Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta is proud to announce that Sarah Schurr was selected as one of ten 2015 National Young Women of Distinction, the highest honor in Girl Scouting, for her Gold Award project, “Talk to Me.”Sarah showed extraordinary leadership through her project, which focused on increasing communication with elderly patients who are socially detached because of early onset dementia or Alzheimer’s. As a “volunteen” at Northside hospital, she researched the issue and current strategies for increasing social connection. She engaged other community groups in her work and created and donated “Talk to Me” treasure boxes containing: a soothing sensory mat, a set of conversation starter cards, a photo book, and an informational booklet. These treasure boxes were donated to Northside Hospital and three local nursing homes increasing the quality of life for elderly patients in these facilities. Through the distribution of her informational booklet and her website link, Sarah has also impacted the community by raising awareness about elder care issues.
“We are excited that Sarah has been recognized as a 2015 National Young Woman of Distinction. Sarah exemplifies the lasting positive impact that Girl Scouts are having on their communities throughout Greater Atlanta," said Amy Dosik, CEO, Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta.We’re so proud of Sarah and her accomplishments. Through her work, the lives of so many of our senior citizens will be forever changed.
