Aria Care proves its excellence with multiple award shortlistings

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Aria Care are celebrating after being shortlisted in a number of prestigious health and social care awards for the second year running.

Various team members, care homes and Aria Care itself have been named finalists in the LaingBuisson Awards, National Care Awards, the NACC (National Association of Care Catering) Awards and Caring UK Awards, helping to cement Aria as an industry leader despite it having launched less than two years ago.

Recognised for Rapid Expansion and Exceptional Care

Aria has been shortlisted due to its rapid expansion, strong financial performance and the exceptional person-centred care and hospitality it delivers to residents and families, as well as its commitment to employee recognition and engagement.

Team Dedication and National Recognition

Caroline Roberts, Chief Executive Officer at Aria Care, said: “Receiving multiple award nominations across prestigious competitions is a tremendous honour for Aria Care. It’s a testament to the unwavering dedication of our colleagues, who go above and beyond to deliver exceptional person-centred care every single day.

“Being shortlisted in these various categories validates our commitment to excellence and inspires us to continue raising the bar for care in the UK, setting a new standard for the industry.”

“This year, we have acquired 18 new homes, expanded our digital offerings and continue to offer the highest quality of hospitality. These accomplishments are a direct result of the hard work and dedication of our team, who consistently strive to provide the best possible care for our residents. We are incredibly grateful to our colleagues, residents and their families for their support and contributions to Aria’s success and are thrilled their efforts are being recognised at a national level.”

Aria has been shortlisted in the following awards:

LaingBuisson Awards

  • Care Home Group of the Year

National Care Awards

  • Care Home Group (Large) – Aria Care
  • Carer of the year – John Kinyua, Rectory House
  • Carer of the year – Karen McRae, Rectory House
  • Care Activities Co-ordinator of the Year – Raquel Pena Aristizabal, Thames View
  • Care Housekeeper of the Year – Magda Kuracinska, Coppice Lea
  • Care Chef of the Year – Katie Smith, Magna Care Centre
  • Care Home of the Year – Kingsclear
  • Deputy Manager of the Year – Lolita Shiwnarayan, Kingsclear

NACC National Awards

  • Catering Manager of the Year Award – Steve Harding, Executive Development and Dementia Catering Lead
  • Our Care Catering Hero Award – Katie Smith, Head Chef at Magna Care Centre
  • The Bev Puxley Award – Jonny Hollis, Head Chef at Riverside Place
  • The Bev Puxley Award – Roddy Mackinnon, Head Chef at Scoonie House

Caring UK Awards

  • Outstanding Achievement – Caroline Roberts, Chief Executive Officer
  • Activities team of the Year – Kirstyn Box & Ruud Oosterbaan, Walstead Place
  • Care Team of the Year – Belmont House
  • Commitment to Training and Development – Inspiring Leaders Programme
  • South Care Home of the Year – Kingsclear and Huntercombe Hall
  • Quality in Housekeeping – Magda Kuracinska, Coppice Lea

To find out more about Aria Care, visit www.ariacare.co.uk