2023 GPTW Survey Comments

GPTW

2023 Great Place To Work Survey Comments

Praise from The Benton House Family

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Is there anything unique or unusual about this company that makes it a great
place to work? Please give specific examples.

  • You feel like you are working with your extended family and can always find a shoulder to lean or cry on when needed. We are also some of the biggest cheerleaders for those looking to advance their careers.
  • I love working here. Knowing that I make a difference in a good day or a bad day for my residents and even co workers is indescribable and the best feeling in the world. Benton house goes above and beyond to take care of their staff. My direct supervisor is professional and great to work with. Our RSD is very smart and I can
  • You feel welcome. You’re not just staff here, you’re treated like family.
  • The love, smiles, hugs, caring for the Residents is amazing
  • Unique benefits – free car drawing, power bill payment, etc.
  • Decisions are not made in a bubble. Input is asked from groups to get difference perspectives on how to
  • I LOVE that we welcome everybody with open arms. No matter what!
  • Hay mucha armonía y unión.
  • I feel at home.
  • El equipo de trabajo es bueno
  • Everyone makes everyone feels comfortable and wanted we are family not just employees!!
  • My manage goes above and beyond for each employee rather it’s as an employee or as an friend
  • We have great team meetings!!
  • amazing team
  • EVERYONE TRULY CARES FOR ONE ANOTHER
  • Home like environment for residents
  • The people you work with day to day make it worth it
  • Compassionate
  • The residents makes it a great place to work some of the employees do and some managers do
  • The ladies I work with every day I love them and we all love what we do,
  • Residents are friendly and easy to give care to
  • It gives everyone an opportunity to be successful
  • This company makes you feel at home and a great place for anyone to work.
  • This company makes you feel at home and a great place for anyone to work.
  • How management cares even off the clock
  • The company raffles two cars every year to its employees
  • The company is a great place to work.
  • The workers The residents are all amazing to me I love my second family to the fullest
  • Yes everybody is nice and helpful
  • accommodate.
  • There’s always shifts available and great team to work with
  • It’s a family atmosphere
  • Compassionate leadership involves a focus on relationships through careful listening to, understanding,
    empathizing with and supporting other people, enabling those we lead to feel valued , respected and cared for.
  • their employees and residents.
  • The Residents are great people.
  • Jasmine Washington has been very helpful and make this job delightful
  • Yes, my residents. They are all so special to me.
  • Brand new car giveaway every year!
  • Everyone is very welcoming and friendly.
  • I have worked at a lot of assisted living homes but I can honestly say this is the best company I have worked for . I love the way the Benton house really cares and appreciate their employees .
  • LOVE THE RESIDENTS, DO HAVE AWESOME GIVEAWAYS IN SEPTEMBER
  • I love working at The Benton House
  • love the best for them as well as someone else.
  • and calming!
  • Jackie Tilley go above and beyond for the staff and residents. She is caring and always have a listening ear.
  • Very family oriented
  • Meals covered.
  • The residents and my coworkers in my department.
  • brightens up your day.
  • Loving, Caring and Helping.
  • Es muy serca de mi casa , no tengo que manejar mucho.
  • Everyone is so nice
  • The management is very caring, they work with you anyway they can.
  • We have a great management team Also some great co worker
  • The name badge is unique with the gems and the other benefits that comes along.
  • facility.
  • It is very homey
  • No micro managing.
  • The staff works great as a team.
  • Proximity for a lot of the staff
  • My coworkers
  • I HAVE ALWAYS FELT WELCOME AND HAPPY SINCE I STARTED HERE
  • Our residents are so wonderful and truly feel like family
  • The management staff are very dedicated and some Resident Assistant are good team players.
  • The prizes they give put are different but kinda exciting
  • Mutual respect among employees
  • A great place to work. Enjoy the residents.
  • I am happy and pleased to work here. Management are very helpful
  • Paid lunches and free food are great perks!
  • Willingness to compensate outstanding work
  • Like family
  • A better pay salary.
  • WE ARE NOT JUST A TEAM BUT WE ARE A FAMILY
  • It is clean, people friendly, management is good, ambiance is good and residents are friendly.
  • Taking care of the resident and they telling you how great of a job you do.
  • the people you work with, become more like family than coworkers
  • Associates training like L1m a and CPR.
  • breakfast lunch and dinner. The residents here and very nice and appreciate all the care given to them. We also celebrate birthdays at dinners and sing to them!
  • FAMILY
  • Flexibility and compassion
  • Friendly.
  • Everybody works great as a team and gets along great
  • giftcards… like yes i making a extra 8 hrs whatever but that was just showing that we do appreciate you and thank you for picking up, it can $50,$75 etc it just shows us that they do appreciate me working and picking up
  • down upon . I’m able to do my job without constant unnecessary ridicule and pressure , and I’m treated as a vital part of the shifts I work.
  • I really like the gems on the badge.
  • People friendly
  • Our employees love to laugh so we always make sure to laugh and smile to each employee we see!
  • Management is like family
  • I like my diamonds on my name tag, The resident’s, I like my Monday thru Friday spot.
  • The residents treats each other as close friends.
  • We have grade team work and good management
  • If you take the time to commit to the job you will understand true love. We are family.
  • It gives a lot of opportunities and a flexible schedule.
  • This company, this location specifically, is very family oriented. The worker and resident relationship I believe is very unique and personal. We all care a great deal about each other and that’s what I look forward to
  • They always go above and beyond for the residents and the staff.
  • For the residents this is like being at home.
  • 12HR SHIFTS
  • Everyone is friendly and makes you feel at home
  • I enjoy all my coworkers
  • I can say this place is fun and amazing to work at my bosses are wonderful BEV is awesome she more then a boss she gives good advice when need it. The CEO Kim is amazing to work with.
  • The annual car drawing along with the $500 location prize, the $250 gift card towards power bill and the sick hours payout are truly unique. Who does that?? Thank you!!
  • We are a Family
  • Our benefits are very unique!
  • It’s a family atmosphere. Employees are welcoming of each other.
  • we all have a strong bond.
  • The most unique thing about this company is the energy as soon as you walk into the facility.
  • The Family vibe that we have here is amazing. Everyone helps out an example is all management helps during the lunch passing out lunch and being present with the residents. No one is above any role here, if we can help
  • The residents, we love them so much
  • THE HIGHEST LEVEL LEADERS CARE ABOUT THEIR EMPLOYEE’S AND TREAT EVERYBODY WITH RESPECT.
  • I love how Benton House loves to promote from within! Gives their staff an opportunity to grow and expand their knowledge. This company is amazing on how much appreciation is shown to all the staff!
  • We really are team driven and dedicated. We have special events and the workers really come together whether decorating, serving or clean up to make the events the best possible for the residents. Ex: Cruise Week is such a fun way to celebrate National Assisted Living Week but takes lots of time to decorate, plan and
  • It is a great place to work, because the company has a whole has made activities not just for the resident but for employees as well. The building was designed to be welcoming, making it feel more like home and not just
  • the residents
  • Working as a team is a unique thing but most people do what they want.
  • We interact with our residents a lot. We enjoy planning events and the looks of enjoyment.
  • that from t his company.
  • CERTAIN PARTS OF MANGEMENT MAKE YOU ACTULLY FEEL LIKE WE ARE A WORK FAMILY!!
  • The hours and company gifts
  • We are truly a family. We take care of each other on and off the clock. We know how to have a good time!
  • the employees and the management.
  • The people are awesome
  • Absolutely the people from all walks of life,… the strength…. the stories…
  • And the biggest is a whole lot of love in this building. ❤️
  • Having great residents
  • team meetings. And push us to do better at out job.
  • The Benton house of Aiken is an amazing place to work for. I have had a very difficult year. After loosing my fiancé to Covid each and every person was there for me in my time of need. WE TRULY ARE FAMILY!
  • Many threats for employees to feel appreciated for the work they do. The Company is so generous to feed you as long as you are in the building at a meal time. It’s a company one will be proud to belong due to the openness, love and good leadership attitude of the executives. Despite work loads at times when I’m off duty I feel like just come around the building because of the joy I feel within the atmosphere and the love I have for my residents and the warm of enjoying the company of some of the team members. In fact, Benton house has been the Best Assisted Living and Memory care units I have ever worked.
  • Great atmosphere.
  • Feels like family as soon as you walk in.
  • Awesome place to work.
  • compassion and always smiling
  • I want to advance to the highest position this company would allow me
  • ARE APP RECIATED.
  • The Residence
  • We all work well together
  • Small community easier to be more one on one
  • management and very understanding and helpful.
  • I genuinely feel like the top dogs of the company care about the staff and residents. For example, we often buy(with company money) special things for residents that we think they need / would really love. If the owners didn’t care about the residents, they would not let us do that. Also, Benton House is an honest facility and all illegal activity is extremely against the rules. A lot of nursing homes have illegal practices, but here, everyone is
  • We have the best team players
  • RSD and the residents and most coworkers
  • funds before payday, paying power bill, etc.
  • It’s welcoming and takes good care of its residents
  • Clean work environment
  • It’s a excellent place to work
  • The place is organized and very neat.
  • residents, families, and team members t he way this company does. T hey have unique pro grams to encourage and give back to its community members. The leaders truly care about making a difference in the lives of our team and all those we serve.
  • Best service team in the industry. Tenure of staff and kindness of approach make this company unique.
  • They support & promote growth with all levels of staff
  • team for staff.
  • EVERYONE IS GIVEN A FAIR CHANCE TO SHINE.
  • to have been given the opportunity in my position at a young age. The company saw my potential and has done nothing but support and push me to continue to reach my highest potential. I feel like this is a place where I can stay for many years and progress my career. I love going home and feeling like my job matters.
  • I am most thankful that our CEO, always find a way to always say THANK YOU! He has a pure heart of Gold. I have been here for 6 years and each year reminds me of the reason to my WHY!!!
  • Making people feel as though they are family.
  • is definitely a family to me.
  • Dedication and willingness of Staff Wonderful and understanding residents/families
  • appreciate them!
  • I THINK THE BENEFITS ARE A GREAT ADVANTAGE OVER ALOT OF OTHER PLACES, NURSING MANAGEMENT IS VERY IN TOUCH WITH THE EMPLOYEES AND TRIES TO BE FAIR WITH EVERYONE.
  • Fun drawings and prizes. Lots of fun activities for the residents, which we get to be a part of.
  • THIS IS A GREAT COMPANY TO WOKR FOR AND I A M VERY HAPPY BEI NG EMPLOYED HERE
  • living. I think is huge in keeping staff. I also feel that I am given freedom to organize nursing program that follows company standards and policies but also tries to incorporate thoughts of front line staff. I do have other personal goals with the company that I hope to achieve.
  • They hire all ages. They don’t Discriminate on weight.
  • If your like me a young active semi retired 63 year old who’s done centered care it gives me the opportunity to kept serving without all the hours. For younger people a good starting point for health care.
  • I really do enjoy how we all work together as one in making a difference in peoples lives.
  • Management is very positive and caring
  • IT’S A CLOSE COMMUNITY AND WE ALL CARE ABOUT EACH OTHER.
  • Focus is on the residents. And I appreciate the online training. Training is very helpful.
  • the residents
  • I love my residents and coworkers. I love Benton House!
  • Staff are all very friendly and management are all kind to each other.
  • Administrator and our RSD walking about in the units saying Hi, and letting us know we are appreciated for all our hard work.
  • an amazing place to work!
  • areas that may need it.
  • together, the company is amazing. The drawings for power bill compensation, car giveaway, and monthly service star awards are truly valued.
  • It’s made to feel like a home/comfortable setting.
  • I won a car!!
  • company.
  • Great Family that has Great Team Work!
  • Residents are well fed and cared for
  • Work all together as a family
  • Love working here
  • It’s great family based community here at Benton house of Decatur I we work as team to get things done to make our residents feel safe and comfortable to the fullest of our responsibilities as a staff member
  • I love talking to the residents
  • Location and they provide a meal for employees!!!
  • Recognize good staff
  • residents such as the cruise week!!
  • I like that I get to work solo in the kitchen
  • Everyone knows who everyone is, or at least their name. Not a single person is seen as invisible
  • and check up on them professionally and personally
  • The people in this company are very pleasant, very accommodating. They made you feel comfortable and easy to talked to. It’s a promising happy place to work and a possibility of advancement.
  • incentives on m any occasions.
  • whenever I need anything.
  • Ownership cares very much about all staff in each and every community. They go above and beyond to support all team members and recognize the importance of all positions.
  • Our residents! Our elders are fantastic to spend time around and share true human connection and love. Our home office has been a fantastic source of support and inspiration, providing ideas and resources to celebrate our teams with a multitude of recognition and special events – car giveaways; monthly super star awards, monthly drawing to pay utility bills, fun t-shirts for frequent special events, and permission to first and foremost, provide great service, knowing that occupancy will follow. As a marketing person, that’s so unusual in this industry where most of my professional colleagues have management breathing down their necks to meet monthly move-in goals. We have the goals and work hard to achieve them, but when the industry is hit
  • excellent.
  • Our Executive team really knows us and truly cares!
  • Car Raffle
  • absolutely love my job!
  • Wonderful ownership and culture.
  • Being able to bring my pup to work 🙂
  • The opportunity for both personal and professional growth, with the Chamber of Commerce Leadership opportunity, and also the Jack Canfield Training. I feel very fortunate and blessed to serve this community.
  • Kindness!
  • Support team genuinely cares about the associates
  • Offers great benefits, fun t-shirts and has a family environment
  • best for each other and it shows. It’s wonderful that all of us just w ant our residents to be well taken care of and they are our top priority and that’s what it should always be about!
  • We are a family & a team
  • Our ED seems to truly care about us a person and not just an employee. I appreciate that.
  • A very welcoming company with laughs, love, and fun
  • I love the way they celebrate people of all backgrounds . So inclusive and welcoming
  • give back to residents and families.
  • errands I run for work!
  • Making bonds with those who appreciate the work you do for them (the residents)
  • one). I have never worked for a company that makes it so easy to get your job done and show that they genuinely care about you. Also being able to wear jeans is a big plus too, lol.
  • Honestly Loyal Caring and overall I feel like I am with family all the time
  • Culture of compassion and caring unlike any place I have ever worked before. One example is management budgeting money monthly to provide special moments or things for residents that will bring them joy. And in fact the program is called moments of joy. Staff is encouraged to look out for moments of joy to provide for
  • It’s nice to work somewhere where all department heads will jump in and help out everywhere when needed.
  • Great team!
  • We all work as a family
  • Executive Team feels like family. They care about the employees. They do everything they can within their power to make sure we have what we need at the community. They show their appreciation for what we do.
  • The best examples of our uniqueness is the way we support and treat every employee. There is special employee appreciations, and training opportunities as well as opportunities to advance to leadership roles.
  • The company has a genuine interest in its employees and always strives to do the right thing.
  • when 94% or higher, and love the recognition of employee of the month and the extra bonus that comes with that!Home office treats me like family. I feel part of something so much bigger then “just a job”
  • Teamwork from peers and support from other colleagues.
  • They promote from within based off commitment and work ethics .
  • Its an amazing company
  • This company truly makes you feel like family and apart of a shared goal in caring for seniors. The company invests in personal and team development creating a wonderful environment to work in.
  • Creating memorable moments for families, residents, and staff. It is a rewarding experience to have them smiling, laughing and enjoying themselves. Knowing they feel special and cared for is the best feeling.
  • Leadership really cares about the employees. Car giveaway, t-shirts, gem program, lots of ways to recognize employees throughout the year
  • something that isn’t right
  • Everyone is kind
  • All staff, not just managers, are frequently recognized for their contributions to Benton House.
  • I believe there is a true caring attitude.
  • I enjoy helping the residents with their individual issues. They usually are very appreciative.
  • Everyone is like family to myself and each other. Everyone cares above and beyond!
  • Teamwork
  • position, let then do their job. The usual about this company is the rewards that given on annual basic in September. I wish it was more open to everyone.
  • I enjoy the extras incentives they provide.
  • Everyone treats each other fairly and value their input.
  • Being able to give the residents the very best care possible.
  • I’m so glad I work here, great residents and co-workers, everyday is a new day and I get to be apart of it.
  • The liberty to interact with the residents… makes this all worth while
  • I know what needs to be done to make the place look nice all the time.
  • The pay is good
  • Even the very top level of management treats people with respect and makes them feel welcome and part of a team.
  • The positive environment and how everyone promotes kindness.
  • I have truly come to love the Benton way of doing most things. It is more like family.
  • Having a community dog and the company gives away 2 cars a year.
  • Gives you room to grow!
  • The “Home Office” are simply amazing!
  • Kim Davis working all odd hours to ensure the Residence are always taken care of. She holds her staff to a higher regard making sure they always do what’s right. Thank you Kim Davis for always taking such good care of our residents and us!
  • This company takes great care of their residents
  • It’s a great place to work, I think that management if fair.
  • Working together as a team when needed.
  • Management cares about employees and we all feel like family. Entertainment that keeps residents happy. I would not have as much
  • Genuine care for residents and families as well as team members.
  • I love my job, I love getting to know the residents!