Recognising the Unsung Heroes in Aged Care

Nominations Open for 2015 Bethanie Medallion

Now in it’s 12^th year, the Bethanie Medallion is an honorary citation presented in recognition of an individual or organisation having a history of consistently delivering an exceptional standard of service within the Aged Care sector.

Nominations are now open for this year’s Bethanie Medallion to nominate a colleague, group, organisation or friend who makes a significant contribution to Aged Care.

This includes doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, care workers, volunteer organisations, educators, students and individuals or anyone making a difference in the Aged Care community through their work.

There are six categories – Care Giver, Professional (executive or management), Volunteer Organisation, Individual Volunteer, Education and this year, the Bethanie Medallion has introduced a new Wellbeing award; which recognises the contribution of an individual in aged care going above and beyond normal practices.

This could include someone who has spear headed a new walking group for seniors or an organisation who has introduced a nutritional plan for their clients.

Chris How, CEO of Bethanie, says, “Each year, the Bethanie Medallion recognises people and organisations across the aged care industry who go above and beyond what is expected of them, to help the elderly of Western Australia. This year, I am delighted to introduce the Wellness Medallion which recognises the innovative and exciting work being done by aged care providers and their staff in improving the wellbeing of the elderly."

"The Bethanie Medallion Awards reflect a commitment to genuinely welcoming WA seniors into a warm, friendly and engaging environment; where the focus is well and truly on providing them with excellent service. I encourage everyone who has made a difference to aged care; whether for years, months or weeks; to nominate for the 2015 awards.”

The 2015 Bethanie Medallion categories are:

• Caregiver Medallion: Recognises a care giver with a history of consistently delivering exceptional service in an area of the Aged Care Sector.
• Professional Medallion – (Executive / Management): Recognises a professional with a history of consistently delivering exceptional service in an area of the Aged Care sector at a senior management level.
• Volunteer Organisation Medallion: Recognises an organisation that has shown outstanding dedication towards others in the community, inspiring others to contribute to, and participate in the Aged Care sector.
• Individual Volunteer Medallion: Recognises an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to those in Aged Care in a voluntary capacity.  
• Wellbeing Medallion: Recognises the contribution of an individual in aged care going above and beyond normal practices in relation to creating or maintaining wellness or wellbeing programmes.
• Education Medallion: Recognises an exceptional student or graduate who goes above and beyond their education or community outreach programs to service aged care.

Individuals, groups and organisations within the Aged Care sector are encouraged to nominate online at www.bethaniemedallion.com

Nominations close on Monday, 17^th August. The overall winner of the “All Rounder Medallion” – which acknowledges one of the winners as having gone above and beyond in their contribution to aged care – will receive a trip for two to Best Western Kuta Beach in Bali, thanks to event sponsor Have a Go News. All category winners will receive a double pass to Ace Cinemas Gold Lounge.

Key dates for entries:

• Entries close Monday 17^th August 2015
• Finalists will be announced Thursday 20^th August 2015
• Judging will take place on Monday 31^st August 2015
• Winners will be announced at the Bethanie Medallion Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, 23^rd September at Bethanie on the Park

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