Community carer Laura Cooper is celebrating winning The Dignity in Care Award at the Great North West Care Awards, with her passion, dedication and performance in her work with Belong at Home Warrington recognised as being the best in the region.
Speaking of the win, judges said: “Laura is a compassionate and enthusiastic support worker who consistently goes above and beyond for her customers. She creates personalised activities, listens attentively to their needs, and fosters a warm environment where everyone feels valued. Her positive attitude and unwavering dedication make a significant difference in the lives of those she cares for.”
Also attaining finalist placements, colleagues Sam Smith and Donna Reardon were nominated for the Palliative/End of Life Care, and the Home Care Coordinator awards, respectively. The colleagues work at Latchford dementia specialist Belong’s domiciliary care service, Belong at Home, supporting the care village’s tenants as well as those in the local catchment to live as independently as possible whilst enjoying later life.
Belong at Home Warrington area manager, Nicola Hewitt, said: “We are thrilled for Laura and her well-deserved win, and to have a further two nominations for the Great North West Care Awards is a massive achievement.
“Many of our team began their careers with us, starting out as support workers and then through training and mentorship, have progressed in seniority. We really are empowered with the autonomy to carry out our roles by putting people first and this enables us to provide the best possible care for our customers.”
The annual Great North West Care 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.
The news follows Belong’s recent win 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.
