Highest Honor Bestowed upon Senior Citizens by the State of Indiana
WHEN:Â Â Monday, May 18, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. ET
WHAT:Â Â Ceremony to recognize recipients of the 2015 Golden Hoosier Awards
WHO:
- Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann
- Dr. John Wernert, Secretary, Indiana Family & Social Services Administration (FSSA)
- Yonda Snyder, Director, Indiana FSSA Division of Aging
WHERE:Â Â Indiana Statehouse, South Atrium, 200 W. Washington, St. Indianapolis 46204
Background: The Golden Hoosier Award recognizes senior citizens throughout Indiana for their ongoing commitment to community service. The award has been given annually since 2008 to citizens who have devoted their lives to the betterment of their communities by serving others. The Lt. Governor and FSSA Secretary will honor these individuals at the event on behalf of FSSA’s Division of Aging and the administration. The Golden Hoosier Award is the highest honor bestowed upon senior citizens by the State of Indiana.