Application
The ICAA NuStep Beacon and Pinnacle Awards honor senior living communities, wellness directors, and executives who make wellness an integral part of their organizational fabric. These leaders’ partner with residents, participants, and staff to foster environments where wellness supports aging well, transforming these aspirations into realities.
Categories
When you're ready to apply, think like an investigative journalist. Delve into the who, what, when, where, how, and why of your wellness initiatives. Your goal is to illuminate the most unique and outstanding facets of your wellness culture.
Here are some critical points to consider
- Comprehensive reporting: Answer each question with depth and clarity, as if you're uncovering a story that needs to be told.
- Showcase excellence: Highlight the extraordinary aspects of your approach to wellness. What makes your community stand out?
- Multiple locations: If your organization spans multiple locations, remember that each site is judged independently. While one or all locations may meet the criteria, each must submit a separate application for either the Beacon or Pinnacle Award.
Steps for submission
- Choose your category: Identify the category that best fits your community.
- Follow directions: Carefully read and respond to each question.
- Upload materials: Provide images and materials as requested, as they will only be accepted through this application.
Important dates
- Application opens: April 2, 2024
- Application closes: September 1, 2024
- ICAA and NuStep Beacon and Pinnacle Award winners are announced November 19, 2024, at the ICAA Conference and Expo.
Ensure your completed application is submitted electronically by September 1, 2024. This is your opportunity to showcase how your community not only embraces wellness but also sets a benchmark for others to follow.