Nominate carers and friends for awards

PEOPLE across Staffordshire are being invited to nominate carers, work colleagues, friends and family members for a special award.

The 2021 Staffordshire Dignity in Care Awards, now in their seventh year, recognise organisations and individuals who care for the most vulnerable among us, with dignity and compassion.

The awards are open to anyone who works in the care sector as well as informal and young carers.

Among those encouraging people to make a nomination are Megan and Lucie Woodworth. The sisters were both recognised in the 2020 awards for their work providing informal care during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Megan said: “Being highly commended at last year’s awards was very special for myself and my little sister as we just do it to help others. I would encourage people to nominate as it’s not always about being rewarded, it’s about recognising someone’s efforts at such a hard time. ”

Councillor Johnny Mcmahon, cabinet member for health, care and wellbeing at Staffordshire County Council, said: “Our Dignity in Care Awards give us the chance to celebrate the best of the care sector here in Staffordshire and everyone who provides care.

“It’s an important event for the sector and everyone who works in it but last year’s and this year’s awards are even more special as we recognise those delivering care throughout the pandemic.”

Nominating can be done online at www.staffordshire.gov.uk/ dignityincare