2026 WHCA Excellence in Service Award Winners

WHCA is proud and thrilled to announce the winners of the 2026 Excellence in Service winners. Special thanks to the WHCA members who nominated outstanding individuals for consideration this year. These annual awards celebrate those who exemplify compassionate, heart-filled care and services to residents.  We hope you plan to join us for an inspiring and affirming celebration of the contributions of these wonderful individuals at WHCA’s Annual Convention, May 18 – 20, at the SeaTac Marriott Hotel. Learn more here.

• AL Nurse of the Year:
  • Karen Chaffin, Sunrise of Edmonds, Edmonds
• SNF Nurse of the Year:
  • Traci Clarke, Mt. Baker Care Center, Bellingham
• Noble Caregiver in AL Award:
  • Sabrina Wise, Easthaven Villa, Yelm
• Noble Caregiver in SNF Award:
  • Noah McKenzie-Sullivan, Lacey Post Acute, Lacey
• AL Red Carpet Quality Award:
  • Gina Standerford, Colonial Vista Senior Living, Wenatchee
• SNF Red Carpet Quality Award:
  • Sean Aiken, Spokane Falls Care, Spokane
• AL Administrator of the Year:
  • Taylor Adams, Spokane Falls Memory Care at South Hill, Spokane
• SNF Administrator of the Year:
  • Jesse Shelton, Regency at Northpointe, Spokane