Six Atlantic County residents will be recognized for their outstanding achievements and contributions to our community at the 37th annual Donald J. Sykes Awards ceremony on Tuesday, October 27 at Harbor Pines Golf Club in Egg Harbor Township.
Each October the county celebrates Disability Awareness Month with the presentation of awards to individuals with disabilities who were nominated by area organizations, family or friends for their positive attitudes, personal accomplishments, and their success in enriching the lives of others. The ceremony is presented as a cooperative effort of the Atlantic County Division of Intergenerational Services and the Atlantic County Disability Advisory Board.
Established by the county in 1989, the ceremony was later named in memory of Donald J. Sykes, a longtime community advocate and former chairman of the county’s Disabled Citizens Advisory Board.
“Congratulations to these outstanding individuals who enhance our communities through their abilities and achievements. Atlantic County is blessed with individuals of many strengths and talents,” stated County Executive Dennis Levinson. “Some face more challenges than others and we can all learn from their experiences.”
This year’s honorees include:
Christian Afanador, Galloway; Andrew Connor, Egg Harbor Township; Diane Eby, Hammonton; Nelson Gonzalez, Absecon; Bert Hill, Mays Landing; and Scott Hricsina, Atlantic City. For more information about the Donald J. Sykes Awards ceremony, contact 609-645-7700 ext. 4700 (TTY, please use 711).
For information on disability services, contact the Atlantic County Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) at 1-888-426-9243.
