Wrexham parents’ heartbreak as disabled son‘s future care at risk amid charity funding crisis
A devoted Wrexham couple say they fear for their severely disabled son’s future care if a North Wales charity fails to survive a funding crisis. Anheddau, which supports 140 disabled people in Gwynedd, Conwy, Anglesey, Denbighshire and Wrexham, is teetering on the...
Inspirational Rob in line for care award after coming up with tasty idea
An innovative social care leader has come up with a clever recipe to help people with learning disabilities spend quality time with their families. Rob Hayward from Neath, who works as a peripatetic service manager with social care company M&D Care, has introduced...
Dedicated nurse Rachelle in running for social care Oscar
A devoted nurse who believes it is vital that everyone living with dementia knows they are “cared for and loved” is in the running for a major award. Rachelle Beasley’s outstanding compassion in supporting residents living with dementia has earned her a place on the...
Dedicated Kirsty champions care home residents
A dedicated care home worker has been praised by her bosses for “giving residents a voice and ensuring it’s heard loud and clear”. Bosses at Regency House Residential Home in Pontypool, say Kirsty Griffiths is a “true advocate” for the residents. Kirsty’s dedication...
Newport man who changed careers to support dementia patient up for national award
A Torfaen support worker who swapped the steel industry for the care sector during the pandemic has been recognised for transforming the life of a man living with dementia. Nigel Galloway, 52, who works for Q-Care, a domiciliary care company operating in South Wales,...
Barry care worker Linda who brings joy to dozens of residents up for top award
A much-loved activities coordinator who has spent more than two decades bringing joy, laughter and companionship to care home residents is in line for a top award. Linda Campbell, a familiar and friendly face at Springbank Nursing Home, in Barry has been named as a...
Newport nurse “humbled and overwhelmed” to be honoured after 50 years of dedicated service
A nurse whose career has spanned more than five decades — from hospital wards to care homes — has been recognised with a nomination for a top care awards. Sharon Leach, from Newport, who began her nursing journey at the age of just 16, has been named as a finalist at...
Marisa’s Wedding Celebration Bring Care Home Community Together
A kind care home worker arranged for the wedding of two beloved colleagues to be broadcast on a big screen for residents to watch and join the celebrations. It’s just one of the heart-warming efforts made by Marisa Parry, who works at Glain House Care Home in Cardiff,...
Caring Chrissy is a local hero to hundreds of people
Hundreds of people have reason to thank a Vale of Glamorgan woman who has a rare talent for filling gaps. Now that skill, coupled with boundless energy and a strong commitment to her work, has put Chrissy Darby in line for a prestigious award. She has been shortlisted...
Inspirational Michelle shortlisted for prestigious Welsh care award
A long-serving director of care and support has been described as “an inspiration” and “a role model” as she is recognised for her outstanding leadership in the social care sector. Michelle Debbabi, Operations Director for Dimension Cymru has been shortlisted for one...