#MyBestMoments - David Harris, Recreational Therapist Assistant

In our #MyBestMoments campaign, staff, physicians, and volunteers from across our organization share the moments that have mattered most to them in their careers at Lakeridge Health. Read David’s story below. 

I began my career at Lakeridge Health straight out of university in 2018. I started out working as a Service Associate at the Oshawa Hospital for four years while completing my master's degree. I’m now a Recreational Therapist Assistant at Lakeridge Gardens long-term care home. 

In my current role, one of my favourite things is that I get to spend every day bringing joy to our residents by socializing with them and engaging them in some of their favourite hobbies and activities. These activities not only help in their physical rehabilitation, but also foster a sense of friendship and empowerment among them. Witnessing the positive changes and improvements in their physical and emotional well-being is incredibly rewarding. 

I have a collection of best moments from the past five years of my career at Lakeridge Health. It’s hard to narrow it down to just one, so here are a few of my favourites:  

• Working as a Service Associate throughout the pandemic and helping to provide a clean and safe environment for staff, patients, and families.  
• Chatting and learning about various resident stories from when they were younger and listening to their words of wisdom. 
• Enjoying the many concerts and entertainers that have come to Lakeridge Gardens to perform for the residents. 
• Handing out flowers to all the lovely mothers and grandmothers at Lakeridge Gardens on Mother’s Day. 

Working at Lakeridge Health is extremely rewarding. Helping patients, residents, and anyone in need of care every single day and having the ability to make a positive impact on their lives is the ultimate reward.