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October 2015
Caring runs in the family Glaspies Find Calling as CNAs For Parsons Presbyterian Manor CNA Sheila Glaspie, the best part of her job is connecting with the residents.
“I’ve been here eight years, and I love helping people. I enjoy making their quality of life the best it can be. We get so attached to residents. They become like family,” said Sheila.
Sheila Glaspie, center, with her children Kayla and David. All three are involved with helping others.
The residents aren’t the only ones that have a family connection with Sheila, though. Her daughter, Kayla Glaspie, also is a CNA at Presbyterian Manor.
“I grew up going to the place mom used to work at in Independence. I remember watching her do it, and I always wanted to help people. I wanted to do what mom did,” said Kayla.
Four years ago, Kayla’s dreams came true, when she started her career at Parsons Presbyterian Manor, after earning her CNA through Labette Community College. As it turns out though, Kayla wasn’t the only Glaspie to graduate from that program. Her younger brother, David, also attended the CNA program there and recently began work at another long-term care community. “We had the same instructor,” said David. “He told me I couldn’t ask my big sister for help on my homework.”
Like Kayla, David grew up watching his mom care for others.
“The connection you make with residents over time is the best thing,” said David. “The worst part of the job is when they pass away, because you have formed such a bond with them.”
When David needs a shoulder to lean on, or a word of advice, he can turn to his mom and sister, who also rely on each other.
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