Shelly G. Houska Honored by Cambridge Who's Who for Excellence in Senior Living Services
Shelly G. Houska applies her 22 years of experience in the human services industry to help the elderly

GRESHAM, OR, October 21, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Shelly G. Houska, an Enrichment Coordinator for Parkrose Chateau, has been recognized by Cambridge Who's Who for demonstrating dedication, leadership and excellence in senior living services.

Shelly G. Houska became involved in her profession because of her passion for helping people maintain their independence in the last years of their lives. At Parkrose Chateau, she coordinates quality resident enrichment programs including social, physical, emotional, spiritual, vocational, creative and intellectual opportunities for the senior population. Additionally, she ensures all resident enrichment-related programs are followed in adherence to the holiday guidelines and standards provided by the Home Office Resident Enrichment Department. Ms. Houska has had more than two decades' worth of experience in human services. Prior to joining Parkrose Chateau, she worked as a chief food service specialist for the U.S. Coast Guard. She retired from the military in 2008 and, in February 2009, earned a bachelor of science from the University of Phoenix. In five years, Ms. Houska hopes to attain a higher-level human services position and work with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs helping wounded soldiers.

Ms. Houska received an Achievement Medal from the U.S. Coast Guard, a Commandant's Letter of Commendation Ribbon, the Outstanding Unit Award from the U.S. Department of Transportation, the Meritorious Team Commendation, the Meritorious Unit Commendation, the Coast Guard Presidential Unit Citation, the U.S. Coast Guard Special Operations Service Ribbon, the U.S. Coast Guard E Ribbon, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, the Humanitarian Service Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal. She attributes her success to her goal-oriented nature. She is a certified nursing assistant, and a member of the National Chief Petty Officers' Association and the Alumni Association of the University of Phoenix.

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