IGHL is proud to announce that Patricia Hassell, Day Habilitation Specialist at Smile Farms Site Based Day Hab, is the April 2025 Employee of the Month.
Patricia Hassell started with IGHL in December of 1988. She has worked at many locations during her tenure. She began at the Southampton Day Treatment Center, Pine St ICF when it opened, then over to East End Day Hab - but has been at Smile Farms Day Hab for the last 3 years or so. Pat is an excellent example to new staff - she always helps with training. She provides exemplary care, attention to detail, and initiative. She has transitioned through countless new programs, systems and policies over the years and picks everything up quickly. She is calm in a fire drill, makes everyone laugh daily, and has no problem picking up new skills in order to provide the best care possible. One example of who Pat is - is recently becoming g-tube certified to make sure one of our participants could continue to attend Smile Farms. As a significantly long term employee her continued flexibility and enthusiasm are very inspiring.
Congratulations, Pat!
The award ceremony for Pat will take place 4/17/2025 at 3p at Smile Farms Day Hab. For those who are unable to attend, the celebration will be posted on Facebook.
IGHL is proud to announce that Madeline Smith, LPN at Gregory and EMICF, is the March 2025 Employee of the Month.
Madeline Smith is an LPN at our Gregory IRA and East Moriches ICF. She has been with IGHL for 7 years and prior to becoming an LPN she was a DSP at several of our houses. The individuals in all of the houses she has worked in adore her. She always goes above and beyond for the individuals that she cares for. She is a team player that works well with everyone. She will be the nurse at our new North Yaphank IRA and has done so much to help prepare for the opening. She accepts all new tasks and challenges with a "can do" attitude. She is compassionate and kind to all. She focuses on maintaining healthy relationships with the consumer families. She is a very strong advocate for all consumers regardless if they are in her caseload or not. She never has a problem helping out in any capacity wherever she is needed - including weekends and after hours and programs that are not assigned to her. If anyone ever needs anything, Madie is the one they call. She is knowledgeable on IGHL policy and wants the best for everyone. She is always available for anything the consumer's need - including phone calls at all times of the day and night, she always answers. Madie is an asset to the IGHL family.
Congratulations, Madeline!
The award ceremony for Madeline will take place at North Yaphank IRA on 3/20/25 at 12pm. For those who are unable to attend, the celebration will be posted on Facebook.