Star Power

(L -R) Anne Meola, LPN, television personality Leeza Gibbons and Susie Bassett strike a pose at the Age of Excellence Awards Luncheon in May.

Memorial Home Care associates Anne Meola, LPN, and Susie Bassett shared the red carpet with Emmy award-winning television personality Leeza Gibbons at the recent REAL Services Area 2 Agency on Aging’s 19th Annual Age of Excellence Awards Luncheon.

Gibbons hosted the event that honored the tireless work of local heroes who care for our community’s elderly and disabled; both Anne and Susie earned nominations for Caregiver of the Year.

Susie, a home health aide for almost 20 years, is known for her ability to bring caring and to all of her patients and her willingness to work any shift to meet patients’ needs. Anne, who returned to Memorial Home Care in 2013, is a private duty nurse committed to help her clients reach their potential and enjoy their lives.