Kimberly Hayes is a diehard animal lover. She has been a vet technician at Clermont Veterinary Hospital since 1991. Hayes says since high school she has worked with the Gainesville Humane Society, so she has felt like helping people and animals is her calling. Kimberly has been in Hall County for many years, but is originally from Korea.
Hayes is a helping hand for animals that don’t have a home. She works to help put rescue animals in homes before they have to go through shelters. Kimberly herself has saved many animals and taken them under her wing. For instance, she has a dog that was rescued from a fire and was not supposed to be alive today, but she has nursed it back to health.
Hayes has an incredible relationship with her daughter Megan. They often frequent the Japanese Steak House Kiku, which is located on Dawsonville Highway for authentic Japanese food. Hayes also enjoys Lake Lanier around the Olympic Rowing Venue in Hall County.
We caught up with Kimberly at the Veterinary Clinic to ask her a few questions.
Question: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met while living here?
Answer: “I’ve always admired people that help others in the community…doctors, policemen, firemen.”
Q: What is your favorite movie?
A: “Depends on what age I am, but I have always liked The Sound of Music and My Sister’s Keeper.”
Q: Who are the top three bands you would want to see, alive or dead?
A: Air Supply, Stevie Nicks, and Blake Shelton.
Q: If you could give a crowd of people a piece of advice, what would you say?
A: “Be true to yourself and always try to help others.”
Q: At what point in your life have you felt the most satisfied?
A: “I loved my 30’s. I felt refreshed and lively. I also grew up a lot and had my daughter.”
Q: What is your favorite thing about living in Hall County?
A: “The events that are offered to the public, all the kid friendly activities, and it’s a loving place.”
The Faces of Hall County is a project to showcase the amazing people that live or work in our community. If you would like to nominate an interesting person to be featured please email babernathy@gonorton.com.
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