The Partners in Care Award was established in 1995 to honor those who exemplify and promote the ideals of family-centered care. Family-centered care redefines the roles of families, health care professionals, educators and communities in providing for individuals with special needs. It places the family and the individual at the core of care provision, and promotes an atmosphere of respect, support, collaboration and empowerment.

The Partners in Care Award is given annually to both a family member and a professional in Vermont who embody these beliefs and whose work has resulted in a community benefit or systemic change. This year, we are adding a Child/Youth and Organization award! The total of four awards will be announced December 6th at the Partners In Care Conference.

Name of Nominee: _______________________________  Phone:________________

Nominee’s Address: ____________________________________________________

Nomination Category:  __ Family member  __Professional  __Family/Professional Partnership  __Child/Youth  __Organization

Nominator's Name / Telephone: (optional)___________________________________

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1. In what ways does this person/org exemplify and promote the ideals of family-centered care? (Refer to description of Family-Centered Care Philosophy)
 
 
 
 
 
 

2. What systemic changes or community benefits have resulted from this person's/org's leadership efforts?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Please return your completed nomination, by November 15, to:
Parent to Parent of VT; 600 Blair Park Rd. #240; Williston, VT 05495
or FAX to: (802) 764-5297 or copy & paste into an email to: Angela Smith