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2021 INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF HEALTH AND CARE WORKERS
with Grace Martino, PCAP at Leighton Aged Care Home, WA.
Caring for her grandmother at home was the spark which started Grace Martino’s career in aged care 16 years ago.
L&L: What made you want to become a care worker? GM: I was a carer for my grandmother at home for four years prior to her coming into care at which point I decided to pursue my career in aged care. L&L: What does the World Health Organisation's International Year of Health and Care Workers mean to you? GM: It’s great that we are recognised for our dedication in providing care. As care workers, we should always support, protect and work in harmony with each other. L&L: How long have you worked in aged care and when did you join Hall & Prior? GM: I started my career in aged care in 2005 and I joined Hall & Prior in 2009. L&L: What does an average day look like for you? GM: In my experience, there is no average day. We obviously do have tasks that must be completed each day but every day is very different. I love coming to work each day to a happy greeting from our residents.
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