Farmington Area Commission on Aging

2016 Volunteer Awards Presented

The Farmington Area Commission on Aging and the City of Farmington Hills Special Services Department Adults 50 & Better program hosted their annual Volunteer Breakfast on April 7. This year's theme was "We're Rolling Out the Red Carpet for Our Volunteers." The Honorable United States District Judge Terrence Berg delivered the keynote address to over 200 guests at the Costick Center. The event was sponsored by Heartland of West Bloomfield and Marvin & Betty Danto.

The Gold Award, given to individuals 50 years or better, was presented to John and Janice Ricco. They both work with Gilda's club and are leaders of a cancer support group at St. Fabian Church. John is active in the Knights of Columbus. The Margaret Loridas Diamond Award, given to an individual 75 years or better, was presented to Raymond Okonski. Ray is a member of the Xemplar Club, supports art, culture, education, human services, and is known for his wonderful magic tricks. Honorees are current active volunteers providing service in Farmington and/or Farmington Hills. These two awards provide the Farmington Area Commission on Aging the opportunity to recognize and honor the outstanding volunteerism exhibited in the community.

The Adults 50 &Better Awards are presented to individuals for outstanding volunteer work within the Adults 50 & Better Division. The Robert A. Eastman S.A.G.E. Award was presented to Geraldine Kruger for working with elementary school students; the Loretta C. Conway Senior Division Award was presented to John Lepine for volunteering in the Adult Day Program and helping out around the Costick Center; and the Aldo Vagnozzi Spirit Award winner was presented to Ken Pool, a dedicated Meals-on-Wheels driver.

Show More...The Annual Volunteer Breakfast serves as an opportunity to honor all the dedicated volunteers who are vital to the programs and services offered to Adults 50 & Better of Farmington and Farmington Hills. Programs and services such as Meals on Wheels, AARP Tax Services, S.A.G.E., Gift Shop, Sojourn Bears, Home Chore, and many other tasks depend on ...Show Less