The Parmenter Board of Trustees’ Executive Committee is pleased to announce the winner of the Third Annual Joan S. Batchelder Staff Excellence Award, Jennifer Wiles – the Director of Camp Erin® Boston and HEART playsm, an award-winning Children’s and Teens Bereavement Program. The award was presented to Jennifer on Wednesday, November 12th at the Weston Golf Club in Weston, MA. Jennifer joined Parmenter 2 years ago and has been an instrumental addition to the team.
The Joan S. Batchelder Staff Excellence Award was established in 2012 to recognize and reward a staff member each year who exemplifies Parmenter excellence and consistently performs at a level that is above and beyond what is asked and expected while also supporting Parmenter’s mission and values. Parmenter Executive Director, Denise McQuaide said, “Jennifer is nothing short of amazing for her ability to remember names and to make them feel appreciated. She is a shining example of Parmenter’ values”.
Jennifer‘s unassuming, quiet confidence and competence in meeting the needs of children and teens is exceptional. Jennifer knows no boundaries when it comes to responding to bereaving children. HEART play workshops are monthly and are a wonderful gathering place for children to cope with the illness or death of a loved one with other children of similar age. No matter the day or time of day, Jennifer responds to children’s needs in our community with compassion and sensitivity. In the past year, due to increased needs a teen program has been added to the ongoing HEARTplay program.
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Jennifer has done an amazing job with Parmenter’s Camp Erin initiative. She has created an incredible weekend for campers and their buddies, one that will leave a special healing touch with each child. Jennifer said, “I tell the kids, I know you have it in you to survive this, and we’ll do it together.” Jennifer has recruited over 200 volunteers from all walks of life for the Camp Erin Boston. Jennifer said “the kids and families I work with at Parmenter are so amazing. The kids are full of hope, resilience and courage.” Jennifer is truly someone who makes a difference in people’s lives. Parmenter and the Greater Boston area are truly lucky to have Jennifer in our community.
Photo: Cindy Mayher, Parmenter Foundation Executive Director, Tom Travers, President, Parmenter Board of Trustees, Jennifer Wiles, Parmenter Director of Camp Erin and Heartplay, Denise McQuaide, Parmenter Executive Director
