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Everyday Heroes of
Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital
ÕRecognizing Those Who CareÕ
December 2025
Our December Heroes of the Month
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We are proud to honor Martha Hardwick, MDS Nurse, as this monthÕs Hero of the Month. The MDS role is
complex and demanding, yet Martha tackles every challenge with integrity and determination. Her efforts
ensure accurate assessments, strong interdisciplinary communication, and high-quality resident care.
Martha is a true team playerÑreliable, knowledgeable, and always willing to help. Her work behind the
scenes keeps our facility moving forward, and we are grateful for their expertise.Congratulations, Martha!
Your excellence and commitment inspires us.(
Martha Hardwick
This month, weÕre proud to recognize Rafael Alonso, Dietary Aid whose compassion, consistency, and
creativity have made a remarkable impact on residents and staff alike. For the past twenty seven years,
Rafael starts his day checking dietary notes, ensuring allergy and texture modiÞcations are correct, and
adding his signature touches to trays so every person receives not just a meal, but a moment of care.
RafaelÕs work rarely takes center stage, but its effects are felt in every satisÞed smile, every calm
mealtime, and every resident who feels seen. For his deep compassion, his unwavering reliability, his daily
commitment to making mealtimes special and his exceptional teamwork and outstanding punctuality, we
are honored to name Rafael Alonso our Hero of the Month.(
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Rafael Alonso
A Message from your Administrator
Happy Holidays to each and everyone of you. The holiday season has always held a special place in my heart. There is
something about this time of the year that just makes my heart happy! It feels as if the world becomes a nicer place during this
time of year.
The lights are brighter, the world is more colorful, the people are more friendly, the atmosphere is more lively. It feels as if we
come alive during this time of year and that the beauty of humanity is magniÞed.
This time of year has always been a time of gathering, family, love and laughter. This holiday season, let us pull one another close and be
thankful for the joy of life. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Diwali, or Eid al- Adha may your decorations twinkle, your
candles burn brightly and the laughter be robust around your family table.
May the tears be light and Þlled with loving memories that bring a smile to your heart. Take time and listen to those childhood holiday songs,
while you reminisce with a smile and share the tradition of a holiday movie, while decorating holiday cookies.
Take a moment to breathe in the sweet smell of homemade sweet potato pie and enjoy the company of one another. Hug a
little longer and renew your spirit. May your holiday season be Þlled with cheer and love that transcends throughout your
years to come.
Fondly ~ Karen Eccleston
' The Þrst artiÞcial Christmas tree was made from dyed goose feathers.
' The Þrst Christmas stamp was released in 1962.
' Candy Canes are shaped like shepherdÕs hooks.
' ÒJingle BellsÓ originally a Thanksgiving song.
