The City of Alexandria’s Public Health Advisory Commission and the Alexandria Health Department ask Alexandria residents to nominate individuals or organizations for the 2023 Flora Krause Casey Public Health Award. Nominations are due by midnight on August 27.

Individuals or organizations who exemplify the legacy of Flora Krause Casey and have made a significant impact on Alexandrians’ public health and well-being (physical, behavioral, mental, and oral health) are eligible.

More details about eligibility and the nomination process are available online. People who need help submitting a nomination should call 703.746.4988. All nominations are due by midnight on August 27.

The winner will be selected by the Public Health Advisory Commission and announced in Fall 2023. Details about the award ceremony will be shared at a later date.

Past Awards

The Flora Krause Casey Public Health Award has been awarded to individuals or organizations since 1992. Awardees have been selected for their efforts on a range of public health topics.

Most recently, the Flora Krause Casey Public Health Award was given to the Alexandria Health Department Medical Reserve Corps in 2020 for its COVID-19 efforts.  

About the Awards

Flora Krause Casey (1904-1991) was a longtime resident of Alexandria and a dedicated advocate for the health of people who are underserved.  In the late 1930s, Casey oversaw a local clinic that provided pre-camp physical exams. Over time, she led the clinic’s efforts to provide more comprehensive services based on community needs. The Flora Krause Casey Public Health Award honors Casey’s legacy by recognizing other individuals with similar purpose, devotion, community advocacy, and leadership.

More information on the awards is available online.

For media requests only, contact Eve Elliott, Communications Officer, at eve.elliott@vdh.virginia.gov.