Scholarships and Awards
The application process for 2010 will begin soon with a deadline of April 2010. Check back for updated versions of the applications in the first quarter of 2010.
The ReHabilitation Center presents scholarships and awards each year during a reception at The Old Library Restaurant in Olean, NY. Among the scholarships available are the Jacob J. Karl Memorial Staff Scholarship, The ReHabilitation Center's $1,500 Scholarship, the Charlotte Frost Memorial Nursing Award, the Mary Tremaine Memorial Staff Award, the Rebecca Ann Hellier Scholarship, the Carroll Memorial Award, and the Eaton Family Memorial Award.
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Jacob J. Karl Memorial Staff Scholarship
The Jacob J. Karl Memorial Staff Scholarship is awarded annually to a staff member in memory of the county legislator who served on The ReHab Center's Board of Governors and was instrumental in promoting the agency's growth during the 1970s. In order to qualify, staff members must have a minimum of two years of full-time employment status and have a specific purpose for the scholarship, which will enrich the employee personally and help in the performance of his or her job. Therefore, eligible staff may apply if they are planning to educate or advance themselves by taking a course, participating in a seminar, attending a conference, etc. If taking a college course, the staff member need not be pursuing a degree; just a course to enrich one's self would suffice. The scholarship committee chooses this recipient, and the award amount - which could range up to $500 - is based on the information submitted.
Print Jacob J. Karl Memorial Staff Scholarship application
$1,500 ReHabilitation Center Scholarship
The ReHabilitation Center's $1,500 Scholarship is awarded annually to a college student from Cattaraugus County. In addition to the cash award, the recipient is given the opportunity for paid summer employment at the agency, allowing him or her to work with people with disabilities and gain valuable work experience in his or her chosen career.
To qualify for this scholarship, the student must be a college junior, senior or graduate student majoring in special education, social sciences or a health-related field. Any resident of Cattaraugus County meeting these criteria may apply. A scholarship committee comprised of board members and community members will choose the winner according to need and use of the scholarship. Also, this committee may make a special exception for children of staff who do not live in Cattaraugus County so that they may be eligible for this scholarship.
Print ReHabilitation Center Scholarship application
Charlotte Frost Memorial Nursing Award
This $750 cash award will be given to professionals already in the nursing field as a way to acknowledge excellence, or as a scholarship to enhance educational opportunities for nursing professionals, particularly those who work with people who have developmental disabilities.
Charlotte, or "Char" as her family and friends knew her, was the parent of a child with a disability and one of The ReHab Center's founding members. She worked tirelessly for people with disabilities right up until her death in August 1993. Her strength, caring, talent, energy, commitment, generosity and advocacy live on. She continues to be an inspiration to The ReHabilitation Center and the community.
Print Charlotte Frost Memorial Nursing Award Scholarship application
Mary Tremaine Memorial Staff Award
The Mary Tremaine Memorial Staff Award allows employees to recognize professional excellence and enthusiasm by nominating one of their colleagues for the award. This $500 cash award is given in memory of Mary, who was Residential Services' quality assurance manager and a ReHab Center employee for more than 10 years. Mary's co-workers were so touched by her dynamic personality, strong work ethic and upbeat attitude that they established the Mary Tremaine Memorial Fund after her death from breast cancer in 1994.
Nominations for the award will be accepted from all programs. The award will be given to the staff member who best embodies the qualities that made Mary special.
Print Mary Tremaine Memorial Staff Scholarship application
The Rebecca Ann Hellier Scholarship
The Rebecca Ann Hellier Scholarship was established by the Hellier family in remembrance of Rebecca, who passed away on June 30, 2000. This $500 scholarship is earmarked for a current direct care professional to further his/her education. To be eligible, staff must be employed by The ReHabilitation Center for at least one full year. First preference will be given to a current staff member that is working in a direct care home or facility. Second preference will be given to a current house manager to provide enhanced management and leadership skills to inspire direct care staff. Third preference will be given to any current staff that wants to further their professional education and understanding of serving people with disabilities.
Print Rebecca Ann Hellier Scolarship application
The Carroll Memorial Award
The Patrick J. Jr. & Rita L. Carroll Memorial Award was established by the Carroll children, in remembrance of their parents. The purpose of this award is to recognize an agency department or program that puts forth a creative initiative that will support the mission of The ReHabilitation Center, incorporate its values, and at the same time, enhance the department receiving the award. This is a unique award, in that it recognizes a group effort by staff. The submission must receive support from 1-3 co-workers, depending on the size of the department and receive support from the department supervisor and/or vice president. The award criteria will be based on supporting the mission of The ReHab Center, enhancing a function of the immediate department or program and increasing the effectiveness of the immediate department or program. Up to $500 will be awarded to the winning department.
Print Carrol Memorial Award application
The Eaton Family Memorial Award
The Eaton Family Memorial Award allows you to recognize a staff member that consistently gives 110% and never wants to be acknowledged for his/her accomplishments by nominating one of your colleagues for the award. This $500 cash award was established by the Eaton Family, in remembrance of their beloved family members. Two awards of $250 each will be awarded to two staff people each year. Nominations for the award will be accepted from all programs. The award will be given to the two staff members who best embody the qualities of someone who goes unnoticed, and who is always hardworking but never wanting credit. To be eligible, staff must be employed at The ReHabilitation Center for a minimum of three years.
Print Eaton Memorial Award application
For more specific information about the awards or to obtain applications, contact Communications & Development at 375-4739. See individual applications for deadline information.