United HomeCare

03/18/2026

United HomeCare® proudly recognizes 2026 Claude Pepper Public Service Award honoree The Honorable Dariel Fernandez, Miami-Dade County Tax Collector. A Cuban-American business owner, investor, philanthropist, and county official since 2025, his commitment to public service continues to make a meaningful impact for residents and older adults across Miami-Dade County.

Join us as we celebrate Tax Collector Fernandez and this year’s exceptional slate of honorees at the:
31st Annual Claude Pepper Awards Luncheon
May 15, 2026 | Pullman Hotel Miami

Secure your sponsorship, reserve your seats or place a congratulatory ad in the event program: https://bit.ly/ClaudePepper

Charitable proceeds support homebound seniors, disabled adults, and family caregivers aging in place with dignity.

Dariel Fernandez
Miami-Dade County Government

03/16/2026

United HomeCare® is excited to recognize 2026 Claude Pepper Philanthropic Contribution Award honoree Armando Fernandez, Director of External Affairs for Miami-Dade County at Florida Power & Light / NextEra Energy. Through his leadership and dedication to community partnerships and philanthropy, he continues to strengthen and support activities —like the annual Hurricane Meal Boxes program— that help seniors, families, and vulnerable residents across our region.

Congratulations to Armando Fernandez and this year’s exceptional slate of honorees at the:
31st Annual Claude Pepper Awards Luncheon
May 15, 2026 | Pullman Hotel Miami

Secure your sponsorship, reserve your seats or place a congratulatory ad in the event program: https://bit.ly/ClaudePepper

Charitable proceeds support homebound seniors, disabled adults, and family caregivers aging in place with dignity.

Florida Power & Light

03/14/2026

When a child is hospitalized, every family deserves the chance to stay close.

Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida provides a home-away-from-home for families with critically ill children receiving treatment in Miami hospitals: giving them comfort, rest, and the ability to be together during life’s most difficult moments.

This mission is deeply personal to Carlos Martinez, President and CEO of United HomeCare®, whose experience supporting families in our community inspired his commitment to help raise funds for this incredible cause.

If you’ve ever imagined what it would feel like to be in that situation —as a parent, grandparent, sibling, or friend— you understand how powerful it is to keep families close when it matters most.

Please help families stay together and support this mission today:
Donate and support families today: https://bit.ly/YourChild-RMDH

Every contribution makes a meaningful difference… Thank you!

03/13/2026

United HomeCare® is proud to spotlight 2026 Thelma Gibson Community Service Award honoree Alonzo Mourning, founder of the Mourning Family Foundation.

A Hall of Fame NBA center best known for his leadership with the Miami Heat, Mourning is admired not only for his athletic legacy but also for his inspiring comeback from a kidney transplant and his enduring commitment to strengthening families and improving community health across South Florida.

We salute our forever “Zo,” Alonzo Mourning, and this year’s remarkable slate of honorees at the:
31st Annual Claude Pepper Awards Luncheon
May 15, 2026 | Pullman Hotel Miami

Secure your sponsorship, reserve your seats or place a congratulatory ad in the event program: https://bit.ly/ClaudePepper

Charitable proceeds support homebound seniors, disabled adults, and family caregivers aging in place with dignity.

Alonzo Mourning
Mourning Family Foundation

03/11/2026

United HomeCare® is proud to shine a spotlight on the inspiring leaders named as the 2026 Claude Pepper Award Honorees —individuals whose dedication helps advance dignity, independence, and compassionate care for seniors, disabled adults, and family caregivers.

Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Rudolph "Rudy" Moise, DO, JD
President and CEO
Comprehensive Health Center

Public Service Award
The Honorable Alex Rizo
Member, District 112
Florida House of Representatives

Thelma Gibson Community Service Award
Alonzo Mourning
Founder
Mourning Family Foundation

Corporate Service - Healthcare Award
Charlene Zein
Chief Executive Officer
Sunshine Health

Community Builder Award
The Rok Family

Public Service Award
The Honorable Dariel Fernandez
Tax Collector
Miami-Dade Office of the Tax Collector

Philanthropic Contribution Award
Armando Fernandez
Director of External Affairs for Miami-Dade County
Florida Power & Light / NextEra Energy

Education & Advocacy Award
Miriam Singer
President and Chief Executive Officer
Jewish Community Services of South Florida

Congratulations to all the Honorees!

For 31 years, the Claude Pepper Awards have recognized the people who help shape a stronger, more caring community.

We invite you to join us in Miami on May 15 as we honor the extraordinary changemakers shaping our community.
31st Annual Claude Pepper Awards Luncheon
May 15, 2026 | Pullman Hotel Miami

Secure your sponsorship, reserve your seats or place a congratulatory ad in the event program: https://bit.ly/ClaudePepper

Charitable proceeds support homebound seniors, disabled adults, and family caregivers aging in place with dignity.

03/09/2026

United HomeCare® is proud to recognize 2026 Claude Pepper Education & Advocacy Award honoree Miriam Singer, President and CEO of Jewish Community Services of South Florida. Throughout her career, she has developed and led justice-focused, community-based programs serving Cuban and Haitian refugees, dual-diagnosis clients, survivors of domestic violence, and gang-involved youth. Her exceptional leadership continues to make a lasting difference in the lives of older adults, families, and vulnerable members of our community.

Join us in honoring Miriam Singer and this year’s inspiring slate of honorees at the:
31st Annual Claude Pepper Awards Luncheon
May 15, 2026 | Pullman Hotel Miami

Secure your sponsorship, reserve your seats or place a congratulatory ad in the event program: https://bit.ly/ClaudePepper

Charitable proceeds support homebound seniors, disabled adults, and family caregivers aging in place with dignity.

Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS)

03/07/2026

Hope has an address!

Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida provides a home-away-from-home for families with critically ill children receiving treatment in Miami hospitals, offering comfort, stability, and the chance to stay together when every moment matters.

Inspired by the story of a young patient and the unwavering love of his mother, Carlos Martinez, President and CEO of United HomeCare®, has committed to helping raise funds to support this mission and the families who will rely on it in the years ahead.

You can help ensure no family has to face a child’s medical crisis alone. Donate and support families today: https://bit.ly/YourChild-RMDH

Together, we can turn hope into a place families can call home.

03/07/2026

United HomeCare® is excited to highlight the extraordinary leaders selected as the 2026 Claude Pepper Award Honorees —individuals whose work advances dignity, independence, and compassionate care for seniors, disabled adults, and family caregivers.

Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Rudolph "Rudy" Moise, DO, JD
President and CEO
Comprehensive Health Center

Public Service Award
The Honorable Alex Rizo
Member, District 112
Florida House of Representatives

Thelma Gibson Community Service Award
Alonzo Mourning
Founder
Mourning Family Foundation

Corporate Service - Healthcare Award
Charlene Zein
Chief Executive Officer
Sunshine Health

Community Builder Award
The Rok Family

Public Service Award
The Honorable Dariel Fernandez
Tax Collector
Miami-Dade Office of the Tax Collector

Philanthropic Contribution Award
Armando Fernandez
Director of External Affairs for Miami-Dade County
Florida Power & Light / NextEra Energy

Education & Advocacy Award
Miriam Singer
President and Chief Executive Officer
Jewish Community Services of South Florida

Congratulations to all the Honorees!

For 31 years, the Claude Pepper Awards have recognized the people who help shape a stronger, more caring community.

Celebrate with us on May 15 in Miami as we honor this year’s inspiring changemakers.
31st Annual Claude Pepper Awards Luncheon
May 15, 2026 | Pullman Hotel Miami

Secure your sponsorship, reserve your seats or place a congratulatory ad in the event program: https://bit.ly/ClaudePepper

Charitable proceeds support homebound seniors, disabled adults, and family caregivers aging in place with dignity.

Rudolph Moise State Representative Alex Rizo Alonzo Mourning Mourning Family Foundation Sunshine Health Dariel Fernandez Miami-Dade County Government Florida Power & Light Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS)

03/05/2026

When a child is hospitalized, every family deserves the chance to stay close.

Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida provides a home-away-from-home for families with critically ill children receiving treatment in Miami hospitals: giving them comfort, rest, and the ability to be together during life’s most difficult moments.

This mission is deeply personal to Carlos Martinez, President and CEO of United HomeCare®, whose experience supporting families in our community inspired his commitment to help raise funds for this incredible cause.

If you’ve ever imagined what it would feel like to be in that situation —as a parent, grandparent, sibling, or friend— you understand how powerful it is to keep families close when it matters most.

Please help families stay together and support this mission today: https://bit.ly/YourChild-RMDH

Every contribution makes a meaningful difference… Thank you!

03/04/2026

United HomeCare® proudly celebrates 2026 Claude Pepper Lifetime Achievement Award honoree Dr. Rudolph “Rudy” Moise, President and CEO of Comprehensive Health Center and longtime UHC Board member.

A retired U.S. Air Force Reserve Colonel and flight surgeon, Dr. Moise has dedicated his life to expanding access to healthcare and strengthening community wellness across South Florida. His leadership continues to uplift older adults, vulnerable families, and the communities they call home.

Join us in honoring Dr. Moise and this year’s remarkable slate of honorees at the:
31st Annual Claude Pepper Awards Luncheon
May 15, 2026 | Pullman Hotel Miami

Secure your sponsorship, reserve your seats or place a congratulatory ad in the event program: https://bit.ly/ClaudePepper

Charitable proceeds support homebound seniors, disabled adults, and family caregivers aging in place with dignity.

Rudolph Moise

03/01/2026

I am honored to be recognized at this year’s Twelve Good Men Luncheon on May 1st in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida.

This recognition is meaningful to me, but even more meaningful is the mission — providing comfort, housing, and stability to families with critically ill, hospitalized children during incredibly difficult times.

I have set a personal goal to raise $5,000 to help support this important work. If you would like to join me in making an impact, I would sincerely appreciate your support by contributing here:
https://apps.rmhcsouthflorida.org/open-fundraisers?PFR=362

Thank you for helping turn this recognition into real support for families in need.

02/27/2026