THE very best in care provision across Somerset was honoured at a special awards ceremony.

The Care Awards Gala Evening 2016 took place at Wellsprings Leisure Centre in Taunton on Friday, April 22, orgaised by Care Focus and supported by your County Gazette.

Claire Waddon, Care Focus CEO, said: "It was great to see so many people recognised for their dedication and commitment.

"They are all winners in our eyes.

"We would also like to thank Albert Goodman and the County Gazette for partnering us, along with all the sponsors and contributors, whose support enabled this event, to be memorable for all those who attended." 

Around 400 people attended the event, the ninth Care Focus Care Awards, with 41 finalists shortlisted in 12 categories.


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The winners were:

  • New to Care Award - sponsored by Redlink 
    Caitlin Griffiths - St Georges Residential Home
  • Outstanding Volunteer Award - sponsored by Ashfords Law 
    Sheila Rabson - Nynehead Court 
  • Unsung Hero - sponsored by County Gazette
    Ahlana Bisgrove - Way Ahead Community Services 
  • Outstanding Ancillary Worker - sponsored by Amicus Law
    Dave Harris - The Rectory Care Home
  • Outstanding Commitment to Learning and Development - sponsored by RCPA
    Helen Bond - Springside, All Seasons Care
  • Quality Specialist Award - sponsored by REOR design
    Kylie Brown - Crimson Hill Support 
  • End of Life Care Award - sponsored by Somerset CCG
    Rachel Philipson - Selway Oaktree Court, Majesticare
  • Excellence in Leadership Award - sponsored by Albert Goodman
    Maggie Milton - Wellington House
  • Outstanding Care Worker – Tim Catley-Day Award - sponsored by Care Focus
    Rob Lawrence - Churchill House, Homes Caring for Autism 
  • Outstanding Care Team - sponsored by Nourish
    Castle House Team - Castle House Nursing Home
  • Care Organisation of the Year - sponsored by Porter Dodson
    Hazelwell Lodge
  • Outstanding Contribution Award - sponsored by Care Focus 
    Anna-Marie Ulrico - Bluebird Care Taunton & Sedgemoor