Established in 2016 in memory of HCAM’s long-time legal counsel, the David Lebenbom Memorial Scholarship provides cash awards to assist employees in meeting education expenses and advancing the long-term care profession. Contracted as special legal counsel for the association in the 1960s, David Lebenbom helped pioneer the laws governing long-term care in Michigan over the next 40 years. His firm, Lebenbom and Rothman P.C., continues to serve as HCAM general counsel today. Scholarship applicants must:
- Be employed by an HCAM skilled nursing facility member in good standing for a minimum of one year.
- Be enrolled in an education program related to long-term care at an accredited college or university.
- Appliable programs include, but are not limited to, administration, nursing, art, occupational therapy and other related fields.
In 2024, HCAM awarded 11 $2,500 scholarships. Winners were celebrated at the Annual Convention in September.
Make a Donation to the Scholarship Fund
The HCAM Scholarship Fund is registered as a 501(c)3 and any donation received is considered a charitable contribution. Donations to the David Lebenbom Memorial Scholarship can be made via two methods:
- Pay online via PayPal
Donate Now! - Mail a check payable to HCAM Scholarship Fund to:
HCAM Scholarship Fund – David Lebenbom Scholarship
7413 Westshire Dr.
Lansing, MI 48917
2024 David Lebenbom Memorial Scholarship for Skilled Nursing Facilities
WINNERS
LaKara Arnold, Optalis Health of Grosse Pointe Woods
Alexis Cadena, Valley View Care Center
Leann Gabriel, Corewell Health – Dearborn
Erin Hamilton, St. Anthony Healthcare Center
Ashley Jarvenpaa, Gogebic Medical Care Facility
Andrea Johnson, Hoyt Nursing & Rehab Centre
Vanessa Rodrigues, MediLodge of Portage
Sara Smith, Bay Shores Senior Care & Rehab Center
Tammie Spitzer, Corewell Health – Pine Ridge
Arion Sunstrum, Corewell Health – Grand Rapids
Britney Watson, MediLodge of Marshall
Photos from 2024 Awards Luncheon