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You know people who serve seniors with compassion and excellence. Honor them by submitting a nomination.
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- NominateHonor a Hero You Know
Preview of Questions:
Why is the person or organization you are nominating a great example or role model of a senior hero?
Tell us some specific ways that the person or organization that you are nominating has made an impact on the quality of life of seniors and their families.
How does this person or organization collaborate with other to make a difference in the lives of seniors in our community?
What are the awards?
Pat Jollota Leadership Award
A Lifetime Achievement Award
A person who has provided significant leadership and service to aging services & programs in Clark County; this can include an individual who has dedicated his/her time, talent and treasures over a course of their career in the field of gerontology and aging services.
This award is named in honor of a dedicated public and community servant. Read more about her service here.
Past recipients include:
2020 | Dick Halvorson
CDM-Halvorson Legacy Society, CDM Caregiving Services Board of Directors, Clark County Senior Hero Awards, National Institute of Senior Centers, U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, Vancouver Parks and Recreation, Clark County Men’s Shed, Citizens Advisory Committee for the Building Communities Fund2019 | Dee Memering
Glenwood Place Senior Living, Friends of Hospice, Leadership Clark County, CDM Caregiving Services, Senior Heroes Awards, Hazel Dell Salmon Creek Business Association
2018 | Lynn Crawford, RN
PeaceHealth SW, End of Life Coalition, HOPE Dementia Support
2017 | Patricia Gray, RN BC-Geriatrics
Angelbrook Senior Living, At Your Place Senior Care, Clark County Commission on AgingSenior-Focused Organizations
Two Awards Annually
One award for a not-for-profit organization and one award to a for-profit business. Both serve in Clark County and provide exceptional leadership in the areas of service collaboration; financial support; innovative services; community service to seniors; etc. for the benefit of the senior population in Clark County. These can be a local, state, regional, or national company that advocates for the well-being of seniors and promotes aging with dignity.
Community Hero Award
One Award
Any individual in Clark County that is in service to a senior(s) and has an unparalleled dedication to the health and wellbeing of that individual. For example, a family caregiver, a fitness expert, or a person that has a passion for service to seniors.
Senior Champion Award
One Award
Any individual that advocates for the rights and well-being of seniors in the community. We’re looking for a person that goes to bat for their client or neighbor and goes above and beyond what is expected. This category can include legal, financial, and fiduciary professionals as wells as guardians, case managers, and everyday citizens.
Senior Heroes
Caregivers of the YearTwo Awards
Any professional caregivers in Clark County who have provided exemplary caregiver services to seniors. The person should demonstrate a caregiving career that values service to others and provides an exceptional level of care to seniors. They might be a CNA, HCA, or individual provider.
- Home Care
- Hospice
- Nursing and Rehab Facilities
- Senior Living Communities
- Hospitals
Healthcare Professional Award
One Award
Any person in the medical profession that goes above and beyond for the seniors in their care. Medical Doctor (MD, all specialties), Clinical Audiologist (Au.D.) Nurse Practitioner (N.P.), Psychologist (PsyD), Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse(LPN/LVN), Occupational therapist (O.T), Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Dietitian (RD), Physical Therapist (PT), Professional Clinical nurse specialist (CNS), Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), Clinical social worker (CSW), Physician Assistant (PA).
How Do I Nominate a Hero?
Preview of Questions:
Why is the person or organization you are nominating a great example or role model of a senior hero?
Tell us some specific ways that the person or organization that you are nominating has made an impact on the quality of life of seniors and their families.
How does this person or organization collaborate with other to make a difference in the lives of seniors in our community?
2020 Winners
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2019 Winners
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