2022 M. E. “Ed” Clark Long-Term Care Activities Programming Fund

Made possible by the Ed Clark family and Iowa Council of Activity Professionals (ICAP)

ABOUT THIS FUND

This new fund, designed to foster new and innovative activity programs in long-term care, is made possible by a memorial donation in honor of M. E. “Ed” Clark and the Iowa Council of Activity Professionals (ICAP).

Mr. Clark is the grandfather of Iowa Center for Assisted Living (ICAL) Board Member Stacy Hejda, who works with Healthcare of Iowa in Cedar Rapids. Mr. Clark was family oriented and believed in living life to the fullest. He enjoyed participating in many types of activities with his family and friends, including cooking, reading, fishing, walking, camping, playing cards and games and listening to music. He especially loved being outdoors and was a member of the Iowa chapter of the National Wildlife Federation.

In his later years, he enjoyed joining his granddaughter Stacy on visits to nursing facilities and assisted living programs and provided ideas and advice.

Two $1,000 awards will be granted in Mr. Clark’s honor in 2022 to implement a new and innovative activity program at an IHCA member nursing facility or assisted living facility. Funds can be used to purchase equipment and/or supplies needed to implement the proposed activity program.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet all the eligibility criteria below to apply for consideration:

  • Work for an IHCA or ICAL member nursing facility or assisted living program in good standing at the time of application and at the time the funds are awarded.
  • Submit a complete application form by July 30, 2022. Application form below.

AWARD AND REVIEW PROCESS

  • The IHCA Foundation Board members and family members of M. E. “Ed” Clark will judge qualified applications. Two $1,000 awards will be issued in 2022.
  • Recipients will be notified in early September 2022.
  • Upon notification, recipients will be required to purchase approved items and provide receipts as proof of approved items purchased before funds will be distributed.

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The application window for this fund is currently closed. Congratulations to our 2022 Activity Fund recipients:

  • Sheryl Kahl, Longhouse-Northshire
  • Amanda Klein, St. Luke’s Home and Health Services