Brendoncare Awards 2026

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Awards for care recognise and celebrate individuals, teams, and organisations for excellence and innovation in providing social care services.

The Ronald Gibson Award – Making a Difference

This award recognises a colleague who makes a difference every day by living our values. Whether by going the extra mile for the people they support, offering steady encouragement to their team, or showing everyday compassion in quiet, thoughtful ways, they consistently demonstrate the heart of who we are.

The Phoebe Bacon Award – Innovation in Action

This award recognises a colleague who brings fresh ideas to Brendoncare. Whether it’s introducing new ways of working, using resources differently, or shaping more person-centred experiences, their ideas make a real difference.

Community Award
This award celebrates an individual or team that has created meaningful connections within the community. Their work enhances social opportunities, fosters a sense of belonging, and positively impacts the lives of the people they support.

Fundraising Initiative of the Year Award
This award recognises a fantastic fundraising effort. Whether a team or individual, they have successfully raised vital funds for Brendoncare to support older people.

Carer of the Year Award
This award celebrates a carer who shows dedication, compassion, and reliability. They consistently provide high-quality support, demonstrating kindness and professionalism that positively impacts the lives of those they care for every day.

Dementia Support Award
This award recognises a colleague who provides compassionate, patient, and person-centred care or support to people living with dementia. They promote dignity and demonstrate understanding and respect.

Extra Care Award
This award honours a domiciliary care team member who delivers compassionate, reliable, and person-centred support in people’s homes. They build trust, respect individual choices and promote independence, making a positive difference in the daily lives of those they care for.

Volunteer of the Year Award
This award recognises a volunteer who gives their time and energy with kindness and commitment. Their enthusiasm, reliability, and positive spirit have made a meaningful difference to the people they support and the wider community, showing true dedication and heart.

Catering Experience Award
This award recognises an individual or team who consistently provide tasty, nutritious, and well-presented meals. They enhance mealtime enjoyment and promote wellbeing by meeting individual needs with care and attention. Their dedication creates a positive, welcoming dining experience for everyone they support.

Nurse of the Year Award
This award recognises a nurse who shows dedication, skill, and compassion. They deliver person-centred care with kindness and uphold high professional standards. As a role model and advocate, they make a meaningful difference every day through their expertise and caring approach.

Values Driven Leader Award

This award recognises a manager who leads with integrity, embodies our core values, and inspires others. They foster collaboration and empower others, setting an example as a role model for others across the organisation.

Support Hero Award

This award honours a support team or individual whose behind-the-scenes efforts drive success. Whether in administration, housekeeping or support roles they are essential to the high quality of the services we provide.