Allison Porter with award

Allison Porter, Wellbeing Coordinator at HC-One’s Rose Court care home, in Radcliffe, Manchester, was delighted to win at the Dementia Care Awards held in Sheffield on September 26, 2024.

The awards ceremony took place at Cutler’s Hall in Sheffield on Thursday, September 26, 2024. The National Dementia Care Awards are an annual award ceremony celebrating the outstanding practice, commitment, and excellence of those who work within the dementia care community to deliver person-centred care for those living with dementia across ten different award categories.

Rose Court’s Wellbeing Coordinator, Allison Porter, and Home Manager, Leanne Batten-Smith, travelled to Sheffield, where the awards ceremony was held. Allison, who has an inclusive and imaginative approach at Rose Court, was thrilled to win the ‘Best Activity Provider/Lifestyle Lead’.

Allison was presented with the award by Hilary Woodhead, Executive Director of the National Activity Providers Association (NAPA). Allison supports in planning a variety of activities at the home and also plans weekly trips for residents out in the community.

Due to her commitment and passion, NAPA invited Allison to join their regular meetings to support care provisions. NAPA have also encouraged Allison to share her initiatives, as she has been recognised as a role model by external professionals too.

The National Dementia Care Awards chose Allison as the winner, and they stated:

“The winner was selected because of her beautiful person-centred support. She has an inclusive and imaginative approach, providing multicultural activities tailored to meet the individual needs of residents.

“She is a leader, innovator, and advocate, her voice within the care home is heard and respected. She encourages community involvement, inter-generational initiatives and positive engagement with families.

“The judges particularly commended her creative endeavours to reduce the use of anti-psychotic medications by introducing therapeutic interventions and sensory experiences.”

Leanne Batten-Smith, Home Manager at Rose Court, commented:

“I am extremely proud of Allison winning this award and glad her ongoing inspirational work, dedication and commitment has been recognised by this achievement. We a truly very lucky to have her, as part of the team at Rose Court.”

Allison Porter, Wellbeing Coordinator at Rose Court, commented:

“I would like to say a massive thank you to Leanne and my Rose Court family. Also, my wonderful husband, Mike who supports me very much.”