Congratulations Jeremy Marner!

We are pleased to honor Jeremy Marner as Hilltop’s Q1 2025 Volunteer Mission Award champion. Nominated by Jeff Wright, Resident/Staff Advocate and Randi Knipe, Exercise Specialist, Brain Injury Services at Hilltop’s Life Adjustment Program, Jeremy exudes Hilltop’s values of relationship and fun.  

Jeremy began volunteering at Hilltop’s Life Adjustment Program in December 2024, and his first Hilltop volunteer experience was at the Las Posadas event on Christmas Eve day. Jeremy supports LAP’s resident engagement program, by assisting Jeff Wright with DJ Friday, Alicia Lopez-Haukaas with a variety of activities and events, and Trisha with gardening. Jeremy is a friendly face and companion to LAP residents.  

Jeff Wright said, “I want to personally express my appreciation for Jeremy. He is an absolute delight in every way. Jeremy works diligently, interacts wonderfully, and embodies all the qualities that make Hilltop special, including our values of Fun and Relationship. He dances with abandon and shares his beaming smile.” 

Randi Knipe added “I would like to give a shoutout to Jeremy. Every time he is on our campus, he is attentive to all the residents and extremely helpful to the staff. I would like to highlight his participation at DJ Friday – He has the most infectious energy that makes every resident smile and dance their tails off!! It’s very refreshing to see this kind of interaction and I know the residents love it!” 

Jeremy is always willing to share a smile and a laugh, lend a hand and bring joy to others. Jeremy’s work amplifies Hilltop’s mission, creating connection to build a community where everyone belongs. We appreciate Jeremy and the generous gifts of time, heart, and talent he shares in our Hilltop community.  Upon receiving the award, Jeremy said, “Thank you for letting me be a part of your lives.  This award means a lot to me.”   

From Tena Quillen, Director of Brain Injury Services: “We are proud to honor Jeremy for his outstanding dedication and service as a volunteer. Through his selfless commitment, compassion, and willingness to go above and beyond, Jeremy has made a lasting impact on the lives of so many. His kindness, positive attitude, and generous spirit embody the true heart of volunteerism. We are incredibly grateful for all he has given and continues to give. Congratulations, Jeremy, and thank you for making a difference every single day.”