Carolina Caring’s commitment to excellence extends far beyond patient care, encompassing our workplace culture, employee recognition, and community partnerships. In 2022, we were honored to receive national recognition for our workplace environment while celebrating the exceptional dedication of our team members who embody our core values of service and compassion. Through strategic community partnerships and grant funding, we also expanded our ability to support families, reinforcing our mission to provide comprehensive care that addresses the full spectrum of needs during serious illness. These achievements reflect the strong foundation of values, community support, and employee engagement that drives everything we do at Carolina Caring.
Carolina Caring Named One of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work for Fourth Year in a Row
For the fourth year in a row, Modern Healthcare has selected Carolina Caring as one of its Best Places to Work in Healthcare. The nonprofit serious illness care provider is being recognized for leveraging a profoundly engaged workforce to create a culture of excellence that consistently delivers innovative, compassionate care. In 2021, Carolina Caring ranked No. 4 on the list. Modern Healthcare will publish a special supplement featuring a ranked list of all the winners in its Oct. 3 issue.
This award program identifies and recognizes outstanding employers in the healthcare industry nationwide. Modern Healthcare partners with the Best Companies Group on the assessment process, which includes an extensive employee survey.
“We are so proud to be recognized as an organization where our employees feel valued for their contributions,” says President and CEO Dana Killian. “We see firsthand how they go above and beyond every day in caring deeply about the people we serve.”
“After the many stressors placed on the healthcare workforce during the pandemic and the resulting Great Resignation, we know those employees are battling burnout, increased work volumes and their own physical and mental health challenges,” said Modern Healthcare Publisher Fawn Lopez. “The organizations that have focused significant resources and energy to support their staff throughout these especially challenging times deserve the loyalty of their teams and the recognition of the entire industry.”
Carolina Caring’s place on the list for 2022 will be announced on Thursday, Sept. 29, at the Best Places to Work in Healthcare awards gala at the Hilton Nashville Downtown in Nashville, Tenn.
Chastity Logan Honored with David B. Clarke Service Before Self Award
Chastity Logan has been selected as the recipient of Carolina Caring’s David B. Clarke Service Before Self Award, which is given annually to an employee who exemplifies trust, integrity and excellence in their work. The award is named for the organization’s former President, Dave Clarke, who was instrumental in creating a culture of exceptional care that consistently gives more than expected.
“It is such an honor to be recognized by my co-workers in this way,” says Logan. “I’m so grateful to God to have this opportunity to shine among my co-workers and work alongside our dedicated staff and volunteers who give their best every day.”
“Chastity truly has a servant’s heart and has touched the lives of so many people in our community,” says Dana Killian, President and CEO of Carolina Caring. “We’re so pleased to recognize her for her compassion, commitment and caring with this special award.”
Logan, along with nominees Patti Goodwin and Lynn Killian, were honored during a special virtual presentation for their commitment to the nonprofit organization’s service standards, which emphasize a constant focus on outstanding customer care and personal excellence.
Carolina Caring Foundation Awarded Grant to Support Grieving Children
The Carolina Caring Foundation has been awarded grant funding from Rotary Club of Lake Hickory and Rotary Club of Hickory to support Brighter Days, a program that provides grieving children with resources for processing their grief. Services include individual counseling, play therapy, equine therapy, interactive support groups and an annual grief camp.
Carolina Caring is so grateful for this generous donation that will help the nonprofit provide grief services throughout the year. Funds received will help to provide hands-on activities like creating memory boxes, painting ceramic pottery and decorating rocks to leave in our Children’s Rock Garden. The book “The Invisible String” will also be provided to children, allowing them to process their grief, even when they don’t have the words to do so.
“We are so grateful for this donation that will help children process their feelings in a safe space,” says Kelly Tate, Vice President, Community Relations. “These specialized services allow them to express and confront these emotions openly, while learning they’re not alone during difficult times.”
