The Outstanding Family Caregiver of the Year Award honors one of the thousands of volunteer caregivers that lovingly care for family and friends. Family caregivers demonstrate their compassion, often at great sacrifice, to assist with everyday activities for family members who are elderly, chronically ill, or disabled. November is “National Family Caregivers’ Month.”  It is hoped that this award will serve to heighten public awareness of the contributions of all caregivers. Many of today's adults find themselves in what is now called the "Sandwich Generation." They may be full time caregivers to not only their children but to their aging parents, spouses, grandchildren and other loved ones. These caregivers step up to fulfill a critical role in Houston’s long term care system. Their contributions are tremendous and their recognition richly deserved.

Nominations must be postmarked, received via fax, mail or e-mail no later than Tuesday, October 15, 2009. Members of the Senior Guidance Directory Board of Directors and Advisory Council will review nominations and their decision will be final.

Name of Nominated Caregiver:_______________________________________

Address:_________________________________________________________

City, Zip:________________________________Phone:___________________

Nominees E-mail:__________________________________________________

Which of these categories best describes the caregiving nature of your nominee?

__Spouse caring for spouse                         ___Parent caring for adult child                           
__Sibling caring for sibling                           ___Grandparent caring for grandchild
__Son/daughter caring for parent                 ___Other (identify the relationship)

Is the Nominee aware that his/her name is being submitted for nomination?____

Please complete the following answers in less than two pages.
How are you familiar with the care this nominee gives?

To whom does the nominee provide care?  (Provide name and relationship)

Describe the nominee you wish to be recognized and why you would like them to receive this honor.

Describe the care recipient’s condition, details about the care provided by the nominee, how long care has been provided, and any other information you would like to share.

Nominated By:____________________________________________________

Address:_________________________________________________________

Phone:_____________________E-mail:________________________________

Please copy and complete this form.  Email your nomination to: msorenson@srguidance.org or mail to Michelle Sorenson, Chairman, Board of Directors, Senior Guidance Directory, Inc., 2700 Southwest Freeway, Suite 277, Houston, TX  77098.

Please refer any questions or concerns regarding this information to:
Michelle Sorenson
Phone: 713.529.9991 ext. 4
Fax: 713.529.2379
E-mail: msorenson@srguidance.org

DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS: Tuesday, October 15, 2009.