Certified nursing assistants, home health aides and senior caregivers make a difference in peoples’ lives. Sometimes, the job is tough and thankless. All caregivers make it possible for the elderly to age in place with dignity. In honor of CNAs, CHHAs and all senior caregivers, here are some inspirational quotes to brighten up their day:

“It is not how much you do, but how much love you put in the doing.” —Mother Theresa

“They may forget your name, but they will never forget how you made them feel.” —Maya Angelou

“Compassion automatically invites you to relate with people because you no longer regard people as a drain on your energy.” —Chogyam Trungpa

“Compassion brings us to a stop, and for a moment we rise above ourselves.” —Mason Cooley

“Be kind. Everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” —T.H. Thompson and John Watson

“To do what nobody else will do, in a way that nobody else can do, in spite of all we go through, is to be a nurse.” —Rawsi Williams