TWO South Lakes care professionals have been announced as the finalists for the National Care Awards 2022.

Home Instead South Lakes carers Shaun Moore and Laura Holliday were shortlisted for the award off the backs of their impressive careers.

Shaun is nominated in the care professional category, while Laura is shortlisted as a newcomer.

The nominations acknowledge the fantastic care that they deliver and dedication to their roles.

Shaun’s achievement recognises his exemplary service to the community during challenging times, having joined Home Instead in September 2020 during the pandemic. 

He started his new venture following his decision to take a different path, having previously worked in retail. Shaun decided that he wanted a more rewarding career and the opportunity to give back to people in his community; he knew that Home Instead was right the right path to take.

Laura came from a very different career, previously working as a chef. Since starting at Home Instead, she has shown her passion for delivering exceptional care and making it possible for people to stay living at home when they require care.

Louise Yates, General and Registered Manager, said: “This award is testament to the caring nature of both Laura and Shaun, and their instinct to go above and beyond to care for our clients.

"Since joining Home Instead South Lakes 9 months ago, Laura has excelled herself, helping to teach a client to swim and walk again. The swimming lessons always put a huge smile on the client’s face.

“I’m delighted to see Shaun get recognised for the wonderful work he does. He is genuinely caring and compassionate and treats clients like his own family. 

“Shaun also finds the time to run Ronnie Gardiner Methods groups with his partner in the local area. RGM is a multi-sensory exercise therapy for people with conditions of the brain as well as for healthy ageing.

“We are very lucky to have Shaun working for us, his daily actions display his selflessness to go the extra mile for clients to ensure they always have Outstanding care”.

Home Instead South Lakes looks forward to the glitzy award ceremony on 26th November at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge in London

Home Instead South Lakes provides a range of care services, ranging from dementia and personal care to companionship and home help as a CQC-rated Outstanding Home Care company based in Kendal, Cumbria.

For more information, call Home Instead South Lakes on 01539 267220 or visit https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/south-lakes/.