Stroke Awards 2018
December 21, 2017
Nominations open: Stroke Awards 2018
The Stroke Foundation is on the hunt for local residents making life better within the stroke community, with nominations for the 2018 Stroke Awards now open.
The awards are an opportunity to celebrate stroke survivors and commend carers, volunteers, health professionals and researchers who work tirelessly to improve the lives of those affected by stroke.
Stroke Foundation Chief Executive Officer Sharon McGowan said the awards recognised the outstanding Australians dedicated to treating, supporting and advocating for stroke survivors and the broader stroke community.
“One in six people will have a stroke in their lifetime and there is one stroke in this country every nine minutes. It happens in an instant and its impact can be devastating,’’ Ms McGowan said.
“Helping stroke survivors, their families and carers negotiate the days, weeks and months after a stroke is vital work in our community.
“We want to acknowledge and celebrate the amazing people who carry out this important work and improve the state of stroke in our country.
“In holding the awards we also want to raise awareness of stroke and the challenged faced by stroke survivors loved ones.”
Nominations for the ninth annual Stroke Awards are now open and will close on Friday 16 February 2018 and winners will be announced at the Stroke Foundation’s Stroke Awards Ceremony in Melbourne during May 2018.
Ms McGowan encouraged community ambassadors to nominate people in their community who were making a difference.
“Every day we see incredible examples of people going above and beyond to lessen the significant burden stroke places on our community,” she said.
“The Stroke Awards is an opportunity to draw attention to those who do the vital work to prevent, beat and treat stroke.
“I would encourage people to nominate the stroke champions in their community.
To nominate for the 2018 Stroke Awards, visit the Stroke Foundation website or contact the Stroke Foundation Awards Team at media@strokefoundation.org.au or 03 9670 1000.
Stroke Award Categories
• Improving Life After Stroke Award
Awarded to those who voluntarily dedicate their time to improving the care and support of stroke survivors in the community.
• Creative Award – Proudly sponsored by Marmalade Melbourne Advertising Agency
Celebrating a stroke survivors’ contribution to creative industries, including writing, photography, music and fine art.
• Fundraiser of the Year Award – Proudly sponsored by Precision Mail
This award recognises a fundraiser who has gone above and beyond to help raise awareness and funds for stroke in Australia.
• Courage Award – Proudly sponsored by Australian Physiotherapy Association
This award recognises the indomitable courage and hope shown by survivors and carers in facing stroke recovery.
• Volunteer of the Year Award – (New Award) Proudly sponsored by NAB
Awarded to outstanding volunteers whose dedicated service has made a significant difference.
• President’s Achievement Award (New Award)
This award will recognise the exceptional individuals who have made a significant contribution.
To nominate for the 2018 Stroke Awards, go to www.strokefoundation.org.au or contact the Stroke Foundation Awards Team on 03 9670 1000.
The Stroke Foundation is on the hunt for local residents making life better within the stroke community, with nominations for the 2018 Stroke Awards now open.
The awards are an opportunity to celebrate stroke survivors and commend carers, volunteers, health professionals and researchers who work tirelessly to improve the lives of those affected by stroke.
Stroke Foundation Chief Executive Officer Sharon McGowan said the awards recognised the outstanding Australians dedicated to treating, supporting and advocating for stroke survivors and the broader stroke community.
“One in six people will have a stroke in their lifetime and there is one stroke in this country every nine minutes. It happens in an instant and its impact can be devastating,’’ Ms McGowan said.
“Helping stroke survivors, their families and carers negotiate the days, weeks and months after a stroke is vital work in our community.
“We want to acknowledge and celebrate the amazing people who carry out this important work and improve the state of stroke in our country.
“In holding the awards we also want to raise awareness of stroke and the challenged faced by stroke survivors loved ones.”
Nominations for the ninth annual Stroke Awards are now open and will close on Friday 16 February 2018 and winners will be announced at the Stroke Foundation’s Stroke Awards Ceremony in Melbourne during May 2018.
Ms McGowan encouraged community ambassadors to nominate people in their community who were making a difference.
“Every day we see incredible examples of people going above and beyond to lessen the significant burden stroke places on our community,” she said.
“The Stroke Awards is an opportunity to draw attention to those who do the vital work to prevent, beat and treat stroke.
“I would encourage people to nominate the stroke champions in their community.
To nominate for the 2018 Stroke Awards, visit the Stroke Foundation website or contact the Stroke Foundation Awards Team at media@strokefoundation.org.au or 03 9670 1000.
Stroke Award Categories
• Improving Life After Stroke Award
Awarded to those who voluntarily dedicate their time to improving the care and support of stroke survivors in the community.
• Creative Award – Proudly sponsored by Marmalade Melbourne Advertising Agency
Celebrating a stroke survivors’ contribution to creative industries, including writing, photography, music and fine art.
• Fundraiser of the Year Award – Proudly sponsored by Precision Mail
This award recognises a fundraiser who has gone above and beyond to help raise awareness and funds for stroke in Australia.
• Courage Award – Proudly sponsored by Australian Physiotherapy Association
This award recognises the indomitable courage and hope shown by survivors and carers in facing stroke recovery.
• Volunteer of the Year Award – (New Award) Proudly sponsored by NAB
Awarded to outstanding volunteers whose dedicated service has made a significant difference.
• President’s Achievement Award (New Award)
This award will recognise the exceptional individuals who have made a significant contribution.
To nominate for the 2018 Stroke Awards, go to www.strokefoundation.org.au or contact the Stroke Foundation Awards Team on 03 9670 1000.