THE team at a not-for-profit Sanctuary Care home in Worcester are beaming with pride after getting through to the finals of the Worcestershire Health and Social Care Awards.
Home manager Paul Eccles and his team and residents at Regent Residential Care Home in St John’s eagerly await September’s finals, where they will discover if they have won the Care Home Team Award. They have been nominated for their exceptional commitment to creating a vibrant, compassionate environment where residents don’t just live – they thrive.
Paul said: “I am so proud of our team at Regent – being named a finalist for this award is truly testament to their devotion to our residents, who they support to live enriched and fulfilled lives.”
The team, many of whom have worked at the home for over a decade, consistently go the extra mile to support the residents to have a very active role in how their home is run.
Residents help shape their experiences, from beach trips and dog shows to the Rocking Regent summer festival. The home is deeply connected to the community, welcoming nursery children, volunteers, and work experience students who often go on to enjoy permanent careers in care.
Mental wellbeing is a priority, with six trained mental health first aiders and a support group the home runs, to help family carers in the local community. A WhatsApp group and private Facebook page help families stay connected to loved ones through shared photos and updates.
When not on shift, staff regularly visit residents, simply because they love being there.