Guidelines:

 

• Eligible nominees must be a healthcare provider or individual working directly with patients in the state of Georgia.

 

 • Nominees will be asked to submit a personal statement along with an optional resume, and have the option to submit supporting materials such as articles or letters written by patients, colleagues or family members.

 

 • Materials submitted will not be returned.

 

 • Nominations should not include video or audio recordings of any kind.

 

 • Nominations should not be bound in any permanent manner. If they are received in this way, you will be asked to resubmit the nomination.

 

 • All 2022  nominations (with the exception of the winner and one finalist) will be considered for two consecutive years. Nominees will be contacted by Hat-titude host committee member in early 2018 with information on how to be considered for a second nomination cycle.

 

 • You must be present to receive award.

 

Who can be nominated?

 

Eligible nominees must be a healthcare provider or individual working directly with cancer patients daily.

 

What qualities does the Center look for?

 

The award recognizes those who embody characteristics of compassionate care, including:

 

 • Communicating sensitively with patients and loved ones

 

 • Listening carefully, showing empathy and instilling hope

 

 • Respecting patients’ values, culture, choices and decisions

 

 • Understanding the significance of patients’ families and communities.

 

How do I nominate someone?

 

Nominations will be accepted through email at info@hat-titude.com

 

What happens next?

 

The Hat-titude Host review committee will choose one winner and one finalist to be recognized at The Hat-titude Big Hat Brunch, to be held in Atlanta, GA on June 11, 2022 The winner will receive a $500.00 suggested retail valued prize, and have the opportunity to share thoughts about compassion for a cancer patient with nearly 300 brunch guests.  The finalists will receive $250.00 suggested retail valued prize as well.