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Shining Star Award

The AAPACN LTPAC Shining Star Award

The AAPACN LTPAC Shining Star Award honors a member who embodies a spirit of inspiration, touching the lives of residents, families, and co-workers.

AAPACN is proud to celebrate the work of long-term and post-acute care professionals who embody the vision and values of AAPACN. The winner of the AAPACN LTPAC Shining Star Award will be honored at the AAPACN 2025 Conference, April 22-25, 2025, in Louisville, KY.

Requirements:

  • Must be a current AAPACN member in good standing.
  • May not have won this award or the Inspiration Award in the past.
  • Must be a resident of the United States.
  • Applications must be submitted by midnight MT Nov. 8, 2024.

Award Inclusions:

  • The recipient of this award will receive a complimentary registration to the AAPACN 2025 Conference, three-night hotel stay at the conference hotel, and a $500 travel stipend.

Instructions:

  • Watch this short video with helpful tips for completing the application.
  • Complete the application form using the link below. You will be required to provide answers to the following two questions:
    1. Tell us why you (or the nominee) are a shining star of LTPAC. We love examples and stories! Be sure to include how you (or the nominee) touches the lives of residents, families, and co-workers.
  • We highly encourage the submission of recommendations, particularly for those submitting their own nominations. Please forward this recommendation form to your supervisor, administrator, mentor, or peers.
  • Include name and facility in the requested fields, but please omit from the other questions, as the application will be made anonymous. Please use “the candidate” and “at our facility” when describing the candidate and their work.