Below are the past recipients of the annual awards that are handed out each year at the PaPSC Conference.

Congratulations to each of them!!! They are shining examples for all of us to follow.

PAPSC LIFETIME PEER PARTNER AWARD

This award started to be presented in 2021. It is designed to recognize an individual who has made significant, long-term impacts on peer services in Pennsylvania. This is the person we would all recognize for their contributions over time to expand and enhance peer services across the commonwealth. Nominees do not necessarily have to be a certified peer professional, just someone who has contributed to the advancement of peer services in Pennsylvania.

2026 – Tracy Carney

2025 – Joan Erney

2024 – Diana Fullem

2023 – Kathy Laws

2022 – Maureen Feeny-Burns

2021 – Bill Boyer

PAPSC PEER ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR

The inaugural year for this award was 2024. Advocacy can take many forms and be at many different levels. From statewide to local to individual provider advocacy, this award recognizes individuals who demonstrate tireless advocacy for peer services in Pennsylvania and beyond.

2026 – Leanna Ballester

2025 – Benita Tillman

2024 – Joey Pagano

PAPSC PEER OF THE YEAR

This award was started in 2024, as well. It honors individuals who provide exemplary peer services in their community. Award recipients embody the core principles of recovery, provide hope and inspiration to their peers, and act as role-models for other peer professionals.

2026 – Jamie Bush

2025 – Christopher Kumm

2024 – Jessica Sprout