Awards and Recognition
Aging Services of Minnesota honors outstanding individuals and organizations in the older adult services field. From pioneers who created new options in housing and care for older adults to those whose commitment to care giving is shown through lengthy, honorable service, Aging Services recognizes members through an extensive awards program.
Aging Services of Minnesota Spring Awards
A series of highly coveted, statewide awards honors the best of the best in older adult services.
Nominations for the 2012 Awards are being accepted through October 7, 2011. Download complete details here -
2012 Spring Awards Brochure
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS
Caregiver of the Year http://survey.minnesotacca.com/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=l842mn8
Honors direct and supporting caregivers who greatly enhance the quality of life for seniors and their communities through their direct care or support services to residents. District and Statewide awards are given.
Volunteer of the Year http://survey.minnesotacca.com/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=l842ln8
Honor volunteers who enhance the quality of life for seniors and their communities. District and Statewide awards are given.
Spirit of Aging Award http://survey.minnesotacca.com/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=l8434n8
Presented to a resident/tenant/client of an Aging Services member community who exemplifies the concept of positive and active aging. This award may also be given to a group of individuals such as resident council, volunteer group, or the like.
Kal Michels Outstanding Leadership Award http://survey.minnesotacca.com/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=l842nn8
Honors a person whose work and leadership has enhanced the work environment in their organization and the quality of life for residents and community. This award is given to a person in a top executive leadership role in the organization (administrator, housing director, CEO).
Ray Johnson Leadership in Action Award http://survey.minnesotacca.com/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=l8433n8
Honors a person whose actions and leadership greatly enhance the work environment in their senior living community and the quality of life for their residents; and have taken action to provide leadership to their fellow employees. This award is given to a person in a leadership or management role but not the top executive in the organization (administrator, housing director, CEO).
Trustee of the Year http://survey.minnesotacca.com/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=l8436n8
Honors a volunteer board member of a member organization whose service and actions have enriched the lives of older persons and enhanced their community.
ORGANIZATIONAL AWARDS
Excellence in the Workplace Award http://survey.minnesotacca.com/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=l8437n8
Honors an older adult services organization as an employer of choice for progressive practices that enhance employee satisfaction and retention, promoting careers in the field and investing in employees.
Community Impact Award http://survey.minnesotacca.com/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=l8438n8
Honors a member organization that goes beyond the health service or housing role to support and/or improve the community; extended services beyond the traditional scope of resident care and demonstrates social responsibility and the organization's role as a responsible corporate citizen.
Excellence & Innovation Awards http://survey.minnesotacca.com/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=l8439n8
Multiple awards are given to showcase excellence, innovation and accomplishments in a wide array of areas:
- Direct Care (social services, therapy, recreation/activities, nursing, pastoral care)
- Support Services (transportation, nutritional services, communications, business offices, environmental services)
- Building Design, Construction, Energy Conservation, Sustainable Green Design
- Programming and Life Enrichment
- Work Force Development
- Marketing
- Financial
- Assistive Technology
Winning nominations are presented as concurrent educational sessions at the 2012 Institute.
OTHER AWARDS (presented at various times)
Spirit of Advocacy Award
Recognizes individuals, groups or organizations that have performed exceptional advocacy on behalf of older adult services.
Excellence in Media
This award recognizes outstanding achievement by a media representative or media organization in covering older adult services or related issues.
Legislative Champion Award
Given to sitting Minnesota legislator for exceptional support and sponsorship of issues related to older adult services.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Retiring members whose achievements throughout the years have inspired others and contributed to the formation and goals, governance and initiatives of Aging Services of Minnesota
Honorary Membership
Retired members who have been active in voluntary leadership within the association throughout their career.
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