SOUTHINGTON, CT (April 7, 2026) – The Connecticut Chapter of the American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA) has announced its Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Hall of Fame Class of 2026, recognizing a distinguished group of caregivers whose careers reflect decades of compassionate, resident-centered service across the state.
The CNA Hall of Fame, celebrated annually as part of the ACHCA’s educational programming, honors frontline caregivers who exemplify excellence in long term care through longevity, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to residents.
Honoring Excellence in Care
Each year’s inductees represent the very best of the profession—individuals whose daily work defines the quality, dignity, and consistency of care delivered within skilled nursing centers. These caregivers are recognized not only for years of service, but for the relationships they build with residents and families, and for the leadership they demonstrate among their peers.
iCare Health Network extends its sincere congratulations to all of the 2026 CNA Hall of Fame inductees for this well-deserved recognition.
iCare Health Network Honorees
Among this year’s honorees are caregivers from iCare centers, reflecting the organization’s continued emphasis on clinical excellence and compassionate caregiving:
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Cresene A. Johnson, Westside Care Center (Manchester)
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Elisabeth Sola, Parkville Care Center (Hartford)
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Lynn Kalvinek, 60 West (Rocky Hill)
Their recognition highlights the strength and dedication of iCare’s care center teams, where CNAs serve as the foundation of daily care delivery.
A Career Defined by Commitment
CNA Hall of Fame inductees are often distinguished not only by tenure, but by the consistency of their presence—supporting residents through recovery, transition, and long term care needs. Their work requires both clinical skill and emotional intelligence, often forming the strongest and most enduring connections within the care environment.
This year’s class continues a long-standing tradition of honoring caregivers who elevate the profession through quiet leadership, teamwork, and an unwavering sense of purpose. Certified Nursing Assistants play a critical role in the skilled nursing setting, providing hands-on care, emotional support, and continuity that defines the resident experience. The CNA Hall of Fame serves as an important reminder that behind every successful clinical outcome are caregivers whose daily work makes that success possible.
iCare Health Network is proud to celebrate its honorees and to recognize all of this year’s inductees for their outstanding contributions to long term care across Connecticut.
