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Atlanta, GA - (On April 11, 2023), Help for Healthcare Professionals (HHCP) held its annual Annual Glam & Gratitude Charity Awards Gala at the Atlanta Marriott Northeast/Emory. This event was presented in partnership with ATL Plus Magazine and was a night to honor the significant achievements of healthcare workers - nurses, doctors, executives, mental health and ancillary support professionals, rehab providers,, social workers, community health workers, and first responders, that have made an impact on our lives and our community.  

The evening began with Pre-Gala VIP festivities and was followed by a cocktail hour, with passed hors d'oeuvres. While the saxophonist played, guests mingled and interacted with our nominees. The ballroom opened, and attendees were ushered in to enjoy the Mary Jane Seacole Awards Ceremony and 3- course dinner. Guests were also graced with special VIP gift bags that included luxury spa products from sponsors that included Cleansing Waters Spa, Level 2 Skin, and Weekend Fetish Cosmetics as well as gift certificates from Posh Salons,  local restaurants & Starbucks. The night was nothing short of glamorous, with attendees  elegantly  dressed in their finest attire while enjoying delicious food, drinks, and music and celebrating those who serve us every day. As Smith said in her closing remarks, “We are so proud to host this event each year honoring those who dedicate their lives to helping others. We are grateful for all they do!”

At the event, 24 awards were presented to healthcare professionals and first responders who continue to make a difference. Belinda Sanders, Serial Entrepreneur, Author of The Book, and Creator of the Podcast Dear Future Husband, presented an Honorary Award to Bravo for highlighting minorities in Healthcare. Molly Hopkins, Reality TV star and CEO of Livirae Lingerie, where they bra fit for bust health with the motto of Let Me Lift You Up, was on hand to present The Women’s Health Provider of the Year Award to Dr. Jackie Walters. Molly said, “It’s an honor to be here tonight recognizing these heroes who have gone above and beyond in their commitment to service. I am proud to be part of this celebration honoring them for all they do for us!”

The 2023 List of Awardee is available at www.helpforhealthcareprofessionals.org

Help for Healthcare Professionals is dedicated to providing support services for healthcare professionals across Metro Atlanta through financial assistance programs, as well as, emotional support initiatives like scholarships, hardship funds, and counseling services or peer groups. To learn more about HHCP, please visit www.helpforhealthcareprofessionals.org We implore you to  donate generously and assist HHCP to build their education and skills training program supporting the healthcare workforce. A sustained healthy workforce equals quality healthcare for all  Georgians.

For more information, please visit https://helpforhealthcareprofessionals.org

About HHCP

Help for Healthcare Professionals, HHCP, is a nonprofit organization based in Georgia. HHCP was founded to provide support and services to the members of our community who have devoted their lives to keep us safe and healthy. Nurses, doctors, paramedics, respiratory therapists, social workers, community health workers, and pharmacists; are only a few of the brave and heroic people making a difference in our lives and our community. In addition, HHCP is also committed to showing support and appreciation  to the immediate families of the first responders that bravely serve our community.  While we stayed safe within our homes and away from the pandemic, these healthcare workers sacrificed their lives daily to face the dangers of the infection head-on.

HHCP aims to reach healthcare professional communities across Metro Atlanta to mitigate healthcare worker burnout, strengthen public investments and health in the workforce, increase access to mental health care for health workers and address healthcare professionals' overall well-being by valuing and protecting this special community. Each year we provide targeted programs and services in fulfillment of our three core pillars- mental health awareness, education, and crisis relief. As we expand our Crossroads Education and Skills Training program, we ensure sustainability in the healthcare workforce. We do this by removing barriers that impede both aspiring and existing members of the healthcare ecosystems’ ability to obtain comprehensive training. Long-term, this creates healthier communities with better access to healthcare.