When I joined NMT in 2006, there were only 4 projects run by the Trust. It was a small organization and what really attracted me was the passion of the founders and their involvement in the day to day activities. The uniqueness of this organization has been that it has studied the problems of the elders and came up with need-based solutions that have appealed to the elderly, their families and the community. The journey has been very rewarding and I am happy that we have been able to touch the lives of so many elders. Their blessing has been the strength behind our constant strive for excellence in age care.

When I joined as a caregiver, I did not know much about the job. Even during the training I was not sure whether I would be able to do this. After working at ETCM - NDCC unit for two years, I can say that this is the most satisfying job. I can help give patients here the respect and care they deserve. Now I am their family.  It makes a real difference in my day to know the simplest things can mean so much for people with dementia. The work environment is positive and motivating. Though many times handling the clients with difficult behaviours is not easy, I look forward to each working day for the different challenges I know it will bring. This is truly a wonderful experience.

When I joined Nightingales Medical Trust in 2002, I was involved in a lot of field work. There were very few of us then and now it makes me so happy to see NMT grow into such a big family. The job has been more than satisfying. It is like a family. The friendly atmosphere and the respect I have earned here has encouraged me to continue with my job. I feel I am doing a constructive job by looking after the elders and get a sense of satisfaction at the end of my day’s work. This has also encouraged me to take up extra responsibilities at the Centre.

I joined Nightingales Medical Trust (NMT) with a Physiotherapy degree and a PG diploma in hospital management, and found my niche in helping the organization grow. Over time my roles have changed and I have grown as a professional with the organization, now managing IT, Communications and Project Development, and overseeing a few projects. There is a lot of freedom to work, colleagues are great and the management is very supportive. Altogether, it has been a wonderful and fulfilling decade of learning, challenges and professional growth.