Nazareth Home foundation was established to advance the person-centered mission of Nazareth Home, which reflects the values of spirituality, compassion, dignity, quality, stewardship, advocacy, collaboration, and innovation.

NHF awards the Sandra King Excellence and Education Fund Scholarship to deserving employees in the long-term care profession based on their academic achievements and commitment to quality care. The scholarship is offered to all Nazareth Home, Inc. full-time and regular part-time employees attending an approved college or institution and program. Individuals pursuing degrees other than nursing will be considered for scholarships. 

Recipients are selected individually by the NHF Board, using specified criteria outlined in the application. Applicants are chosen based on their professional qualifications, commitment to the profession and letters of recommendation. 

Sandra King Excellence and Education Fund Scholarship was established to encourage higher education of long-term healthcare professionals in Kentucky. An applicant must be a Nazareth Home, Inc. employee planning a career in long-term care. Qualifications include: 

• • • Employed at Nazareth Home or Nazareth Home Clifton for a minimum of 6 months
    • Enrolled in a college, university, health care institution or other educational organization, offering state-approved courses
    • Commit to two years of service to Nazareth Home, Inc. following graduation   

Scholarships will be paid directly to the educational institution to cover expenses incurred for tuition, books or course-related fees. The scholarship amount is $1,500 per semester, with a max of $3,000 per year. 

Application period will open summer 2022.

For more information, contact Roberta Steutermann at (502) 473-2375 or rsteutermann@nazhome.org.