Maple Pointe employee recognized for dedication to Rockville Centre seniors

Erica Shillingford, a medication aide at Maple Pointe Assisted Living in Rockville Centre, has been named Noble Caregiver of the Year by the New York State Center for Assisted Living for her day-to-day dedication to the residents and her fellow employees.

Shillingford is a 17-year employee of Maple Pointe and is beloved by both residents and staff. “Her kindness, her smile and sense of humor bring joy to our residents daily,” said Tammy Marshall, Maple Pointe’s executive director. “She has a strong bond with family members and is a mother figure to front-line staff. I couldn’t be prouder to work with someone as special as Erica.”

Erica will be honored at the NYSCAL awards banquet at its annual conference on May 7 at the Turning Stone Resort and Casino in Verona, N.Y.