OLDENBURG, Ind. – Oldenburg Academy senior Mason Garwood is receiving special recognition for making a positive difference at work and in the lives of senior citizens.
American Senior Communities (ASC) is honoring one employee from each of its 65 locations with the “Quest for Excellence Award.”
Garwood received the award in part to his commitment and dedication as the activities assistant at Arbor Grove Village in Greensburg.
Mason was 16-years-old when he began working at Arbor Grove Village, an ASC-affiliated community.
He said he took the job “because he needed a job” but ended up “loving his job.”
Mason says he “knows the residents won’t remember him everyday but he loves putting a smile on their face.”
On Mother’s Day last year, the OA senior brought roses to female staff and residents thanking them for being wonderful mothers and women.
Garwood is receiving $1,000 cash and a $10,000 scholarship due to his work ethic while on the job.
ASC is a collection of senior care and retirement communities.
