First-ever carer of the year awards
Caremark Leeds and Caremark Bradford used nominations from customers and staff to choose the winners of our first-ever carer of the year awards.
In the morning session the guest of honour were Lord Mayor of Leeds, Councillor Dan Cohen. The guest of honour in the afternoon was the former Lord Mayor of Bradford, Councillor Mike Gibbons.
Over two sessions, just under 60 carers received award. These were as a result of nominations from the people they care for in both cities. Additionally, the management team also selected people they felt were deserving.
Singled out for her hard work and caring nature
The overall Care Assistant of the Year award went to Shifau Bello, who works in both Leeds and Bradford.
She was singled out by many of her customers for her hard work and caring nature.
One customer said: “Shifau is a lovely girl who is always reliable shows empathy and has a pleasant manner.”
Another said: “Shifau respects my view and independence. She always makes sure I have a smile on my face when she leaves.”
Mum-of-two Shifau, who joined Caremark in 2022, said: “I was honoured just to be nominated for the awards and I was not expecting to win. There are lots of great carers who have been with the company longer than I have. I have never been the kind of person who seeks recognition.
“But discovering I had received the most nominations really touched me and I am very proud and grateful to win this award.
“It showed me that my hard work and effort has not go unnoticed. That motivates me to do even more for my customers. I simply want to do my job well, make sure my customers are happy and put a smile on their faces.”
A huge thank you on behalf of the cities of Leeds and Bradford
Councillor Cohen said: “It’s clear that the carers are doing amazing work ensuring residents can live independently at home and with dignity.
“On behalf of the city of Leeds I would like to say a huge thank you for everything they do. It is an honour to present the awards.”
Councillor Mike Gibbons said: “It’s a very necessary part of life these days that people need care. It’s clear that Caremark are a superb organisation. On behalf of everyone in Bradford, thank you for your hard work and dedication.”
We are proud of our team
Farina Tayub, Caremark Leeds and Bradford Managing Director, said: “We were delighted to be able to stage our first-ever carer of the year awards. In addition, it was wonderful to recognise so many of our amazing carers.
“We are proud of everyone who was nominated. Moreover, we are proud of everyone else who works for Caremark Leeds and Caremark Bradford who go above and beyond each and every day to ensure people in our communities can remain in their own homes.”
Caremark Leeds and Bradford were established in 2008. The company was one of the first 15 franchises established under the Caremark brand. Now, the brand has 140 companies providing care across the UK and Ireland.
Caremark Leeds and Bradford has 150 staff. It provides around 3,000 hours of care each week to people in both cities and surrounding communities.
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