Entries for the Social Care Institute for Excellence’s (SCIE’s) Social Care Impact Awards have now closed. The awards have received a remarkable response from across the sector, and we would like to sincerely thank the social care community for their support in promoting them—as well as all of the organisations who applied.
SCIE established the Social Care Impact Awards to identify, recognise, and reward the small organisations doing exceptional work in social care. From grassroots initiatives to community-based providers, the quality and passion evident in the entries have been truly inspiring.
The judges—comprising SCIE staff, trustees, and a person with lived experience of social care—are now undertaking a thorough review of each application. There are multiple prizes available, ranging from in-depth and bespoke consultancy days and training support to spaces on SCIE training courses.
The awards presentation will take place during Co-Production Week—SCIE’s annual celebration of the contribution people with lived experience make to creating better social care. This year, Co-Production Week will be held from 30 June – 4 July 2025, and the theme is ‘Innovation through co-production’.
Kathryn Smith OBE, Chief Executive of SCIE, said:
“There are countless organisations and individuals working tirelessly to deliver the compassionate care and support that allows people to live with independence and dignity. Unfortunately, too often, they receive neither the recognition nor the support they deserve.
“These awards are SCIE’s way of addressing this and of giving something back to a sector that gives so much. Through them, we aim to showcase best practice, foster greater collaboration, and, ultimately, contribute to improving outcomes for people who draw on care and support.
“The response has been phenomenal. We have been truly impressed by the innovation, commitment, and measurable impact the entrants have demonstrated, and we look forward to showcasing the winners and presenting them with their awards on 2 July.”
