wonderful evening was highlighted by meeting special guest speaker Chief Master Sergeant Ericka E. Kelly, who shared her inspiring story. It was about being abandoned at 5 years old in the jungles of Guatemala to later attain the highest enlisted executive leadership level in the military.<\/p>\n

\"AssistingWe Established New Community Relationships<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Veteran\u2019s Day presented two unique opportunities for Assisting Hands to be involved with.\u00a0 The first was a Veteran\u2019s Day breakfast and assembly at Winnebago High School<\/strong> <\/a>to honor veterans.\u00a0 Later that day, the YMCA of Rock River Valley<\/strong><\/a> hosted a Veteran\u2019s Day lunch.\u00a0 It was held at the log cabin along the Rock River, showing appreciation to those who have served our nation.<\/p>\n

In December, Assisting Hands officially joined the Rockford Chamber of Commerce<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0 It is the intent of our agency to connect with the community and offer assistance to those in need.<\/p>\n

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We Celebrated the Season<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The year officially came to a close with an all-agency holiday party and we are so appreciative for those we have served, as well as those who make it their mission to help others as an agency caregiver.<\/p>\n

In summary, we have had an amazing year. We are so excited to see what 2024 has in store for us.\u00a0 We continue down a path of excellence to provide the very best in care for those in need.\u00a0 If you or someone you know is in need of our care, please consider Assisting Hands Rockford. We are always looking for exceptional caregivers. Call our office any time at (815) 884-CARE (2273)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

May you and your loved ones be blessed with good health and happiness in the coming year\u2026CHEERS!<\/p>\n

ABOUT ASSISTING HANDS ROCKFORD<\/strong><\/p>\n

Assisting Hands\u00ae<\/a> can provide assistance in the privacy of their own home for you or a loved one. Our caregivers have training and experience in providing in-home care. We assist with the day-to-day activities and care, so your loved one can live independently.<\/p>\n