In the senior living industry, the ICAA NuStep Beacon and Pinnacle Awards stand as beacons of recognition, celebrating communities, wellness directors, and executives who embody wellness as a fundamental ethos. By embracing the dimensions of wellness, these visionary leaders collaborate closely with residents and staff, crafting purposeful initiatives that inspire and empower individuals to lead longer, healthier lives. Each organization's commitment to fostering a culture of wellness not only transforms lives but also sets a new standard in the industry.
Prior to beginning the application process, familiarizing yourself with the ICAA's wellness model is strongly recommended. Discover more about this transformative approach here: ICAA Wellness Model."
Self-evaluation pre-application questionnaire
This self-assessment helps identify key areas crucial for a successful application. Completing this questionnaire will gauge your readiness to participate in the award program. Meeting the basic eligibility criteria requires a "yes" response to at least 10 out of 12 items.
1. Is wellness a focus in your mission, vision or core value statement?
2. Do you have a dedicated wellness program as part of your culture?
3. Is your wellness programming centered on the dimensions of wellness?
4. Do you provide relevant training for staff and/or support their professional development?
5. Do your marketing materials acknowledge the value of wellness?
6. Are residents or members encouraged to offer ideas, help create and/or drive wellness programming?
7. Do you have interdisciplinary teams and/or supportive services to help residents or members reach their pinnacle of wellness?
8. Do you measure outcomes of your wellness programs?
9. Do you survey residents, members and staff regarding their satisfaction of the wellness programs or the overall culture of wellness at your location?
10. Do you address survey feedback as needed to enhance your wellness programming or the organization’s culture of wellness?
11. Do you have space specifically dedicated to wellness activities at your location?
12. Does your budget include funds specifically earmarked for supporting a wellness culture at your location?
