Jane Townson, CEO, National Homecare Association
The Executive Care Home Leader Award (small to medium)
Angela Boxall, Majesticare
Angela is an experienced hands on leader who is absolutely dedicated to supporting and valuing staff to provide the very best person centred care. She is highly regarded in the sector for her work with Championing Social Care, Care Sector’s Got Talent and other initiatives which seek to raise the profile of social care. An inspirational leader!
The Executive Care Home Leader Award (large)
Aneurin Brown, Hallmark Care Homes
Aneurin has risen through the ranks to the role of Managing Director overseeing the operational direction of Hallmark’s entire portfolio. Leading by example, valuing and recognising staff are what makes Aneruin a shining example of social care leadership at its best.
The Executive Home Care Leader Award
Fatta Thapa, Home Instead Greenwich, Bexley, Lewisham and Southwark
Fatta started a mission to change the face of aging, collaborating collectively with the wider community and forging partnership with local services. Fatta is an outstanding social care professional leading the way in innovative home care services.
The Executive Learning Disabilities and Autism Leader Award
Phil Orton, Making Space
Phil social care career spans 30 years. Leading by example he views his responsibilities as an honour and is often on the frontline, consulting with the people delivering services, patients and service users. For Phil, social care is not just his job, but a lifelong vocation – an inspirational leader!
The Executive Children and Young People Leader Award
Carren Bell, Lagan’s Foundation
Carren has triumphed over tragedy, starting the Lagan’s Foundation to provide support and advice to parents when they need it most. Carren’s unrelenting hard work, dedication and passion to make a difference to children, young people, families and communities, are what makes her a pioneering leader in social care.
The Dementia Care Leader Award:
Bernadette Mossman, Vida Healthcare Ltd
Bernadette has dedicated her working life to developing person centred care for people living with dementia. Bernadette has set an Ethos of Care which breaks the mould and welcomes residents at every stage of their journey. Quite simply she is a pioneer in her field, a kind and devoted leader who deserves recognition.
The Workforce Development Leader Award
Hetal Mainwaring, Nugent Care
Hetal is a highly focused, determined, and compassionate leader, who strives to deliver innovative workforce development initiatives for Nugent’s wide portfolio of services. Her absolute dedication to achieving the very best outcomes for staff and the people they support are inspirational!
The Clinical Nurse Manager Award
Helen Hill, Stow Healthcare Group Ltd
This year marks 35 years since Helen qualified as a registered nurse. From hands on clinical roles, to progression into care home management and director level support, Helen strives to ensure excellence in service provision. Her experience, drive, and passion for person centred care are what makes her a true leader in the sector.
The Quality Assurance Leader Award
Fran Driver, Essex Cares
In her 26 years working in Quality and Governance, Fran has helped shape a culture of quality. Fran’s insight is well respected nationally and her accomplishments in developing innovative quality initiatives are what make her a true leader in social care.
The Lifetime Achievement Award
Mairead Liston, Cavendish Homecare
With over 45 years of experience, Mairead is an outstanding example of a multi-facetted care professional, driven by a passion for excellence. Her family values are at the heart of her highly motivated, compassionate and loyal staff team. Mairead’s courage and ambition to consistently deliver quality, person centred care in the most challenging of times is inspiring!