2025 Award Categories

Seeking Nominations in Excellence
Deadline to nominate February 28, 2025

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At LeadingAge Oregon, we believe in celebrating the extraordinary individuals in our communities who dedicate themselves to making a difference in senior living. These awards honor those who go beyond expectations to achieve excellence, inspire their peers, and leave a lasting impact through their work.

We’re thrilled to recognize this year’s award winners at the Annual Conference, May 20-22 in beautiful Sunriver. Take a moment to nominate a deserving colleague, leader, or team member.

New this year: two additional award categories! Don’t miss the opportunity to spotlight the outstanding professionals shaping the future of our field. Submit your nominations today!

Caring Spirit
Honors an employee from a member community who consistently demonstrates exceptional service and dedication in their profession, providing outstanding direct resident care.
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Unsung Hero
Honors an employee from a member community who consistently exemplifies exceptional service and dedication in a non-resident care role, making a significant impact often behind the scenes.
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Innovative Program
Honors an individual, or group of individuals from a member community who have developed programs and services that are models of excellence, innovation, and best practices.
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Housing Star of the Year
Honors a housing manager, coordinator, or maintenance tech who exemplify commitment, professionalism, and excellence. This category celebrates those who go above and beyond to create safe, welcoming, and well-maintained communities.
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Executive of the Year
Honors a CEO, executive director, administrator, or manager from a member community who exemplifies exceptional leadership, fosters innovation, mentors others, and makes significant contributions to their community.
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Silver Stars
This award is presented to any employee from LeadingAge Oregon provider member organization who has not already received a Silver Star Award and has been employed at a LeadingAge Oregon provider member community or organization for 25 years or more -- as of May 10, 2025.
Submit Silver Star Here