Belong Carers Overjoyed to Be Named Best in Class

Belong Carers Overjoyed to Be Named Best in Class

Carers at Belong Villages across the North West and West Midlands are celebrating picking up five wins and five high commendations at this year’s regional Great British Care Awards, with their passion, dedication and performance in their work all recognised as being among the best in their regions.

The annual awards acknowledge those working in the care sector throughout the UK, with winners from November’s regional finals advancing to national awards in early 2025.

Accolade winners at the Great North West Care Awards:

Belong Atherton Nursing team – Care Home Team Award (highly commended)

Rebecca Clarke, support worker Belong Chester – Care Home Newcomer Award (highly commended)

Cavell Meakin, volunteer Belong Crewe – Unpaid Carer Award (winner)

Laura Cooper, community support worker, Belong at Home Warrington – Dignity in Care Award (winner)

Accolade winners at the Great West Midlands Care Awards:

Jamie Rogers – support worker, Belong Newcastle-under-Lyme – Dementia Carer Award (winner)

Hannah Barrington-Parry, nurse Belong Newcastle-under-Lyme – Social Care Nurse Award (winner)

Emma Palin, experience and heritage coordinator Belong Newcastle-under-Lyme – Care Innovator Award (winner)

Steven Cartlich, caretaker Belong Newcastle-under-Lyme – Ancillary Worker Award (highly commended)

Caroline Clifton, admiral nurse Belong Villages – Outstanding Contribution Award (highly commended)

Lisa Armstrong, recruitment business partner, Belong Villages – 3 Rs Award (highly commended)

Sue Goldsmith, Belong chief operating officer, said: “We are thrilled to have so many colleagues recognised at the regional Great British Care Awards – to reach the regional finals alone is a massive achievement.

“Many of colleagues began their careers with us and with training and mentorship, have developed to qualify in their respective fields. We empower our teams with the autonomy to carry out their roles by putting people first and this enables us to provide the best possible care for our residents.”

The news follows Belong’s recent win at the 2024 prestigious HealthInvestor Seniors Housing Awards, having taken the title for Best Health and Wellness Service for its holistic approach to care, breaking the mould of the ‘traditional care home’ by promoting an active lifestyle for customers, supporting them to live as independently as possible whilst enjoying later life.

Pictured: Belong at Home Warrington team at the Great North West Care Awards