- December 4, 2025
The Florida Health Care Association recently recognized Misty Kingsley, social services director at Avante at Ormond Beach, as a "Shining Star" with the 2025 Compassion in Action Award for Social Services Professional of the Year.
The award recognizes an outstanding social services professional, and Kingsley "demonstrates a deep commitment to the individuals and communities she serves, prioritizing urgent resident needs while maintaining high-quality care," a press release states.
“Misty embodies the vision of ‘going above and beyond,’ as she is known to do with residents, colleagues, and community partners,” said Emmett Reed, FHCA’s chief executive officer. “Whether she is providing care or mentoring a newcomer to the profession, Misty demonstrates unparalleled compassion.”
Kingsley also previously founded the National Long Term Care Social Services Association in Orange County and served as its president.
The award was presented during FHCA's annual conference, held July 13-17, at the Hyatt Regency in Orlando.
