Bluebird Care Leeds North have recently been announced as winners in two categories at this year’s Yorkshire & Humber Great British Care Awards.

The home care provider was presented with the Home Care Worker Award and Social Care Covid Heroes Team Award at the ceremony, which took place on 21 July at the Railway Museum in York.

Following an initial written nomination, finalists were interviewed by a judging panel made up of several health and social care experts before winners were eventually decided.

The Great British Care Awards are a series of regional events throughout the UK and are a celebration of excellence across the care sector. The awards pay tribute to those who have demonstrated outstanding excellence within their field of work.

The Home Care Worker Award, which recognises the significant role of consistently providing a high-quality standard of care for people living in their own homes, was achieved by Bluebird Care Leeds North Carer, Rukhsana Ali.

Despite the challenges presented by the pandemic, Rukhsana continued to go above and beyond for her customers this past year, often sacrificing her own personal time for the needs and happiness of those in her care.

Reflecting on her award success, Rukhsana Ali, said: “I absolutely love to care for our customers. All of them are so interesting and I have learnt a lot from them whilst I care for them. Work is my happy place and I feel this is my calling. Everyone is so kind and supportive in our team and everyone in the office helps me with anything I need. I feel honoured to receive this award and I will treasure it.” 

Bluebird Care Leeds North also attained collective success for the Social Care Covid Heroes Team Award. 

Celebrating teams that not only displayed creative, innovative and a flexible approach to care, but also selflessness, dedication, and a commitment to maintaining the safety and physical and emotional wellbeing of its team members and customers, the award success is testament to the fantastic work of the 37-person strong Bluebird Care Leeds North team.

Sheree Jenman, Director of Bluebird Care Leeds North, said: “We’re extremely proud of our team. To achieve these awards, in the face of a pandemic, is evidence of the great work we all do at Bluebird Care Leeds North. The fantastic individuals that make up our team ensure that we provide exceptional care to all our customers time and time again.”