Southern Cross Care Awards 2007

The National Final of the Southern Cross Care Awards 2007 took place on the 20th March 2008 at a Gala Dinner in Blackpool.

The awards were open to all employees of Southern Cross Healthcare, Ashbourne Senior Living and Active Care Partnerships. The aim of these awards is to recognise excellence in our teams across the UK and to celebrate the outstanding contribution made by individuals working in our care centres.

Nominations were received from a variety of sources for Regional Finalists, from which the Regional Winners were chosen in a variety of categories. A Divisional Champion was selected from each group of Regional Winners and presented for the Southern Cross Healthcare Group Grand Prix Award at the Gala Dinner, with the winner being awarded a prize worth £1500 and a further £600 for their care centre.

The selection process at each stage was a difficult and challenging one due to the extremely high standard of all the nominees. We would like to congratulate everyone for taking part, it is a great achievement to be part of these awards and to receive recognition for your continued commitment. Well done!

WINNER OF THE SOUTHERN CROSS HEALTHCARE GROUP GRAND PRIX AWARD 2007

Terry Lilico of Coniscliffe Care Centre

Terry was chosen as Divisional Champion as he is the North East's Mr. Fix-It, Mr. Go Anywhere and Mr. Reliable. As well as maintaining excellent occupancy and standards in his home, he is always willing to assist colleagues, including assisting Operations Managers with audits and mentoring new managers and he also provides YTT training throughout the region.

WINNER OF THE GRAND PRIX AWARD 2007 - Terry Lilico

Terry isn’t one for blowing his own trumpet but he is clearly delighted with the award. And his friends, family and colleagues are not going to let this win go unnoticed.

It has been one long party since Blackpool with not one but two parties organised to celebrate his success. Terry has been amazed at the number of cards and congratulations that have been pouring in.

We caught up with him at work. Doing exactly what got him the award in the first place - helping out at another care centre. This is what he told us about the Care Awards,

"My wife couldn’t believe how professional the event was – I kept telling her that’s always the way with Southern Cross. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We couldn’t have had a better night and it was fantastic to celebrate with all of my colleagues."

We’d like to take this opportunity to congratulate Terry on behalf of everyone at Southern Cross. He really is an example to us all.

RUNNER-UP

RUNNER-UP - Mimie Carey of Laurel Court Care Centre

Mimie was chosen as Divisional Champion for demonstrating a high level of commitment to her role within the home and her dedication to ensuring continually high standards with regard to housekeeping services. She always goes the extra mile, often going beyond the call of duty.

RUNNER-UP - Mimie Carey

Mimie was equally delighted with her award. She spent most of the evening with a big smile on her face.

"I had a lovely, lovely time. I will remember each and every second of it for ever. It is the best time I have had since coming to England from France. It is really nice to be recognised for what you do."

Mimie also congratulated Terry on his success "he really did deserve the award."

Mimie’s family are also proud of her. Her dad back in France is telling everyone about his daughter’s success. And a little bird tells me that Laurel Court is planning on having a big party to celebrate as well.

The award was definitely the highlight of the evening, but Mimie was also quick to point out another of her cherished memories.

Was it the recognition? The applause? The certificate? No.

It was a kiss from Bill Colvin. I’d watch out Mrs C you may have competition!

Divisional Champions

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For Active Care Partnerships - Lisa Lovatt of Tarry Hill Care Centre

Lisa was Home Manager at Tarry Hill for 5 years. Lisa led and managed a major development at her home supporting both service users and staff through a complex building refurbishment.

Divisional Champion for Active Care Partnerships - Lisa Lovatt

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For the Midlands - Hayley Sandison of Clarendon Hall Care Centre

Hayley is the Activities Co-ordinator at Clarendon Hall and has a bubbly, cheerful personality which enables her to involve all services users in the home.

Divisional Champion for the Midlands - Hayley Sandison

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For East of England and Wales - Nuala Reilly of Quarry Hall Care Centre

Nuala has been at Quarry Hall since May 2004 and is a Registered Mental Health Nurse with a passion for caring for elderly people with dementia.

Divisional Champion for East of England and Wales - Nuala Reilly

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For North West England - Jacky Cross of County Homes Care Centre

As Activities Co-ordinator, Jacky organises all activities and outings and helps with refurbishments as well as assisting with the induction of other Activities Co-ordinators in the area.

Divisional Champion for North West England - Jacky Cross

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For Scotland - Harry Carson of Murrayfield House Care Centre

Harry has been with the company since 1992 and was promoted to Catering Manager in 1996 and has been heavily involved with the implementation of the NUTMEG system. In his spare time he enjoys playing golf and watching and playing football.

Divisional Champion for Scotland - Harry Carson

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Regional Winners

Excellence in Hotel Services Joyce Handley Tudor Grange Michael Austin Churchfields Paul Lamb Hallgarth Yvonne John Whitegables Mary Durkin Callands Harry Carson Murrayfield House Mimie Carey Laurel Court	Carers Commitment and Achievement Margaret Brownhill Clumber Court Anna Mumford Barberry Janet Ravenshear Lothian House Kathy Parry-Jones Swn-y-Mor Tracie Hodgson Gledhow Julie Bell Clarence Court Margaret Duggan Griffin (formerly Rookwood)
Customer Care Roger Blastock Gateford Hill Bally Sahonta Bellevue Gloria Keegan Elizabeth Fleming Nuala Reilly Quarry Hall Alan Beaumont Astley Grange (Huddersfield) Guadiosa Bago Cairnie Lodge John Lawrence The Fountains	Excellence in Activities Hayley Sandison Clarendon Hall Balbir Kaur Millwater Marjorie Towell Appleby Noreen Fadian Merlin Court Jacky Cross County Homes Henry Carlisle The Glebe Elaine Dillon Laurel Court
Professional Practice Pamela Rowe Cedar Grange Temitope Mokuolu Alton Centre Adele Cook Riverview Wilson Thabang Ncheke Swn-y-Mor Raye Sutcliffe Beechcroft Chima Banda Persley Castle Dorothy Kelly Vicarage Farm	Manager of the Year Izzie Hamza Bankwood Mandy Jones Millwater Terry Lilico Coniscliffe Helen Randall Quarry Hall Rachael Litler Laburnham Court Linda Baillie Home Farm Lizette Krause Copper Beeches (Liss)
Marketing Initiative Maxine Murphy Rushall Lynn Bell Northview Ann Mielnik Durban House Andrea Fox Llys Coed Sue Ashcroft Operations Manager Angela Johnston Redmill Elaine Brown Laurel Court

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