2021 good news stories: part two
20 Dec 2021
As part of our #2021Highlights campaign we’re rounding up some of the good news stories that providers have been sharing with us, to help to spread some positivity at the end of another unique and challenging year.
Great British Care Awards celebrate care success for Chosen Care Group
Chosen Care Group were celebrating after the Great British Care Awards in November when two members of their team were awarded.
Chief Operating Officer Gracy Metilda received the Covid Hero Award and nurse Raj Mohabeer received the Social Care Nurse Award.
Gracy won the Covid Hero Award for going above and beyond during the COVID-19 crisis.
Raj won the Best Nurse Award, acknowledging his vital role as a specialist nurse promoting the emotional, physical, psychological, and social health of the people he supports.
Alan Titchmarsh visits care home in Alton
The Lawn residential care home in Alton was in for a surprise when Alan Titchmarsh came to visit.
The gardener, broadcaster, poet, and novelist visited the home in his official capacity as Deputy Lieutenant of the County of Hampshire to say thank you to everyone on behalf of the Hampshire Lieutenancy for all their hard work during the covid pandemic and resulting lockdowns.
During his visit, Mr Titchmarsh enjoyed a tour of the care home and its beautiful grounds, admiring the plants, shrubs, flowers and, of course, the lawn.
For one Lawn resident, Kathie Baines, seeing Alan Titchmarsh during his visit was a reunion of sorts.
She said:
Working for the Secret Intelligence Service (SIS) during World War Two was an intense job. I had to be totally focused and concentrate on the messages I was listening to.
Knowing I was doing my part for the war effort was very important to me. I was, and still am, honoured that I helped with such important work for my country.
Andy Cumper, manager at Bernard Sunley said:
Moyra is a lovely lady who always has a smile for me when we talk. When she turned 100-years-old last year, it was lovely to be able to share in her landmark day with her family. This year it has been extremely special and heart-warming for her to have her daughter fly over from Australia to join us in celebrating her 101st birthday.
Speaking of the celebrations, Moyra said:
I have had a really wonderful 101st birthday, it’s been a lovely day. I didn’t think anything could top my 100th birthday, but seeing my family, having Sue here from Australia, watching Daniel Brewerton’s performance and being spoilt by all the Bernard Sunley carers, it’s been a day to remember.
The other day I was asked what was my secret to a long and happy life? I really don’t have one, it just happened, but I’m so grateful for everyone that has come into my life, I’m very blessed.
The first ever Celebrating Homecare Day was enjoyed this year
Celebrating Homecare Day was launched this year by United Kingdom Homecare Association (UKHCA) and the Care Workers’ Charity (CWC) to celebrate and recognise the amazing work that home carers provide. Every day of the year, homecare workers support people to live safely and well at home, enabling people to flourish within our communities.
The theme for the inaugural event was ‘made with care’, to celebrate the relationships that exist between the people who give and receive care, and highlight the many activities they enjoy together. Whether this is crafting, baking, completing a jigsaw, or even filming a TikTok, care workers and the people they support were encouraged to celebrate something they have made or shared together.
Jane Townson, CEO of UKHCA said:
Homecare workers have been a lifeline for many people throughout the past 18 months, showing real selflessness and resilience in providing invaluable support to people in their own homes in incredibly challenging times.
But the work they do is always important - not just throughout the pandemic. Homecare services benefit all of us - people who receive and give services, their families, health services, and our wider communities.
Their roles deserve to be celebrated now, and increasingly into the future.
Karolina Gerlich, CEO of The Care Workers’ Charity added:
It’s right and proper every so often to take a step back from the day-to-day and look at what you have achieved.
Care workers do such amazing work, bringing companionship, care and comfort to so many people. It’s wonderful to have the opportunity to celebrate what they do.
Share your good news stories with us by emailing marketing@skillsforcare.org.uk
Have a look at our #2021Highlights spotlight for more reflections on the year.
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