Tobey Award Recipients

Celebrating Our 2024 Making a Difference Honorees and Tobey Award Of Excellence Winner

Nominees left to right, Adelia Nunn, Colin Deck, Patricia Moore

Nominees left to right, Adelia Nunn, Colin Deck, Patricia Moore

At Franke Tobey Jones, Making Every Day Meaningful isn’t just a motto…it’s a promise. A promise to our residents, our team and ourselves to show up each day with purpose, compassion and excellence.

That’s why we created the Making a Difference Recognition Program. To celebrate those team members who bring that promise to life every day. Whether they’re nurturing the sense of home our residents treasure, supporting their fellow team members or growing in their own personal and professional journey, these individuals make a lasting and meaningful impact on our community.

Throughout the year, residents, families, volunteers and staff nominated team members who’s Making A Difference actions stood out. Each quarter these team members are recognized throughout the community.

From that growing list of extraordinary team members, three employees received the highest number of nominations in 2024: (in alpha order)

  • Colin Deck, Wellness Program Supervisor
  • Patricia Moore, Skilled Nursing Activities Coordinator
  • Adelia Nunn, Garden Apartment Concierge and FTJ Spiritual Support

Each of these exceptional individuals exemplifies what it means to serve with purpose and lead with kindness. They uplift those around them and remind us all why our work matters.

Patricia Moore And now, we are thrilled to announce that Patricia Moore has been named the recipient of the 2024 Tobey Award of Excellence, our most prestigious honor!

Patricia is the heart and soul of our Skilled Nursing activities team. With boundless creativity, deep empathy, and a gift for turning ordinary days into extraordinary experiences, she brings light and laughter to the lives of our residents. Her unwavering dedication, warmth, and ability to make everyone feel seen and valued have not only earned her this well-deserved recognition, they’ve made her beloved by all who know her.

Please join us in celebrating Patricia Moore, and in thanking every FTJ team member who goes above and beyond to Make Every Day Meaningful. Your contributions truly make Franke Tobey Jones a place where people thrive.