Volunteer recognition awards presented at Mercy Care's Annual Friendship Picnic

LAKE PLACID | At Mercy Care's Annual Friendship Picnic Sept. 5 volunteers were ceremoniously thanked and awards presented in appreciation of their enthusiastic participation and years of dedication. "We cannot thank you enough. We . . . honor and recognize the extraordinary gifts of friendship, kindness, and assistance [volunteers] give to their elder neighbors," said Board President Melissa Eisinger. VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR Sue Lackmann of Lake Placid was presented with the Catherine McAuley Award, which recognizes a Friendship Volunteer who has served for two or more years, has given outstanding service, and exemplifies the values of Mercy Care. 100+ HOURS OF SERVICE Volunteers with more than 100 hours were Denis Chagnon, Tom Connors, George DeChant, Stacey Dodd, Alanna Fox, Paul Guerrette, Martha Holmes, Cathy Johnston, Sue Lackmann, Colette Lettero, Susan Lindteigen, Penny McGill, Debbie McLean, Dan Santerre, and Susan Steen. 1,000+ MILES For transporting elders to medical appointments, shopping trips, outings, and more, Denis Chagnon, Tom Connors, George DeChant, Leo Demong, Stacey Dodd, Alanna Fox, Paul Guerrette, Colette Lettero, Susan Lindteigen, Debbie McLean, Susan Steen, and Sheila Venezia were publicly lauded. FIVE-, TEN-, AND 15-YEAR SERVICE AWARDS Five years: Margie Gallagher. Ten years: David Aldrich, Brita Chagnon, Paul Guerrette, and Colette Lettero. Fifteen years: Margo Cooper. SPECIAL AWARDS Jon Kaplan received an Appreciation Award for developing friendships with the elders he has helped to shopping, make medical appointments, and recreational outings. Debbie McLean was named Novice Volunteer of the Year. Stacey Dodd was given a Caring Heart Award for listening and reaching out in times of need. Susan Lindteigen was presented with a World of Difference Award for her compassionate, dependable, and responsive care to elders.

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Volunteer recognition awards presented at Mercy Care's Annual Friendship Picnic

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