Our Philosophy
Aldous Huxley, a pioneer in the study of philosophies and techniques for the development of human potential said in one of his lectures towards the latter part of his life: “People often ask me…what is the most effective technique for transforming lives?” He replied, “It’s a little embarrassing that after years and years of research, my best answer is just be a little kinder”.
Can it be that simple? The paradox of the power of kindness is that it does not feel powerful at all. In fact it almost feels too simple to be important. But, as Huxley said, it is the number one panacea that can transform lives. And, here is the interesting part; the life of the giver is changed for the better just as much as that of the person on the receiving end of kindness.
To the world you may be only one person.
But to one person you just might be the world."
- Mark Twain
Here at Cork Care and Companion Agency we see on a daily basis just how kindness, coupled with care and assistance can ease the situation in times of trauma and during any given crises. We see too how the selfless act of ‘going that extra mile’ will always serve to ease the most traumatic and challenging situations.
Our Team of dedicated care-givers and companions act as surrogate members of the family, when it is not possible for family to be on call or to assist in times of need. This is also the case especially when there is no family, when a person lives alone. Kindness is one of the prerequisites for applicants who apply to work within our agency. Other important qualities required of our team members are honesty, flexibility and trust-worthiness. We find that when kindness is prevalent then all these other qualities follow on naturally.