Greenview Residential Care Home, are constantly inspired by the incredible resilience and dedication of their team members. One of thier shining stars is Olena Hlushchenko, who joined thier family two years ago after fleeing the war in Ukraine. Despite the enormous challenges she faced, including language barriers and the trauma of war, Olena has become an irreplaceable member of thier team, bringing joy and positivity to both the residents and her colleagues.

Olena was once a pathologist in Kyiv, but when the war escalated, she was forced to leave her home and her loved ones behind, seeking safety with her daughter in the UK. Even with so much uncertainty, she remained determined to create a life for herself here. After joining Greenview Residential Care Home, Olena worked tirelessly to care for their elderly residents, demonstrating an eagerness to learn and grow in her new role. Her dedication was evident, and while her English skills were initially a challenge, her commitment to improving herself was unwavering.

During a brief return to her home in Ukraine, Olena experienced the heartbreaking reality of living so close to the conflict. The constant threat of violence from the nearby Russian border was too much, and she made the brave decision to return to the UK. With the help of an English course, she continued her work with us, her language skills growing stronger by the day.

Despite all the turmoil in her life, Olena always remains positive, never allowing her personal struggles to affect her work or her interactions with others. Her happy, bubbly personality has made her beloved by all at Greenview. It is clear that Olena has not only overcome tremendous adversity but has thrived, turning her challenges into an opportunity to bring joy and hope to others.

To show our appreciation for Olena’s hard work, dedication, and resilience, we were thrilled to gift her a Theatre Voucher. Olena was both delighted and surprised to receive the voucher, as she never expected to be the recipient of such a thoughtful gesture. Her disbelief turned into genuine gratitude, and it was a pleasure to see her so happy.

Olena’s story is one of strength, determination, and the power of a positive attitude in the face of adversity. They are proud to have her as part of their team and look forward to many more years of shared growth and success.

Quote from Olena:

"I was so delighted and surprised when I received the theatre voucher. Even though you had told me, I couldn’t believe it at first! Thank you so much for making this happen."

We at Pollard's Promises believe in the power of kindness and are honoured to be part of Olena’s journey. Her story is a testament to the incredible people who make our care homes so special. Thank you, Olena, for everything you do!

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