Thousands of people in northeast Indiana devote their energies daily to improving life for people who have cancer. Healthcare providers, researchers, cancer patient advocates and friends who check on a neighbor undergoing a personal cancer battle are all making a vital difference in the lives of others.
To recognize these often-unsung heroes, the Parkview Comprehensive Cancer Center created the Parkview Cancer Care Award in 2009. The annual award recognizes laypeople and healthcare professionals who have given extraordinary service in any of these areas:
- Providing encouragement, compassion or hope
- Developing a unique solution
- Creating a healthier environment
- Educating the public and/or lobbying for patient-focused change
- Creating easier access to services and screenings
The award
Award winners are honored in a public ceremony during a reception at the Parkview Comprehensive Cancer Center. Winners are presented with a unique work of art created by local artists. Past award winners have received items such as a decorative hand-turned hardwood bowl and a stained glass panel. The cancer center seeks to involve artists who have been personally affected by cancer, or who wish to contribute to this uplifting program.
In addition to receiving the gift of art, each recipient is featured in a photo displayed for one year at the cancer center. His or her name is also engraved on a commemorative plaque.
Nominate your cancer hero
Nominations for the 2011 Parkview Cancer Care Award are closed. If you submitted a nomination and your nominee is not chosen for the 2011 award, you are welcome to nominate the same person (or group) in 2012. Winners of the 2011 award will be announced at the August 31 ceremony.
For more information, contact the community outreach coordinator at (260) 266-9180.