Jacob Henry Mansion

If
 You Work in Healthcare, This Is the Night You Don't Want to
 Miss: U.S. Healthcare Chamber Announces Inaugural Champions of
 Care Award Gala
A
 black-tie evening at the historic Jacob Henry Mansion will honor
 the people and places behind compassionate care.
JOLIET,
 Ill. | November 3, 2026 |&nbsp;A night of glamour,
 gratitude, and recognition unfolds at the historic Jacob Henry
 Mansion as the region's healthcare heroes take center stage.&nbsp;On Thursday,
 December 10, 2026, the healthcare community will gather
 to finally give those moments the recognition they deserve at the
 U.S.
 Healthcare Chamber's Inaugural Champions of Care Award Gala.
The
 black-tie evening runs from 6:00
 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (CST) at the Jacob
 Henry Mansion, 20 S. Eastern Ave., Joliet, IL 60433. It
 brings together leaders from hospitals, home care and home health
 agencies, assisted living and independent living communities,
 nursing homes, and memory care residences for a night of
 connection, inspiration, and honor.
This
 is the first time the Chamber has brought the entire continuum of
 care together for a celebration of this kind. If you lead, serve,
 refer to, or partner with anyone in healthcare, this is the room
 to be in. It is a chance to stand shoulder to shoulder with peers,
 celebrate the champions among you, and be part of the evening that
 begins a new tradition for the industry.
The
 gala also supports the USHC
 Future of Care Fund, which raises vital support to help
 ensure that compassionate care remains within reach for every
 family who needs it.
"This
 gala is our love letter to the healthcare community," said Melissa
 Daugherty, PR Coordinator for the U.S. Healthcare
 Chamber. "These are the people who don't just show up for work.
 They show up for people, for families, and for entire communities,
 often during the hardest moments of their lives. This is their
 night, and everyone who cares about healthcare belongs in that
 room."
In
 her welcome letter, Carolyn
 Tait, CEO and Founder of the U.S. Healthcare Chamber,
 extends the invitation on behalf of the Board of Directors and
 Advisory Board: "It is our chance, together, to say thank you to
 every individual and organization who plays a vital role in the
 health and longevity of others."
Event
 Details
<ul>
 <li>What:
 Inaugural Champions of Care Award Gala (black tie)</li>
 <li>When:
 Thursday, December 10, 2026, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (CST)</li>
 <li>Where:
 Jacob Henry Mansion, 20 S. Eastern Ave., Joliet, IL 60433</li>
 <li>Ticket
 Sales Close: November 26, 2026</li>
 </ul>
Become
 a Sponsor
Organizations
 that want to stand alongside the honorees and put their name in
 front of the region's healthcare leaders are invited to become a
 sponsor of the gala. Sponsorship agreements and payment are due by
 Friday,
 November 13, 2026 to receive full sponsor benefits.
Reserve
 your tickets or learn how to become a sponsor at <a href="https://www.ushealthcarechamber.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.ushealthcarechamber.org</a>.
About
 the U.S. Healthcare Chamber 
 The U.S. Healthcare Chamber's mission is to foster collaboration,
 advocacy, and professional growth across all healthcare-related
 fields. It supports hospitals, small businesses, private
 practices, service providers, and the individuals who help shape
 the future of healthcare. Through advocacy, networking, education,
 and innovation, the Chamber empowers healthcare professionals and
 organizations to build stronger, healthier communities.
Media
Contact:
Melissa Daugherty 
PR Coordinator, U.S. Healthcare Chamber 
Event
Contact:
Carolyn Tait, CEO and Founder 
(815) 451-8400 
<a href="mailto:Info@ushealthcarechamber.org">Info@ushealthcarechamber.org</a>
<a href="https://www.ushealthcarechamber.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.ushealthcarechamber.org</a>

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IMPORTANT:&nbsp;Show Admission and Youth Policy
Adults 18 and Up: $1
Ages 13 to 17&nbsp;are admitted for $1 each, but Ages 13 - 17&nbsp;MUST&nbsp;be accompanied and supervised by their Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian at all times while attending the show.
Ages 12 and Under are admitted FREE, but MUST be accompanied and supervised by their Parent or Parent-Appointed Adult Guardian at all times while attending the show.&nbsp;
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Door Prizes
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WINNERS&nbsp;MUST&nbsp;BE&nbsp;PRESENT&nbsp;@ Drawing&nbsp;Times - No Exceptions&nbsp;
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11:30 Door Prize - $25 Gift Certificate to Spend at the Same Day's Show Any Dealer at the Sports Cards and More Show
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One Full Size Sports Theme Nothing Bundt Cake Courtesy of Nothing Bundt Cakes in Orland Park
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