Perham Living is excited to announce that Heidi Coleman, RN, one of our most dedicated and compassionate nurses, has been honored with the prestigious DAISY Award. This recognition is a testament to her unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care and her positive impact on residents and colleagues.

In nominating Heidi for the DAISY Award, Andrea Dean, LPN, sincerely reflected, “Heidi Coleman is an exceptional human being and a phenomenal nurse. She always has a smile on her face and provides amazing care to each resident she comes in contact with. She is always willing to jump in and help where needed and never says no when asked to do any task.”

Dean added that Heidi always brings a positive attitude and great vibe to wherever she is and that everyone is always excited to see her come through the door. “You know the day will be better just because she is there. I cannot think of a person who is more deserving of this award than Heidi.”

We couldn’t agree more. Heidi Coleman embodies the spirit of the DAISY Award with her dedication, positivity, and exceptional care. We are incredibly proud to have her as part of our team and celebrate her well-deserved recognition.

The DAISY Award

In 1999, the compassionate journey of the DAISY Foundation began, born out of the profound loss experienced by the Barnes family. Patrick Barnes, a remarkable individual, succumbed to complications from the autoimmune disease ITP at the age of 33. In the wake of this heartbreaking event, the Barnes family sought a positive way to commemorate Patrick’s memory.

Over a heartfelt and reflective dinner shortly after Patrick’s passing, the family conceptualized DAISY, which stands for Diseases Attacking the Immune System. The foundation’s inception was fueled by the family’s desire to contribute something meaningful and positive in honor of Patrick.

As the Barnes family deliberated on the purpose of The DAISY Foundation, they consistently circled back to a beacon of light amid Patrick’s challenging 8-week illness – the exceptional care provided by his nurses. While the clinical expertise of the nurses left a lasting impression, it was the profound compassion and kindness they consistently exhibited at Patrick’s bedside that truly touched the family’s hearts.

In gratitude for the extraordinary care bestowed upon Patrick and their family, the Barneses initiated The DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses. What began as a personal expression of gratitude has blossomed into a global recognition program embraced by numerous healthcare organizations worldwide. The DAISY Foundation has become a powerful symbol of appreciation for the unwavering dedication and exceptional care that nurses extend to patients and their families each day.

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About Perham Health 

Perham Health is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital with three primary care clinics, a 96-bed nursing home, home health care agency, adult day services, memory care assisted living, and senior housing.  The medical staff consists of 24 physicians, a nurse midwife, 14 advance practice clinicians, and three chiropractors. Visit perhamhealth.org to learn more.