Elphin Lodge recently bid a fond farewell to receptionist Marlene Sirchia, who retired at the end of November. Her cheery smile had been welcoming residents and visitors since March 2018, making everyone feel at home in the village.
“My time here has been amazing. I have done quite a bit in my life, from working in a bank to owning my own business, but the experience I had at Elphin Lodge will stay with me forever. It never felt like a job; it was always a pleasure coming to work, and the interaction with the residents and Elphin staff was always fulfilling. I wouldn’t swap those experiences for anything,” Marlene reflected.
She described the village as a holiday resort: Secure, with beautiful gardens, and everything residents need on the premises – from a doctor to a cup of coffee. “I would recommend Elphin Lodge to anyone looking for a retirement home.”
While sad to leave, Marlene was also excited to spend more time with her family. Her daughter Gabriella, visiting from London for a 40-day sabbatical, arrived on November 28, and she looked forward to sharing special moments with son Shaun’s children, Lily and Rylan.
“I am going to become an ‘Uber’ driver for Lily, who is starting Grade One next year,” she laughs.
To the residents, she leaves this heartfelt message: “All of you have been very dear to my heart, and I will never forget the time I had at Elphin Lodge. Please show the new receptionist the same patience you showed me when I first started.”
