I have been at Eskeigh for four years, and I truly love it. The people we support are amazing, and I take great joy in seeing them everyday and cooking for them.
What kind of foods do you like?
I enjoy Italian cuisine, a good roast, and have a sweet tooth for cakes, biscuits, and chocolates. There aren’t many foods I dislike!
What’s your favourite movie?
The Notebook.
What kind of music do you like?
I love music from the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s, with favorites like Van Morrison and Bob Seger.
What is your favourite ice cream?
Vanilla (though I can’t have it).
What is your favourite colour?
Black, white, and beige.
What is your favourite place in Tasmania to visit?
Visiting my son in Hobart.
What’s your favourite childhood memory
Brushing my mom’s wavy hair; she was a beautiful person inside and out.
What was your favourite school subject?
Physical Education (PE).
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
I enjoy gardening and walking with my Maltese Shih Tzu, Popeye. I also love decluttering—it’s incredibly satisfying!
What is your favourite sport to play?
I used to do long distance running up until my mid-forties.
What do you bring most to a friendship?
I’m a good listener and I don’t judge. I bring love and care to my friendships.
What are you most proud of?
I’m most proud of my son, who has recently been promoted to management at his tech company.
What is something you never leave home without?
I never leave home without my lipstick.
What are you most grateful for?
I’m grateful every morning for my life, job, and the loving friendships I have.
What is something fun that nobody at Eskleigh knows about you?
I have many quirky traits that my colleagues at Eskleigh might not know!
Your role at Eskeigh Kitchen
Recently I transitioned from one of the cooks to the sole cook, preparing and cooking lunches and dinners, including all the modified foods. Up until recently the meals came from the Launceston General Hospital but now, I make them in house. I used to do all the washing of the dishes at mealtimes but now the coordinators wash the dishes or stack the dishwasher. Although the past few weeks have been challenging, I’ve felt immense support from my coworkers and management. The residents appreciate my cooking, which brings me great joy!
