The Spirit of Sherbrooke Award is presented annually, in memory of Carolyn Moyer, a long time staff member who died tragically in 1991. This important honour recognizes the recipient's spirit and love of people, ability to work with others, to be supportive of co-workers, and to apply the Eden Alternative™ principles in approaching decisions that affect the quality of life of residents. This award has great significance for staff because a panel of their peers selects the award recipient.

ELIGIBILITY: The recipient must be currently employed by Sherbrooke and have been an employee for one year or longer. Members of Leadership, the Managers group and committee members are not eligible.

AWARD CRITERIA: The award shall be given to a person, who in the opinion of the committee exemplifies the highest standards in the delivery of care to residents. The award commemorates the spirit and caring concern for both residents and co-workers demonstrated by the late Carolyn Moyer. In appraising the qualifications of those under consideration, priority shall be given to consistent caring service and leadership over the years rather than for a single contribution or achievement. The award shall be in recognition of an individual who:

1. Consistently applies the Eden Principles and Principles of Care in making decisions about quality resident care and services.

2. Applies the highest standards when providing service and direct resident care.

3. Works co-operatively with co-workers and provides support and leadership in delivering quality care.

4. Makes positive suggestions which may result in improved service and resident care.

5. Supports the Eden Principles in eliminating the 3 plagues: Loneliness, Helplessness and Boredom