West Bend, Wi – Cedar Community is pleased to announce its marketing team has received four national Aster Awards for healthcare marketing and advertising for 2026. The team earned a Gold Award for its quarterly Live More magazine in the Magazine Publication-Series category, a Gold Award for Brochure Advertising-Multiple Page for their corporate overview, a Gold Award for Magazine Advertising-Ad Series, and a Silver Award for Magazine Advertising-Single Ad.
“Cyndi Frohmader, creative director, and I are honored to receive this national recognition from the Aster Awards. These awards reflect the creativity, dedication, and collaborative spirit of our marketing team, as well as the inspiring stories of the residents, families, and team members we have the privilege of sharing. Our goal is always to communicate Cedar Community’s mission in a meaningful way, and it is rewarding to see that work recognized on a national level,” said Carrie Sturn, senior marketing director.
The Aster Awards are among the most prestigious competitions in healthcare marketing and advertising, recognizing outstanding professionals who demonstrate excellence and innovation in their marketing efforts. The awards honor healthcare organizations, agencies, and marketing professionals whose work exemplifies exceptional creativity, strategic thinking, innovation, and measurable impact.
This year’s competition attracted an impressive array of entries from healthcare organizations and agencies across the United States. Submissions were evaluated by an elite panel of marketing and creative professionals using a comprehensive scoring system based on industry standards of excellence. With a perfect score established at 100 percent, only the highest-scoring entries earned recognition. The competition remains highly selective, with just the top-performing entries nationwide receiving awards for excellence in healthcare advertising and marketing communications. Gold Awards represent the top 5 percent of entries nationally, while Silver Awards represent the top 12 percent.
Judging criteria included creativity, design and layout, message effectiveness, functionality, production quality, audience appeal, strategic execution, and overall excellence.
“The Aster Awards continue to showcase the extraordinary talent, innovation, and dedication of healthcare marketers across the country,” said the Aster Awards administration team. “This year’s winners represent the very best in healthcare communications and demonstrate how powerful marketing can educate, inspire, and connect with the communities they serve.”
The complete list of 2026 Aster Award winners is available at www.asterawards.com/winners.
About Cedar Community
Cedar Community is an award-winning provider of senior living and care services in Wisconsin, dedicated to redefining aging and creating vibrant communities where older adults can thrive. With a range of lifestyle options and personalized care services, Cedar Community offers innovative solutions designed to support seniors at every stage of their journey. From independent living to skilled nursing and memory care, the community is committed to promoting an active lifestyle, dignified care services, and purposeful living for older adults.