#WorkInspired at Asbury Methodist Village! Gennell Morris, CMA at the Wilson Health Care Center, feels a special calling to help others and learns many things from her residents, not the least of which is empathy: "They often tell me that they hope that when I’m older and need care, there will be someone just 'like me' to do it. And, I always say, me too."

Mother Nature finally delivered some decent snow -- on the first day of spring! The residents of our Villas neighborhood took advantage of their snow day to welcome a new neighbor!

#WorkInspired at Asbury Methodist Village. What makes office coordinator Maria Grana excited to come to work every day: “Residents greet you like you are family. And my coworkers are always happy because they love what they do. So, it’s basically like I’m not working, but am in my second home.”

#WorkInspired at Asbury Methodist Village! Erika Baylor (rear left) has this to say about what inspires her: The AMV Social Services team is truly an amazing group of women. They exemplify the true meaning of team work and camaraderie. Every day they support each other as well as others, often reaching out to help before it is even asked for. Their team spirit is such an inspiration to me.

Philadelphia Eagles' superfan and AMV director of housekeeping Harold Jones promised his colleagues that he'd color his beard green if his team won the Super Bowl. Today he delivered on his pledge, just in time for St. Patrick's Day. Go Harold!

Former astronaut Leroy Chiao sharing his space adventures this morning at AMV. After a career that included three space shuttle missions and six months as commander of the International Space Station, his presentation was out of this world!

#WorkInspired at Wilson Health Care Center. Activities assistant Alleisha Wade says she is constantly learning from the residents she serves. Her biggest lessons come from their examples of patience, humility and strength.

Congratulations to Cynthia Rhodes Perez and Sallyn Ratemo for your HCNCA-Healthcare Council of the National Capital Area Employee of the Year Award! Thank you for creating exceptional assisted living, short-term rehab and skilled nursing services at Asbury! They follow in the footsteps of Associate Executive Director Debbie Hedges, who earned this award - for contributions to the financial strength of their organization - last year.

#WorkInspired at Asbury's Marketing Department. Move-In Coordinator Louise Stewart, who has 15 years of service, shares why her job never gets stale: "Every day is different and exciting because every day you’re having different conversations with different people. And each one has a unique story. I learn something new every day."

#WorkInspired at Reflections at Kindley Assisted Living! For Asbury's Work Inspired campaign, Martha Macias shares what gives her job purpose: I love seeing residents' faces light up in the morning when they see me and helping to bring purpose to their day. It am blessed to have the opportunity to play a role in creating new ways for them grow and learn in their own unique ways.

#WorkInspired at Asbury Foundation! Associate Jenn Schwamb shared this terrific blog post for our campaign and has this to say about what inspires her: I have the privilege of working alongside some of the most active "retired" people you'll ever meet. From countless hours spent volunteering, heading out snow tubing or on cruises, or publishing their first book of poetry, Asbury's residents have inspired me to take on my own volunteer work and learn new skills - like knitting - which the busy residents of Bethany Village taught me!

#WorkInspired at Asbury Methodist Village! Wellness Coordinator Belinda Degboe shares why her coworkers make it a pleasure to come to work every day in our WorkInspired campaign: No matter what's going on, the wellness team always gives their best. If you need help, they'll help. If you need support, it's there. We have a wonderful team!