GSLA is accepting nominees for the 2025 GSLA HERO Awards! The 2025 GSLA HERO Awards are an opportunity to highlight, recognize, and nominate a Hero in your community, organization, or company.

Nominees will be honored in each of the following categories:
  • Volunteer
  • Direct Care Staff (ex. Front-line staff, CMA, CNA)
  • Community Staff Member (Non-Direct Care | ex. housekeeping, facilities, concierge)
  • Community Staff Leader (ex. Director of Wellness, Business Office Manager, or Director of Hospitality & Dining)
  • Executive Director (Must be nominated by Corporate/Regional Office or Owner)
  • Corporate Office Staff Member (Corporate/Regional Office)
  • Industry Partner (Company Based | Must be a GSLA member)
Heroes will be honored at GSLA's Annual Awards Gala on Thursday, June 12th, in Atlanta, GA.

Please keep the following in mind as you submit your nomination(s):
  • Each nomination requires a $40 nomination fee.
  • A separate survey is required for each nominee.
  • Nominees must be members of GSLA to be considered for the HERO of Excellence Award in each category above.
  • Ensure all spelling is correct and refrain from using AI writing tools.
  • A high-resolution photo for each nominee is required.
  • Communities are limited to one nominee per category.
  • Refunds will not be provided for duplicate nominations per community/category. Please consult with your administration prior to submitting nominations.
Nominations will be received until 11:59 PM on April 30, 2025.

Please contact nancy@gasla.org with any questions.

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* 1. Your First and Last Name

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* 2. Your title

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* 3. Your contact information

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* 4. Is your organization a member of GSLA?

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* 5. Name of Nominee

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* 6. Nominee's title

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* 7. Nominee's Contact Information

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* 8. Award Category
Executive Director nominations must come from Corporate Office, Regional Office, or Ownership. Please reach out to an appropriate representative to submit this nomination on your behalf.

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