Sage Awards

The Council on Aging believes that aging should be celebrated and embraced, and that older adults have a lifetime of wisdom and experience to offer communities. The Sage Awards is one way that we are changing the conversation about what it means to be part of the emerging – and vital – senior generation.  The Sage Awards presented each year since 1991, are given to mature adults who have made outstanding contributions to Middle Tennessee through a lifelong commitment of working to improve the quality of life in their communities.  

In addition, we recognize one organization that has made a significant and positive impact on the lives of older adults in Middle Tennessee.

You may submit a nomination form below or contact the COA office at 615-353-4235 or email sage@coamidtn.org for more information.  Nominations for the 2018 Sage Awards must be submitted in person, mailed, or emailed by Thursday, February 28, 2019. 

Award recipients will be honored at the 2019 Sage Awards Luncheon.  The recipient is required to be present for an orientation luncheon in mid-April and the Sage Award luncheon on October 28.

or download and print PDF Sage Nom form 2019

Criteria for Organization Nominations(for-profit, non-profit, or government agency): This award is open to any organization that makes a significant and positive impact on the lives of older adults in Middle Tennessee.  Organizations should demonstrate a reputation for valuing and advocating for older adults, and for making outstanding contributions on behalf of older adults. Special consideration will be given to applicants that demonstrate collaboration, with other businesses, non-profits, or government, in their corporate social responsibility efforts.  We welcome nominations of organizations nominated in previous years but not selected.

or download and print PDF Orgazination Nom Form

Please watch the videos below to learn more about our 2018 honorees: Carrie Hudson, Mary Mills, Dorothy & Joe Scarlett, Drs. Pramod & Geeta Wasdev, and Alive Hospice.

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