We are proud to announce Executive Director Susan Kingsbury-Comeau has received the 2024 Excellence in Action Award from the Washington State Council on Aging. This prestigious award honors Susan’s exceptional leadership and dedication to enriching older adults' lives across Snoqualmie Valley and beyond.
The Excellence in Action Award honors leaders with an unwavering commitment to older adults' well-being, celebrating those who expand resources, create inclusive programs, and enrich the lives of seniors. Susan reflected on the honor, “I am deeply grateful for this incredible honor and immensely thankful for the recognition.”
Since joining Mt. Si Senior Center in 2015, Susan’s vision and commitment have driven tremendous growth. The organization serves over 1,200 seniors annually, with expanded programming and increased revenue. During her tenure, she doubled the number of senior center-owned affordable housing units.
Through partnerships and initiatives, Susan has built a legacy of care and inclusivity, creating a community that seniors rely on and trust. She is truly a champion, steadfast advocate, and friend for our seniors.
Board Vice-President Ken Hearing praised Susan’s dedication, saying:
“When hiring, I always look for someone who can take an organization to the next level. Although I didn’t hire her, Susan has the qualities I would have sought. Under her leadership, our center has expanded and improved immeasurably, adapting to new challenges with resilience. During COVID, for example, the center’s nutrition program continued to deliver meals to those who couldn’t make it to the center. We are fortunate to have Susan as our director.”
Mary Barrett, Board President, shared her admiration for Susan’s lasting impact:
“Susan has made an enormous impact in our community by creating a space that supports and invigorates members as they age, allowing them to maintain independence, dignity, and a sense of belonging. Her work honors the continuity of our members' life stories in the very place where many of those memories were made. Brava, Susan! So well deserved.”
With a long-term vision and commitment to our mission, Susan leads Mt. Si Senior Center, with compassion, resilience, and a focus on community-centered care. We look forward to seeing the continued impact of her work on the lives of seniors in Snoqualmie Valley.
The Excellence in Action Award honors leaders with an unwavering commitment to older adults' well-being, celebrating those who expand resources, create inclusive programs, and enrich the lives of seniors. Susan reflected on the honor, “I am deeply grateful for this incredible honor and immensely thankful for the recognition.”
Since joining Mt. Si Senior Center in 2015, Susan’s vision and commitment have driven tremendous growth. The organization serves over 1,200 seniors annually, with expanded programming and increased revenue. During her tenure, she doubled the number of senior center-owned affordable housing units.
Through partnerships and initiatives, Susan has built a legacy of care and inclusivity, creating a community that seniors rely on and trust. She is truly a champion, steadfast advocate, and friend for our seniors.
Board Vice-President Ken Hearing praised Susan’s dedication, saying:
“When hiring, I always look for someone who can take an organization to the next level. Although I didn’t hire her, Susan has the qualities I would have sought. Under her leadership, our center has expanded and improved immeasurably, adapting to new challenges with resilience. During COVID, for example, the center’s nutrition program continued to deliver meals to those who couldn’t make it to the center. We are fortunate to have Susan as our director.”
Mary Barrett, Board President, shared her admiration for Susan’s lasting impact:
“Susan has made an enormous impact in our community by creating a space that supports and invigorates members as they age, allowing them to maintain independence, dignity, and a sense of belonging. Her work honors the continuity of our members' life stories in the very place where many of those memories were made. Brava, Susan! So well deserved.”
With a long-term vision and commitment to our mission, Susan leads Mt. Si Senior Center, with compassion, resilience, and a focus on community-centered care. We look forward to seeing the continued impact of her work on the lives of seniors in Snoqualmie Valley.