Not only does she regularly collect bread from local supermarkets and distribute it to people in need, over the years she has also helped around 600 homeless people by taking them into her home to offer a safe place to stay.
Helen says at one point she had 28 people staying with her and her family in a three bedroom home.
"We used every space on the property to make sure they had a comfortable place to sleep and a place to be safe," she says.
Helen says it's magical to be acknowledged and appreciated for what she has done over the years to help vulnerable community members.
"I'm very grateful and humbled to win this award. Since I noticed a need in the community all those years ago, I've just wanted to help people and get them off the street. If you're warm, have a full belly, and have somewhere to lay your head at night, you're not going to be out causing havoc."
When asked why she has dedicated her life to helping the community's most vulnerable, she says it's all about empathy.
"I've walked in these people's shoes, I've been hungry and cold, so I understand what they're going through and why."
The OCS Stars programme rewards and recognises OCS team members who go above and beyond and celebrates the company's values of Care, Safety, Trustworthy and Expert.
