Winners of the Avery People Recognition Awards!

We are thrilled to announce the winners of the third quarter of our Avery People Recognition Awards!

Your enthusiasm and commitment to celebrating the outstanding contributions of your colleagues have truly shone through. Thank you for being part of this incredible initiative.

Each winner will receive a framed certificate, a £50 Love to Shop voucher, and a special pin badge. These awards will be presented by your Regional Director or a Senior Team member over the next few weeks.

We are delighted to recognise the following individuals and teams for their exceptional dedication, hard work, and impact.

Third Quarter Winners:

Administration & Front of House Champion of the Year:

• Lisa Hutchins, Admin at Knowle Gate Care Home
• Molly Dickinson, Administrator at Armana House Care Home
• David Windeatt, CLM at Camberley Woods Care Home

Carer of the Year:

• Zoe Loveridge, Senior Night Care Assistant at Acer House Care Home
• Mudiaga Achinike (Mudi), Carer at Butlers Mews Care Home
• Janice Tacbas, Carer at Eastbourne Gardens Care Home

Deputy of the Year:

• Aleema Begum, Deputy Manager at Knowle Gate Care Home
• Maria Marinou, Deputy Manager at Acacia Lodge Care Home

Hospitality Champion of the Year:

• Damian Smuniewski, Head Chef at Knowle Gate Care Home
• Phil Barker, Hospitality Services Manager at Camberley Heights Care Home

Supporting Excellence:

• Courtney Norton, CSM at Knowle Gate Care Home
• Emily Morley, Residential Care Manager at Southbourne Beach Care Home

Team of the Year:

• Whole Team at Knowle Gate Care Home
• Whole Team at Hempstalls Hall Care Home

Well-being & Activities Champion of the Year:

• Lucy Garner, Activities and Well-being Co-ordinator at Bourn View Care Home
• Kirsty Burleigh, Well-being Co-ordinator at Aire View Care Home
• Sarah Hunter, Activities Manager at Cliveden Manor Care Home

Culinary & Housekeeper Champion of the Year:

• Jackie Smith, Housekeeper at Milton Court Care Home
• Virginija Batstone, Barista at Grove Park Care Home
• Rochel Cooper, Housekeeper Team Leader at Elvy Court Care Home

Maintenance Person of the Year:

• Anthony Shippy, Maintenance at Dukes Court Care Home
• Marc Fitzpatrik, Maintenance at Butlers Mews Care Home

Manager of the Year:

• Rebecca Graham, Home Manager at Ashurst Mews Care Home
• Gemma Boot, Home Manager at Hanford Court Care Home
• Erika Smith, Home Manager at Pemberley House Care Home

Home of the Year:

• Darwin Court Care Home
• Lady Jane Court Care Home
• Brentwood Arches Care Home

Nurse Champion of the Year:

• Gail Bullock, Nurse (RSM)
• Irina Moldoveanu, Clinical Lead at Pemberley House Care Home

Dementia Champion of the Year:

• Miranda Morley, Advanced Senior Carer at Priory Court Care Home

Rising Star Award:

• Tracey Martin, Senior Carer at Clare Court Care Home
• Sarah Aubrey, Deputy Manager at Hempstalls Hall Care Home

Volunteer of the Year:

• David Myott, Volunteer at Derby Heights Care Home

Avery Ambassador of the Year:

• Natalie Maxwell, Home Manager at Waterhouse Manor Care Home
• This quarter, we also honour Duminda Luvisdura, who worked in Maintenance at Brentwood Arches Care Home and Purley Gardens Care Home for four years. Sadly, Duminda passed this year, taken too soon at the age of 46. He was known for his hard work, dedication, and willingness to go the extra mile. This award recognises his valuable contributions, and he will be greatly missed.

Bright Ideas Award – Claire Bailey, Dept Support Advisor at GSC

We are excited to announce that Claire Bailey has won the Bright Ideas Award for her innovative solution to handling Power of Attorney (POA) documentation. Traditionally, families are required to provide physical copies of the 14-page POA, which they are often hesitant to part with due to its importance. Claire’s idea leverages a government system that allows the POA to be accessed digitally, eliminating the need for physical copies. Through this system, families can register their POA on a government website and generate a secure code via an app on their phone. This code allows GSC to access the POA online, ensuring a faster, more secure process and reducing the risk of lost documents.

Nominate today!

Nominations for this quarter are now open and will close on 31st December. We encourage all staff, residents, and relatives to take part in recognising the exceptional efforts of those around you.

To submit a nomination, please email averyawards@averyhealthcare.co.uk with the following details:

• Your name and contact details
• Nominee’s name and job title
• The name of the home where the nominee works
• Supporting information on why the nominee deserves to win, including testimonials and photographs, if applicable

Let’s continue to honour the stars who make Avery Healthcare a wonderful place to work and live. Your participation makes a significant difference in our community.

Thank you for your ongoing support in recognising excellence!