“This summer has been life transforming for me, and the lessons I’ve learned through my experience with serving older adults have been priceless. I have grown a lot in caring for people, gained perspective on facing troubles in life, and grew a deeper passion for healthcare.”

-Jeanne, 2015 Summer Intern

This internship has been an unforgettable experience. Between spending time with my clients and working with professionals in this field, every minute spent with A Helping Hand taught me more than I could have ever imagined. My patience and compassion, two aspects of my personality that I believed I had mastered, grew and flourished throughout this internship.

-John B, Spring 2016 Intern

I would recommend this internship for someone who is open to being surprised and enlightened by their experience, regardless of whether or not they are going into the healthcare field.

-Lisa B, Summer 2016 intern

A great deal of words exist to describe my interning experience with A Helping Hand, but overall, my internship was rewarding, humbling, and showed me a true representation of service and genuine gratitude.

Kirby H., Summer 2016 intern

Each of the clients I saw had some sort of health problem, however, this was not the focus of their life. They have interests, families, and things they love outside of being an “old” or “sick” or “disabled” person. In the future as an OB/GYN, this experience will remind me that no matter what is going on for the person health wise, each one leads a life outside of visiting me. I will treat them as a person, not a patient.

Elizabeth M, Summer 2016 Intern

This internship has given me the opportunity to meet so many amazing people and learn of their stories. The most rewarding gift was being able to connect to these people whom I would never have known if I did not have this opportunity to intern with A Helping Hand.

Kalia, Summer 2016 Intern

I would definitely recommend this internship to anyone interested in the healthcare fields. It has provided me with a new appreciation and level of respect for the elders of our communities, as well as a sense of responsibility in their care. I am very proud to have had this opportunity and I would not have spent my summer any other way.

Laura L, Summer 2015 Intern

I want to have a career in medicine when I am older and this internship has given me a different perspective into the lives of older adults with disabilities.

Nirja, Summer 2015 Intern

The issue of isolation, which I was vaguely aware of before, became very real to me through my experience working with A Helping Hand.

 

 

Jiwon, Summer 2015 Intern

This experience truly enhanced my leadership and communication skills….The appreciation from all of my clients will always be a driving force for my future career goals in healthcare.

Leah, Intern

It’s a joy to share a passion for service with our community of elders.

Denise, Companion

I am so grateful for the opportunity to work as a companion for such a great, dynamic organization. Some of my most meaningful experiences have been with the people I have assisted…. I hope to be involved with AHH for years to come!

Snigdha, Companion

Each [companion] in her own way has brought sunshine into my life. If I should need help again in the future, I hope I can call on you.

Arlene, Client

A big thank you for the support while I returned to health and fitness….We couldn’t have done it without you. We’ll always be grateful for your help and care.

Julia, Client

I used your services for my cataract surgery. I don’t know what I would do without the great service A Helping Hand provides. Thank goodness you are here.

John B., Client

This experience solidified my desire to be a doctor, pushed me in the direction of geriatrics, and above all taught me that people are much more than their symptoms.

Sonali, Summer 2015 Intern Durham, NC

To repay Mr. T for the humility he has taught me,  I help him every Friday to have a better day that day than he did the day before.

McCaig, Summer 2015 Intern