Hereford Times Health & Social Care Awards 2023
The Hereford Times Health & Social Care Awards held in conjunction with The University of Worcester & Altogether Care, are delighted to be returning for its fourth year
The awards are driven to recognise the hard work, dedication, innovation and care delivered across the health and social care sector. With focus on the individuals and their stories, it’s the people who make the difference. If recent years are anything to go by we know the people of Herefordshire will show their support for the Hereford Times Health & Social Care Awards by nominating someone they know who deserves it. This years awards will take place on Thursday 12th October, 7pm at the Hereford racecourse.
We accept nominations from the general public, business and private organisations and of course health & social care professionals who make such a difference to the lives of so many.
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Health or Care Team Award
Brought to you by: Altogether care
We want to hear about teams working together to deliver improved patient care. They can be from any sector but must demonstrate impact, very strong team working, strong communication, and the ability to work across organisational boundaries.
Care Hero Award
Brought to you by: Herefordshire Council, Herefordshire Cares
This award recognises that all of our care workers in Herefordshire are heroes. Care workers make a difference to people’s lives every day and this award celebrates that. Do you know a care worker who has worked hard to enable someone to live an independent, safe and fulfilled life? Have they helped to change someone’s life for the better? It is these every day stories about how our care workers make a difference (big or small) that the judges want to hear.
Care Home Worker
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This award recognises the contribution of an individual Home Care Worker who strives to improve the delivery of care in the care home sector through developing ways to enhance nursing care. This person must demonstrate outstanding levels of commitment to care and put the person being cared for at the heart of what they do.
Domiciliary Care Worker
Brought to you by: Rotherwood Healthcare
This award is about celebrating the important work that the 3rd sector and community teams do in health and care. Are you – or do you know someone who is - doing something new, something bold or different? Something new to you, new to the sector or a new way of tackling an age-old problem? Or do you know someone who just does what they do really, well?
Good Nurse Award
Brought to you by: Wye Clinic
We are looking for a health care professional who demonstrates an innovative and caring approach to their work. This person must demonstrate outstanding levels of commitment to patient care and put the patient at the heart of what they do. Entrants can be from any health care profession, and can work anywhere, from community care to surgical theatres.
Care Trainer
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This award is for outstanding work in care training. The judges want to hear about how the training adapted to meet the needs of service, about the quality of service given and the effectiveness of new training.
Adolescent and Child Health Care Award
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This award is open to an organisation, department and or individual carer/nurse/doctor/charity who specialises in the care and treatment of children and adolescents within Herefordshire. This can range from specialist paediatrics, mental health, social, emotional or behavioural support, along with those who offer assessments and intervention.
Dementia Carer
Brought to you by: Ashberry (Holmer Court)
This award recognises the contribution of an individual care worker who strives to improve the delivery of care for those suffering with Dementia. This person must demonstrate outstanding levels of commitment to care and put the person being cared for at the heart of what they do.
The Palliative/End of life Award
Brought to you by: Herefordshire General Practice
An award for an individual or team that recognises how choices made by the person being cared for and their family is central to the service and care that is delivered. This involves reflecting fully on what is important to the person at the end of their life. The judges will be looking for a carer or team who demonstrates what it takes to support clients and their families with care as well as psychological, social and spiritual support.
The Mental Health Award
Brought to you by: Ashberry (Broomy Hill
This award is open to a department or individual carer/nurse/doctor who specialises in the care and treatment of mental health in Herefordshire. Good mental health is now recognized as a vital component to good overall health and we would like to hear how the care and support in this sector has improved the lives of the individual and their families.
Health or Care Employer
Brought to you by: Wye Valley NHS Trust
This award goes to the health care employer who can demonstrate strong commitment to employees without diminishing the care they provide. The winner will have a strong and loyal workforce, who feel valued and recognised for the contributions they make.
GP Practice of the Year
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We are looking for a GP practice that stands out for the level of care they provide. Have you received great service? Has a practice nurse gone above or beyond the call of duty, or has the receptionist always greeted you with a smile and a friendly word? This award recognises the contribution of everyone in the GP practice in providing a good service to patients, where staff have gone the extra mile when treating you or someone you know.
Please note: All nominations are accepted in good faith, and on the basis that both the nominee and the person making the nomination consents to the publication by the awards organiser of all information provided in print, online and on social media.
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