11/24/2025
Malik, a caregiver from Right at Home Northern Lake County, has shown great commitment to improving the quality of life of Shane, a client living with frontal temporal dementia. After Shane’s wife passed suddenly in December 2023, his sister Tracy and aunt assumed responsibility for his care and partnered with Right at Home until Shane could relocate to Minnesota. From the very beginning, Malik distinguished himself by establishing a consistent daily routine for Shane, a task that had proven challenging for other caregivers due to the severity of his condition. Malik’s ability to bring structure and stability provided Shane with comfort during a time of profound change.
Malik’s dedication went far beyond routine care. He organized and personally completed the office’s first-ever client road trip, driving Shane to Minnesota to visit Tracy. The journey was a success and included a special visit to the Mall of America, where Shane—an avid walker averaging 12,000 steps a day—was able to enjoy an activity he loves. While Shane may not remember the experience, it created cherished memories for Tracy and for Malik himself. Malik’s compassion, creativity, and unwavering commitment exemplify the Right at Home mission to improve the quality of life for those we serve. His efforts are a reminder that going the extra mile can make all the difference.
