Depth of Commitment

The individual will have demonstrated unusual commitment to their work. He is a person who can be counted on to repsond when there is a need; to listen when others might not and to go beyond what is considered reasonable. He is tenacious and forthcoming with his ideas and not always willing to accept the status quo in his work and commitment to others.

Innovation

The ideal candidate will have created his own organization or project or have taken an existing one to new lengths.

Leadership

The idea candidate would be an individual who has been providing service to the community for at least 20 years.

Results

The candidate must have produced tangible or intangible results from his work in areas of health care, human service or community projects that improve the lives of the people who live in the human community.

Creation of Meaningful Change

The nominee will have made a uniqe or lasting impact on improving the lives of others through his efforts.

Past Touching Lives Award recipients include:

Dr. Charles Tiber - 2007

Dr. David Weissman - 2007

Mrs. Sue Ann Thompson - 2008

Mr. Leo Brideau - 2009

Mr. William Petasnick - 2009

Mrs. Colleen McCracken - 2010

Mrs. Mary Schmidt - 2010

Mrs. Suzette Smith - 2010

Dr. Lyle Henry - 2011

Dr. Anthony Linn - 2011

Mrs. Pamela Parker - 2011