Our Professional Team of Caregivers Is Second to None
It takes talented and compassionate individuals to choose a career in senior living, and Friends House Retirement Community cultivates talent and compassion among all the staff and volunteers. Staff at our highly acclaimed Life Plan Community recognize and value the wealth of experience and wisdom our elders bring to the campus. In turn, Friends House recognizes the huge impact our team members have, not just our residents’ experiences but on the lives of their families and the community at large.
Working at Friends House is a rewarding experience that employees benefit from emotionally and mentally as well as financially. Here, residents’ lives are marked by opportunities for lifelong learning, social and cultural events, and meaningful contributions facilitated by resident-run committees and our dedicated staff. Friends House team members come to know residents and their families, and they become a vital part of an enriching community lifestyle. We have also introduced a Montessori Inspired Living program involving all our staff, residents, and resident families. Friends House has been awarded a Bronze Level facility credential from the Center for Applied Research in Dementia (CARD).
As a respected center of health and a trusted senior living resource for older adults around Montgomery County and beyond, Friends House is able to provide an excellent can [need to write this out] training program as well as exciting internship opportunities to students and volunteers. Additionally, our organization offers many chances for donations or mutually beneficial partnerships with local businesses and other nonprofit entities.
As you consider becoming involved in any capacity with Friends House – as a resident or family member, a funder, a staff member or volunteer, or as a partner and friend – we invite you to come in and tour our beautiful campus.
ASSOCIATE SPOTLIGHT
PARIMALA KOLLABATULA
Parimala has been part of the Friends House team for one year and brings 10 years of experience to her role as a receptionist. At the front desk, she welcomes residents, families and visitors, answers questions, assists with daily requests and helps keep front desk operations running smoothly. She also provides accounts and administrative support.
For Parimala, one of the best parts of her day is interacting with residents. She enjoys greeting people with a smile and helping them feel welcome and comfortable. Even a small act of kindness, a friendly conversation or a helping hand can make someone’s day special. That is what makes her job meaningful.
She finds it especially fulfilling to build trust with residents and their families, get to know them and know that she can help make their day a little easier and happier.
One idea that guides her approach to others is: “Kindness is a language that everyone understands.”
Parimala appreciates the welcoming and caring environment at Friends House, where everyone is treated with kindness, respect and compassion. She also values the friendly atmosphere, caring staff, activities and sense of community that help residents feel at home.
Parimala’s family and parents are her personal heroes, and spending time with family is one of the things she enjoys most outside of work. She also enjoys listening to music and cooking.
