Nominations Open for 2026 Compassion in Action Awards
Every day, healthcare professionals make a lasting difference through acts of compassion, service and dedication.
WellLink is once again inviting the community to help recognize those extraordinary individuals by submitting nominations for the 2026 Compassion in Action Awards.
The annual program celebrates healthcare professionals across Northeast Ohio whose commitment to patients, colleagues and communities exemplifies compassion in action.
Nominees may work in any healthcare role, from direct patient care to behind-the-scenes support, recognizing that meaningful contributions come from every corner of the healthcare community.
Awards will be presented in five categories:
- Guardian of Service Award
- Heart of Healthcare Award
- Inclusive Impact Award
- Rising Star Award
- Legacy of Compassion Award
Learn more and submit a nomination.
Nominations will be accepted through July 24. Finalists will be notified by the end of September and honored at the Compassion in Action Awards Dinner on October 29, where recipients in each category will be announced.
Know someone whose compassion deserves to be celebrated? We encourage you to nominate a colleague, mentor, team member or healthcare professional whose work has made a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
If you missed last year's inaugural celebration, take a moment to watch our 2025 Compassion in Action Awards highlight video. The stories and reactions from honorees offer a powerful reminder of why recognizing compassion in healthcare matters and the meaningful impact these awards have on those who receive them.
