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Eight Who've Improved The Lives of Atlanta Seniors Are Honored
Griswold Home Care of Atlanta Metro and Friends of Gwinnett Seniors Gave Out "Delivered with Heart Awards" Nov. 2
On Nov. 2, Friends of Gwinnett Seniors teamed with Griswold Home Care of Atlanta Metro to hand out the first Delivered with Heart Awards recognizing caregivers and others who’ve had a positive impact on the Atlanta area senior population. During the event, held at 550 Trackside in Lawrenceville and emceed by WSB Radio host Scott Slade, the following people received the special blown-glass award:
- Advocacy Award - Chief Stephen Hrustich, Gwinnett Fire and Rescue
- Care Management Award - MaryEllen Smith, Senior Provisions, Atlanta
- Caregiving Award - Dr. Melissa Wikoff, Peachtree Hearing, Marietta
- Community Award - Jennifer Thilo, Delmar Gardens, Lawrenceville
- Volunteerism Award - Fay Josephs, Mending the Gap, Lawrenceville
- End of Life Care Award - Hugh Henderson, Capstone Hospice, Norcross
- Hospice Skilled Care Award - LaShonda Jones, Budd Terrace, Atlanta
- Financial/Legal Security Award - Victoria Collier, The Elder & Disability Law Firm of Victoria L. Collier
About Griswold Home Care
With more than 200 locations in 32 states, Griswold Home Care is one of the country's top home care agencies, providing compassionate care 24/7 to its clients. Serving the entire Atlanta Metro area, its purpose is to give people the help they need to live in the place they love. Through this purpose, Griswold Home Care helps adults maintain quality of life through services including companion care, home services, personal care, and respite care. Founded by the late Jean Griswold, the company has maintained its founder's profound sense of empathy for older and disabled adults and those living with chronic conditions. For more information, visit www.griswoldhomecare.com or call 404-567-5208.
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About Friends of Gwinnett Seniors
Friends of Gwinnett Seniors is a nonprofit 501(c)3 volunteer-run organization dedicated to raising funds to support senior programs in Gwinnett County, Georgia. It is committed to the intention that all seniors in Gwinnett have the opportunity to be active and visible participants in their community and experience a healthy, safe, and fulfilling life in the home setting of their choice with access to transportation, health care, good nutrition, and assistance in their homes. For more information or to donate, visit www.friendsofgwinnettseniors.org.
