What is the Moonbeam Caregiver Award?

The Moonbeam Caregiver Award was originally created in honor of Ethan’s first caregiver, Lori Peickert. It was awarded to Lori on September 6th, 2014, at the first annual Ethan’s Reason 5K event. From there, it turned into an annual award presented to an exceptional caregiver of individuals with Batten Disease or other Rare Diseases who exemplifies “a shining example of caring and compassion” by providing care with the utmost compassion, respect and focus on quality of life.

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What is the criteria for winning the award?

The selection for the official recipient of this award is made by the Caregiver Award Selection Committee based on a nomination letter(s) submitted by an individual(s) in the public who wish to honor a special caregiver in their life. Our selection committee has been comprised of a father, grandmother, a nurse, daycare provider, and special education teacher, all of whom have cared for and/or worked with an individual(s) with Batten Disease and Rare Disease.

Ethan’s Reason will send to all nominees:

Certificate of recognition
Letter from Ethan’s Reason explaining the award and nomination
Your Nomination letter attached to the certificate
A token of our appreciation

Winners of the Moonbeam Caregiver Award will receive:

A certificate of recognition
A letter from Ethan's Reason explaining the award
Your nomination letter attached to the certificate
Glass Mooncatcher Award
Visa Gift Card
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