Jackson Magazine presented its ninth annual Health Care Angels awards at a reception held at Ella Sharp Museum on Sept. 7. Former Health Care Angel winner Dr. Fred Slete of Dentistry by Design served as emcee for the event.
These Angels represent the most dedicated members of the Jackson health care community. The award recipients were nominated by the community, patients and co-workers and reviewed by a panel of experts from the local health-care community.
2016 Health Care Angels
- Jeffrey Anderson, Great Lakes Caring Foundation/Volunteer
- Morgan Martin, Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists/Physical Therapist Assistant
- Cindy Powell, Great Lakes Caring/Hospice Home Health Aide
- Stephanie Palmer, Henry Ford Allegiance Health/Oncology Coordinator
- Dr. Matt Rosenberg, Mid-Michigan Health Centers/Physician
- Dr. Kristin Spencer, Jackson College/Director, Medical Assistant Program
- Joy Sterrett, Henry Ford Allegiance Health/RN, Bereavement Coordinator
- Norma Walker, Brooklyn Living Center /Dietary Aide, Resident Aide
Legacy Award Presented to Lloyd Ganton
Lloyd Ganton, the founder and CEO of Lloyd Ganton Retirement Centers, was honored with a special Legacy Award during the ninth annual Jackson Magazine Health Care Angels awards.
The Legacy Award was presented to Lloyd Ganton to honor the decades of quality senior care he has provided. The Legacy Award was not revealed until the night of the event, making it a surprise for both Ganton and the attendees.
Ganton first built Arbor Manor Care Center in 1968. Today, Lloyd Ganton Retirement Centers encompass nine facilities, employ more than 500 and offer about 600 seniors independent, assisted and skilled housing centers in various locations throughout Jackson, Brooklyn and Spring Arbor.
Ganton’s willingness to give back is another vital aspect of his legacy. Lloyd Ganton has served on various boards and donates to several charities, including the Salvation Army, Jackson Symphony Orchestra, American Cancer Society, United Way, Ella Sharp Museum, Cascades Humane Society and the Jackson Community Foundation.
In addition, he founded and runs the Ye Ole Carriage Shop automotive museum in Spring Arbor. His legacy also extends to his alma mater, Spring Arbor University, where he and wife Judith co-founded the Ganton Art Gallery.
Said Paul Buchholz, president of Lloyd Ganton Retirement Centers, “Lloyd’s legacy is to provide quality, affordable health care for seniors.”
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2017 Health Care Angel awards at JacksonMagazine.com.