Jean Nowaskie of Vincennes was among a group of 20 Indiana residents to receive the Golden Hoosier Award in Indianapolis Friday.
The award, which began in 2008, annually honors a group of outstanding Hoosier senior citizens for their lifetime of service and commitment to their communities. The award is considered one of the highest honors given by the State of Indiana to senior citizens.
Lt. Governor Eric Holcomb joined officials with the Indiana Family & Social Services Administration at the Statehouse in making the presentations to Nowaskie and the 19 other recipients. Holcomb noted the Hoosier values of service to our communities and helping our neighbors is well-represented by this year’s group of honorees.
Given annually, eligibility criteria for the Golden Hoosier Award includes being a current Indiana resident age 65 or older and a volunteer in the community for at least the past three years.