2026 TEJC Statewide Summit Nominations

Achievement Award: Nomination Instructions

The Texas Elder Justice Coalition (TEJC) is proud to offer an opportunity for Texas individuals, organizations, and community leaders to be recognized for their exceptional efforts in promoting justice for older adults at the Texas Elder Justice Coalition Summit, June 2026. This prestigious recognition highlights achievements in advocating for the rights and well-being of older adults affected by financial exploitation, preventing financial exploitation of older adults, and advancing policies and practices that protect older adults from financial exploitation.

Eligibility: The TEJC Recognition for Achievement is open to the following individuals or organizations in Texas:

Individuals
Nonprofit organizations
Public agencies
Community leaders
Law enforcement
Healthcare professionals, or
Other entities or groups working to advance justice for older adults at risk of financial exploitation.

Areas of Recognition:

PREVENTION - Efforts to prevent financial exploitation of older adult(s).

IMPACT - Efforts that have made a significant impact on the reduction of financial exploitation hardship on older adult(s) at the local or state level.

PROTECTION - Directly intervened to protect an older adult(s) from financial exploitation or further financial exploitation.

Nomination Instructions:

1. Complete Nomination Form: The questions must be filled out in full to be considered. The nominee must be aware that they have been nominated and be willing to publicly share story and photograph(s) and video(s). Please provide all relevant information, including:
   • Name of individual or organization being nominated
   • Email address of nominee
   • Telephone number of nominee
   • Nominee’s history and achievements in promoting justice for older adults who have experienced financial exploitation (100-200 words)
   • A description or story of the specific contribution or program that merits recognition (100-300 words)
2. Provide Supporting Documentation, if applicable:
   • Attach supporting materials, such as reports, photos, media coverage, or testimonials, that demonstrate the impact of the nominee's work.
   • If applicable, provide a letter of recommendation from a colleague, supervisor, or partner organization that attests to the nominee’s contributions to overcoming financial exploitation of older adults.
   • Testimonial or story
3. Submission Deadline: Nominations must be submitted by 5pm Thursday, May 14, 2026. Late submissions will not be considered.
4. Where to Submit:
   • Email Submission: Send completed nomination form and supporting materials to: LSTANLEY@GUARDIANSHIPSERVICES.ORG
5. Selection Process: A selection committee will review all nominations. Nominees will be evaluated based on their demonstrated impact, innovation, leadership, and commitment to advancing justice.
6. Notification: Recipients will be notified via email by May 20, 2026.
7. Recognition Ceremony: Top nominees will be invited to attend the Texas Elder Justice Coalition’s annual summit, where they will be formally honored for their exceptional contributions.
8. Complementary registration: Individuals selected to be recognized will receive a complementary full-day registration.

For More Information: If you have any questions regarding the nomination process or need further assistance, please contact the Texas Elder Justice Coalition at:

Phone: 817-921-0499
Email: LSTANLEY@GUARDIANSHIPSERVICES.ORG

We look forward to celebrating the outstanding achievements of those who are working to improve the lives of older adults across Texas!