Stockport recognises health and care heroes

Stockport has recognised the contributions made to the health and care of others in the borough during the pandemic at the inaugural Stockport Health and Care Awards.

Health and care teams, as well as individual efforts, were presented with awards in recognition of their work at a restricted capacity event at Stockport Town Hall on 23rd November. Attendees heard about the tremendous work of shortlisted and nominated candidates during the coronavirus pandemic.

The awards received over 300 nominations across 10 categories, which included:

• Collaborative Award for teams that have worked together to produce great results.
• Community Award for those who have played a key role in supporting their communities.
• Inclusion Award to recognise people who have worked hard to include otherwise under-represented communities.
• Innovation Award for those who have challenged the ‘way we do things’ and brought fresh ideas to the way they work.
• Key Worker Award for those working in an essential role during the lock-downs of March 2020 and beyond.
• Leadership Award for leaders at any level
• Learner Award for students or trainees completing studies during the pandemic.
• Rising Stars Award for those under 21 who have made a significant contribution during the pandemic.
• Volunteer Award for those working as part of a voluntary organisation.
• Wellbeing Award for those who have championed physical and mental wellbeing.

Dr Cath Munro, Chair of Stockport Clinical Commissioning Group, said:

“It’s wonderful to be able to publicly acknowledge how hard people have worked under such difficult circumstances. Many of those who live or work in Stockport should be proud of their contribution to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. I am delighted that some of these dedicated teams and individuals are being recognised.”

Karen James OBE, Chief Executive for Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, said:

“These awards have been a great celebration. It has been very touching to see people in Stockport show their appreciation for those working in local health and care by nominating them for these awards. The last two years have been an immense challenge for us all, and I know those working in our services will be honoured to be recognised for their efforts in this way.”

Cllr Jude Wells, Cabinet Member for Adult Care and Health at Stockport Council, commented:

“Congratulations to all the winners and nominees at this year’s Health and Care Awards. It’s been an extremely challenging year and I’d like to thank everyone in the health and care industry for working so tirelessly to make our communities feel safe and supported. To be nominated is a fantastic achievement and we were proud to have received so many nominations, demonstrating the impact our health and care staff have had on the people of Stockport.”