A hospital housekeeper's kindness earned a surprise thank-you
A patient's family nominated Integris housekeeper Anita Martin for KFOR's Pay It 4Ward. She received the award on her floor, along with a $400 gift.
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Anita Martin, a housekeeper at Integris, was surprised at work with KFOR's Pay It 4Ward award and a $400 gift from First Fidelity Bank, the station reported on October 21, 2026. Kent Ogle made the presentation on her unit. The nomination came from Esther, whose daughter had been a patient on the seven East unit and has since recovered. Esther thanked Martin for the hard work and the kindness, and said the family felt comfortable with her in the room.
Nurse director Artoya French said Martin has been on the floor a little over two years, that she is a welcoming face, and that patients and caregivers both rely on her. The award is that family's thank-you and the $400. It is not a change in her job.
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