AWARDS & ACCOLADES
Grace Ridge is honored for the recognition we’ve received recently for our caring staff, top-notch facilities, unique programming and vibrant and active residents.
Team & Staff
- Grace Ridge Gem Award for excellence for teamwork and extraordinary compassion, 2017 – Kelli Huggins, Grace Ridge Wellness Coordinator
- Carolinas HealthCare System Blue Ridge Values in Action Excellence Award, 2017 – JJ Lanier, executive director of environmental services
- Burke County United Way “Spirit Award” for the significant positive impact Grace Ridge volunteers have on the community, 2017
- Carolinas HealthCare System Blue Ridge Teammate of the Year, 2016 – Teresa Powell, LPN, Grace Ridge Memory Care Coordinator
- Carolinas HealthCare System Blue Ridge’s Value in Action Excellence Award, 2016 – Teresa Powell, LPN, Grace Ridge Memory Care Coordinator
- Carolinas HealthCare System Pinnacle Award, 2015 – Charity Elliott, social worker
- Leading Age North Carolina Service Excellence Award, 2015 – Charity Elliott, social worker
- Carolinas HealthCare System Pinnacle Award, 2014 – Evelyn Beaver, director of life enrichment
Facilities
- SAGECare accredited from the New York-based Advocacy & Services for LGBTQ+ Elders (SAGE) organization, 2019
- Choice Community for High Levels of Resident Engagement by Holleran, 2019
- Excellence in Action Award for Outstanding Resident Satisfaction by National Research Corporation, 2017
- Gold and Silver Awards, Grace Ridge direct mail program and community brochure, Service Industry Advertising Awards, 2017
- Excellence in Action Award for Outstanding Resident Satisfaction by My InnerView/National Research Corporation, 2016
- Consecutive five-year accreditation (2016, 2011 and 2006) from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities/Continuing Care Accreditation Commission (CARF-CCAC)
- Platinum Award, Good Moods at Grace Ridge program and community brochure, Generations Awards, 2016
- Gold Award, Creative Age Senior Art Exhibit and Good Thoughts blog, Generations Awards, 2016
- Beautification Award by Morganton Community Appearance Advisory Commission, 2015
- AVA Digital Award Gold Winner, 2015
- Merit Award, Good Moods Marketing Campaign, National Mature Media Awards Program, 2015
- Excellence in Action Award by National Research Corporation for Superior Commitment to Assisted Living Customer Satisfaction, 2014-15
- Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Culture of Safety Ranking, 2015
Residents
- John D. Greene received the The Order of the Long Leaf Pine Society award and was also honored by the Boy Scouts of America – Piedmont Council (Gastonia, NC) for his volunteer work, 2017
- The City of Morganton recognized Bill Allman for his “unrelenting dedication, selfless efforts and countless hours of service” as a member and Chairman of the Community Appearance Advisory Commission.
- Burke County Democratic Party dedicated its headquarters in Morganton to Marcus E. Key, former BCDP two-term party chair and chairman emeritus, 2017
- Mars Hill University Baptist Heritage Award, 2016 – Ron Martin
- Order of the Long Leaf Pine award, 2015 – Ron Martin
- Morganton Rotary Man of the Year, 2014 – John Greene
