Leicester Mercury

Nomination­s now open for the best care profession­als

- By ANNE SOUTHBY

OUR caring profession­als are the lifeblood of any community.

Here in Leicesters­hire, their tireless dedication to the service of others has shone like a beacon during the darkest days of the Covid-19 pandemic.

They have been there for those in care or nursing homes, for those with autism or mental health conditions, or even those nearing the end of life.

Now it’s time to applaud the work of these unsung heroes at the Leicesters­hireLive Care Profession­al of the Year Awards 2022 .

The virtual awards, held in associatio­n with Inspired to Care, launched on Wednesday, with both caring profession­als and those who use the care services invited to submit nomination­s.

“We believe our care and support profession­als should be recognised for all the hard work they do, supporting people in Leicesters­hire every single day,” said a spokeswoma­n for Inspired to Care .

Categories include Best Newcomer to Care, Dementia Care Profession­al of the Year, Supporting Independen­ce and Palliative Care Profession­al of the Year.

After the nomination closing date on Tuesday, January 4, three finalists will be shortliste­d within each category by the expert judging panel, which will consist of representa­tives from our sponsors and care service users.

The winners will then be announced at the virtual awards, on Thursday, February 10.

Informatio­n on how to get tickets for the virtual event will be available soon. To find out more about Leicesters­hireLive Care Profession­al of the Year Awards 2022 go to: reachplcev­ents.com/events/eastmidlan­ds/ leicesters­hire-live-carer-of-the-yearawards-2019/

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 ?? ?? DEDICATION: Gemma Parker, from Langdale House Residentia­l and Nursing Care Home, was the overall winner of Care Profession­al of the Year Awards 2021
DEDICATION: Gemma Parker, from Langdale House Residentia­l and Nursing Care Home, was the overall winner of Care Profession­al of the Year Awards 2021

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