June 7, 2023 – For many families of loved ones who are in long-term or end-of-life care, it can be extremely challenging to leave their loved ones when they need to move into a nursing facility.

Having consistent care from the same nurse or group of nurses can be key to building trust between and patient and staff, and staff and the family.

As a nurse, Sarah Shea spends her days working to help people like Sondra Hopkins. She says at St. Camillus, it’s more than just a working relationship.

“She’s like extended family,” she said. “They really do become extended family, and I love to come to work and see you smile,” she said to Hopkins.

 

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