St. Paul – February 6, 2020

ELLIE AALDERKS NAMED DISTRICT E VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

Ellie Aalderks, a volunteer with Renville Health Services, was recently honored by LeadingAge Minnesota with the District E Volunteer of the Year Award.

The District Volunteer of the Year Award honors individuals in older adult services whose commitment and dedication enhance the quality of live for seniors and their communities. Ellie was one of six volunteers in the state selected for the regional award.

“For those of us who know Ellie, we understand how deserving she is of this recognition. We are so lucky to have her as a member of our community.” – Casie Knoshal, Administrator at RHS.

Ellie received the award at the LeadingAge Minnesota Institute, the state’s largest and most comprehensive aging services conference. Nearly 4,000 professionals in all aspects of older adult services attend the annual three-day event to learn about new and innovative programs, share best practices and network with their peers.

About LeadingAge Minnesota:
Driven to transform and enhance the experience of aging, LeadingAge Minnesota works alongside its members, caregivers, advocates and consumers to collectively shape the future of aging services and ensure older adults in every community live with dignity, meaning and purpose. Together with more than 60,000 caregivers, LeadingAge Minnesota members provide quality services and supports to nearly 70,000 older adults every day in independent senior housing, assisted living, adult day, home care and skilled nursing settings.