Service Coordinator
“ It gives me a sense of satisfaction knowing I have made a difference in someone else’s life.”
Shirley Vincent, Service Coordinator
What is your name? Shirley Vincent
Do you have a nickname? Fairy
What is your position with VOAMI? Service Coordinator at Oak Village Square, Oak Village Independence House, and Sumby Senior Housing.
What brought you to VOAMI? An interesting job to work with seniors.
How long have you worked with VOAMI? 10 year +
What is your biggest takeaway from your job? To be open to change & new ideas, grow by experiencing challenges and facing them.
What does it mean to you to be helping others? It gives me a sense of satisfaction knowing I have made a difference in someone else’s life.
What is your biggest challenge? Accepting when a resident needs long term care and is unable to live independently.
What is the best piece of advice you’ve been given? Do what you can, don’t worry about the rest.
What is your favorite color? Red
Where is your ideal vacation spot? Hawaii (I have not been there yet!!)
What is your favorite book? Jane Eyre
What fills your time outside of work? Church activities, dining, movies, socializing with friends & family.
Who is your hero? Why? Lord Jesus Christ; He provides unconditional love, helps me thru difficult times, accepts me as I am.
