Council on Aging Martin County Seeks Nominations for New Unsung Hero Award

Stuart, Fla – Every community has Unsung Heroes. They are the neighbors who show up quietly, the volunteers who never seek recognition, the mentors, helpers, and steady hands whose impact is felt far beyond what is seen.

 

In celebration of the 10th Anniversary of the Sage Awards, the Council on Aging Martin County is introducing a new and meaningful honor this year: the Unsung Hero Award. For the first time, the community is invited to help identify the seniors who deserve this special recognition.

 

The Sage Awards honor individuals age 60 and better who continue to lead purposeful, engaged lives, using their experience, skills, and compassion to strengthen our community. Traditional award categories include the Chairman’s Award, the Charlie Kane Award, and awards in the categories of Arts & Culture, Community Service, Education,  Faith Based, Health Science & Medicine, and Military & Veteran Support.

 

The new Unsung Hero category shines a light on seniors whose contributions often happen behind the scenes. These are individuals who volunteer faithfully, mentor generously, and uplift others through consistent acts of kindness, leadership, and service, often without public acknowledgment.

 

Because Unsung Heroes rarely call attention to themselves, the Council on Aging Martin County is asking friends, neighbors, colleagues, and community members to speak up on their behalf.

 

If you know a senior whose quiet dedication would be deeply missed if they stepped away, now is the time to nominate them.

 

Submitting a nomination is easy. A short online form is available at https://coamartin.org/ways-to-give/sage-awards asking for basic information and a brief explanation of why your nominee deserves recognition as an Unsung Hero.

 

Nominations must be submitted by end of day on Monday, March 1. The Unsung Hero will be honored at the Sage Awards Banquet on March 25 at Piper’s Landing Yacht and Country Club.

 

Community members are encouraged not only to nominate, but also to attend this milestone celebration. Sponsorship opportunities and individual tickets are available.

 

For nomination details, sponsorship information, or to purchase tickets, visit www.coamartin.org/foundation/sage-awards.

 

About the Council on Aging of Martin County

The Council on Aging Martin County is the community’s hub for senior resources and the county’s Lead Agency on Aging. Founded in 1974, the organization offers expertise, programming and support for older adults and their families to help seniors maintain lives of quality and purpose. Services include Day Primary Care Center, Memory Enhancement Center, Adult Day Club, Meals on Wheels, care management, caregiver support, and a robust offering of educational, cultural, fitness and wellness programs.

 

The Kane Center located at 900 SE Salerno Road in Stuart is the Council on Aging Martin County’s headquarters and is also an event venue available to the public. It serves as a special needs hurricane shelter when necessary.  Council on Aging Martin County also operates senior outreach facilities in Hobe Sound, Jensen Beach, East Stuart and Indiantown.  A 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, the Council on Aging receives funding from state and federal agencies and relies on philanthropic support from the community, including other agencies, private foundations and individual donors. For more information, visit www.coamartin.org.