Glenmeadow Announces Honorary Age of Excellence Award Recipient

SPRINGFIELD — Glenmeadow recently announced the selection of seven distinguished individuals to receive an inaugural Age of Excellence Award. This recognition shines a spotlight on individuals who are not only redefining aging, but also reshaping perceptions of what it means to grow older.

In addition to these individuals, the Glenmeadow team and event-planning committee also selected an Honorary Age of Excellence Award recipient. This inaugural acknowledgement is being presented to Patrick Sullivan, longtime executive director of Parks, Buildings, and Recreational Management for the city of Springfield.

Patrick announced his retirement earlier this year after a career spanning 37 years. Throughout his tenure, he worked with seven mayors, most recently serving as part of Mayor Domenic Sarno’s administration. He leaves an indelible mark on the landscape of the city, having spearheaded numerous projects and initiatives, including neighborhood parks, school buildings, fire stations, library buildings, athletic fields, and the city’s environmental and climate action and resiliency plans.

“Patrick’s career accomplishments are much too numerous to list fully,” said Kathy Martin, Glenmeadow president and CEO. “However, his selection for this recognition was made in part to acknowledge his dedication and passion for preserving Springfield’s heritage. This focus included, among many others, his involvement in saving iconic structures such as the Barney Carriage House, where the Age of Excellence Awards Celebration will be held next month.”

The seven Age of Excellence honorees are:

• Dedicated Leader – Beyond the Badge: Springfield Police Superintendent Lawrence Akers, Palmer;

• Champion of Community Voices: Debbie Gardner, Springfield;

• Impactful Entrepreneur: Jeffrey Greim, Longmeadow;

• Dynamic Difference Maker: Ethel Griffin, Springfield;

• Game-Changing Mentor: James Lagodich, Springfield;

• Inspiring Changemaker: Maria Roy, Springfield; and

• Dedicated Community Connector: Karen Tetreault, Chicopee.

Click here to learn more about these honorees. Click here to buy tickets to the celebration on Wednesday, Sept. 4.