An occupational therapist like Brooke typically works on rehabilitating patients after illness or surgery to perform everyday tasks like dressing, eating or using the bathroom safely. During the pandemic, however, Brooke saw goals quickly shift to keeping people safe and preventing hospitalizations along with maintaining mental wellness in the face of isolation from family and friends. Working exclusively with Watermark administrators, she helped to identify residents at risk and get them on therapy services to make sure they maintain their balance, strength and mental wellness. And yes, she did treat individuals that were positive for COVID-19, dressed in full PPE, mask, gown, gloves and N-95. The mother of three said, “We’re putting ourselves at risk being on the front line, but it’s all worth it in the end. I think we’ve all sacrificed time with our families and our friends. A lot of these communities, including the administration, they’re working around the clock, working two or three shifts in a row, multiple days in a row, just to make sure that the residents are getting the care that they need.”