I know you know and work with many fabulous people who should be recognized for their
extra efforts. Well this is your opportunity to say thank you in a big way.
DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL AWARD:
To acknowledge an individual for their outstanding, dedicated direct care service and
support to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD:
To acknowledge an organization that offers an exemplary, unique and innovative program
resulting in people with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieving full participation in
the life of the community. This award is presented to the provider whose services are a model
of excellence to others promoting inclusive environments.
LEADERSHIP AWARD:
To recognize a paid staff or a volunteer whose contributions have significantly impacted the
lives of children and/or adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Recipient will be
selected based upon their leadership efforts that have inspired others and influenced positive
change.
LIFE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD:
To honor an outstanding self–advocate who is an achieving, included member of society and
has attained full community participation.
MABLEY VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD:
To honor an exceptional individual who actively devotes time and energy to enhance life
experiences for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
MEDIA EXCELLENCE AWARD:
To honor outstanding media efforts that enhance the public’s awareness of issues faced by
people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The media project receiving this award
must represent people with intellectual and developmental disabilities with dignity and respect,
highlight the issues with clarity and promote a positive image.
OUTSTANDING FAMILY MEMBER ADVOCATE AWARD:
To recognize a family member who actively devotes time and energy to enhance the life
experience for their family member with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
QIDP (formerly QMRP)/CASE MANAGER AWARD:
To acknowledge an individual for their outstanding dedicated service as a QIDP/Case Manager
for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
