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Frequently Asked Questions
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Any position within a Michigan-based long-term care setting is eligible, including clinical, administrative, support, and ancillary roles.
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Each recipient receives a commemorative trophy, a $1,000 monetary award, and the Health Care Hero Purple Cape.
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A completed nomination application must be submitted electronically and include: nominee details (name, title, facility, and contact info), nominator contact information, and a 300–600 word essay.
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Provide specific examples of outstanding performance, a positive and uplifting attitude, respectful interactions, what differentiates the nominee from peers, and actions that go above and beyond normal responsibilities.
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All application materials must be typed and submitted electronically through the website.
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Recipients are selected by a committee appointed by the Healthcare Excellence Council, with a process designed for fairness, consistency, alignment with program values, and representation across long-term care communities.