Fabulous five shortlisted for National Care Awards!

Sanctuary Care is celebrating after five fabulous staff from England and Scotland were shortlisted for the prestigious National Care Awards 2025.    

The finalists are:   

- Joe Carroll, a Maintenance Operative at Briarscroft Residential Care Home in Shard End, Birmingham – Sara Berrio Care Champion Award  

Joe is Briarscroft’s quiet hero – an incredible mentor to his young apprentice, he also built a cattery for a resident’s pet so it could safely venture outside and runs gardening sessions with residents.  

- Rahela Calin, an Activities Coordinator at Westwood House Care Home in East Kilbride, Scotland – Care Newcomer of the Year   

Rahela’s infectious enthusiasm and creativity enriches her residents’ lives – from joyful group events like her wild west rodeo, to meaningful personal experiences, like supporting residents to volunteer in the community, this is just the beginning for this rising star.     

- Joanne Sheppard, Home Manager at Redhill Court Residential Care home in Kings Norton, Birmingham, Care Leadership of the Year   

Joanne’s visionary leadership and compassion have created an exceptional team at Redhill Court. Joanne has created a culture where co-production is a way of life – residents are empowered to shape decisions on how the home is run and use lifelong skills in meaningful ways.    

- Debbie Roberts, Domestic Supervisor at Briarscroft Residential Care Home in Shard End, Birmingham – Care Housekeeper of the Year   

Nominated not just for her meticulous standards and immaculate cleanliness, but for always going the extra mile, whether baking birthday cakes and engaging residents in meaningful experiences, to coming into the home when not on shift to take residents on outings.   

- Ellie Meredith, Team Leader at The Beeches Residential Care Home in Northfield, Birmingham, Carer of the Year  

Nominated for her deep empathy and intuition, as well as her creativity, which she uses to help her connect with and support residents in meaningful, personalised ways. Ellie’s devotion unwavering, from staying overnight to support a resident in hospital, to bringing in her young nieces to visit residents.   

We wish all our finalists the best of luck for the awards night, taking place on 7 November in London, where the winners will be announced!