Coventry Resident to Be Recognized For 25 Years of Caring Service

West Bay Residential Services, a Warwick-based care provider for individuals with developmental disabilities, will honor 13 employees on Thursday, July 25 at its Longevity Luncheon, including one Coventry resident. Incorporated in 1981, West Bay Residential Services is a non-profit that values the longtime loyalty of its team, now 350 members strong.  

The Longevity Luncheons occur twice annually, celebrating team members who reach significant five-year milestones. The July Longevity Luncheon will celebrate three team members with five years of experience at West Bay, four with 10 years, two with 15 years, two with 20 years, and two with 25 years.

This event will mark a quarter-century that Lori Zoglio and Susan Laiter have worked at West Bay. 

Zoglio, a native of Coventry, works as a Registered Nurse Consultant and has similarly worn many hats at West Bay. She has also served as a Manager and Training Director during her tenure. 

Laiter, who resides in West Warwick, has filled a variety of roles during her time with West Bay, most recently working as a Direct Support Professional on the night-shift. 

When asked what they loved about working at West Bay, almost in unison, both women answered, “working with the [individuals] they become like family.  There’s a sense of community here, which makes the job fun, and makes seeing their growth all the more special.”

For their dedication, honorees will be treated to a rare reversal of roles. Participants in the West Bay Residential Services day program will prepare food for the event. Honorees will also receive gifts for their years of service.  

“We have everything from mini-coolers on wheels to sweatshirts and windbreakers,” said Sherri Sarault, Director of Workforce Development and member of the luncheon committee.

The organization’s leadership unquestionably does its part to decide the pace and set the tone for the enduring dependability of its team members. Executive Director, John DiMarco; Assistant Director, Kathleen Millard; and Assistant Director, Debra A. Sweetman have each worked at West Bay Residential Services since its founding.