Maternal and Family Health Services is seeking nominations for the Rose Allan Tucker Award, which will be presented at the agency’s Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors and Community Awards Luncheon on Tuesday, October 3^rd at 12 noon at The Venue in Dupont.

The late Rose Tucker was a former Luzerne County Commissioner and long-time employee of MFHS.  She dedicated her life to public service as a community leader, political activist, health advocate, and champion for women, children and families in Northeastern Pennsylvania.  She opened doors for women to take leadership roles in the community and extended herself to help those in need.

Since 1996, MFHS has celebrated her legacy by presenting the Rose Tucker Award to a person who demonstrates a deep commitment to improving the quality of life for women, children and families in Northeastern Pennsylvania.  With her passing in 2009, the Rose Tucker Award has taken on even greater significance as it helps keep her legacy alive and serves as a reminder of Rose Tucker’s great contributions to the community.

Nominees for the award should demonstrate a long-term commitment to improving the quality of life in Northeastern Pennsylvania, and a significant positive impact on the health and welfare of women, children and families.

Nominations are being accepted online on the agency’s website: mfhs.org/event/2023-annual-meeting or by calling 1-800-367-6347.  Deadline for submissions is August 28^th, 2023.