Issue 159 13.09.23
The weekly online newsletter for the care sector
NACC Awards shortlist is announced THE shortlist for the National Association of Care Catering’s annual awards has been revealed. The awards recognise and celebrate teams and individuals that epitomise excellence, innovation, dedication and outstanding contributions within the care catering sector. Across six categories the finalists represent those working in or associated with care catering that deliver exceptional service every day, from care homes, Meals on Wheels services and lunch clubs to suppliers to the sector. Sue Cawthray, national chair of the NACC, said: “Huge congratulations to all this year’s shortlisted finalists. “Care catering professionals are some of the best unsung heroes as they continue to work and care for older and vulnerable people in incredibly challenging circumstances – from staff shortages to the cost-of-living crisis and supply chain issues, they continue to shine and inspire. The NACC Awards 2023 finalists are: Care Establishment of the Year – Heritage Manor, West Eaton; St. John’s House, Castlemeadow; Highmarket House, Care UK; Candlewood House, TLC. Meals on Wheels Award – Food Train Ltd; Molesey Centre for
the Community; Health and Independent Living Support, West Sussex; My Chef, Meals on Wheels. Catering Team of the Year – Hotel Services Catering Team, FSCH Group; Renaissance Care Chefs, Renaissance Care; HC-One Catering Team; Edgbaston Manor, Care UK. Catering Manager of the Year – Stuart Middleton, Renaissance Care; Majlinda Ndoj, Cooperscroft Care Home – TLC Group; Andrew Mussett, Care UK; Jody Marshall, Meallmore Ltd; Gareth Cartledge, Avery Healthcare Group. Our Care Catering Hero – Julie Setterfield, Elmbridge Borough Council; Rachel Keys, HC-One; Nicola Bushell, The Royal Star & Garter, Signature Dining. The Bev Puxley Award – Valerie Kelly, Houndswood House, Brigterkind Ltd; Chris Bonner, HC-One; Jody Marshall, Meallmore Ltd. The winners of the NACC Region of the Year Award, the Pam Rhodes Award and the National Chair’s Award will also be honoured at the glittering event. The overall winners will be announced at a special gala awards dinner on Thursday October 5, which is part of the NACC Training and Development Forum held at the East Midlands Conference Centre in Nottingham.
A new defibrillator is available to the High Wycombe community after being fitted at Royal Star & Garter. The life-saving electric shock device has been placed at the front of the home after being purchased by the charity. It led the local Ambulance Service to praise the home for providing a “life-saving publicly accessible defibrillator” in the area. The machine costs £1,320 and is registered with emergency services, meaning nearby members of the public making emergency 999 calls for a cardiac arrest will be directed to it. The Lifepak CR2 USB machine is designed to be used by someone with no medical training, with an in-built speaker giving simple step-by-step instructions to operate. Additionally, every member of staff at Royal Star & Garter in High Wycombe has had training on how to use the device. It also comes with a separate emergency kit, which includes items such as scissors, gloves and CPR face shield.
Nominations deadline extended EXCITEMENT is building for the industry’s biggest end-of-year party, with plans in place to make this year’s Caring UK Awards the best one yet. The deadline for entries has been extended due to high demand and will now close on Monday, September 18. The awards evening will celebrate excellence throughout the industry, with trophies in 20 categories up for grabs at the glittering ceremony taking place on the night of December 7. Organised by Script Media in partnership with Caring UK and headline sponsor Virgin Money, this celebration of success will culminate in a glittering ceremony – taking place at the Athena in Leicester – where host Emma Jesson will reveal the
winners. Awards include Regional Care Home of the Year, Care Employee of the Year and Activities Team of the Year. Other categories include Best Innovation in Care, Best Outdoor Environment and Care Employer of the Year. Previous winners have reported an increase in profile and positive media coverage. Event director Dominic Musgrave said: “Once again we were overwhelmed with the standard of entries we have received so far from homes up and down the country. “If you’ve not entered your care business yet then I would urge you to do so sooner rather than later.” To enter visit www.caringuk awards. co.uk/nominations
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