A staff of professionals including registered nurses, physical therapists, dieticians, and certified nurses aides provide medical monitoring. In its first year, ElderServe at Night provided service to 33 clients with varying stages of dementia. Caregivers express that the program has given them a much needed break and peace of mind that the family member is cared for while they rest. ElderServe at Night received the New York Association of Homes and Services for the Aging Innovations of the Year award in May 1999. This program is from the Drucker Nonprofit Innovation Discovery Site.
People tend to be tenacious about an idea for one of two reasons.
I don't find the latter motivation to be very constructive in terms of the ultimate outcome. So you might as well be motivated by the positive rewards of fulfilling your passions. A year-long program that supports the professional development of social sector leaders who have a demonstrated record of leadership and entrepreneurial performance, and who are engaged in projects or programs that demonstrate community innovation. The winning organization receives a cash prize and a video of the winning program. Submitted programs are eligible for inclusion in the Drucker Nonprofit Innovation Discovery Site and the Innovation of the Week email notice.