Cumbria County Council has recognised agencies and members of the public who have gone the extra mile to help people who need support to live in a place of their own.
People and organisations who have helped young people leaving care and other vulnerable groups to take their first hesitant steps into a tenancy, are just some of those who received recognition at the 'Celebrating Independence Awards' which took place last Friday (11 January) at Carlisle Racecourse.
The day-long event, which was opened by Cumbria County Council Leader Tim Stoddard, also highlighted the work of organisations that support older people, homeless people and people with disabilities
The awards, which were organised by the county council’s Supporting People partnership, also included categories for users of the service who have gone on to help people in similar situations.
Winners on the day were:
Service users
Positive Impact Award
(Someone who has made an outstanding contribution to their community or local services).
Winners: Ann Wigmore and Jean West
Positive Contribution Award
(Someone who gives up their time to get involved in Supporting People issues and represent other service users).
Winners: Harry Price and Adam Slade
Positive Steps Award
(Someone who, through their support plan, has embarked upon their own personal development, such as training and development, attaining a qualification etc).
Winner: Yvette Longson
Organisations
Star Performer Award
(Organisations that can show good performance).
Winner: Turning Point
Consultation Award
(Organisations that can show innovation in the way they consult with customers).
Winner: Impact Housing Association
Equality & Diversity Award
(Organisations that share any examples of good practice in how they consult with, or provide services to minority groups).
Winner: Eden Rural Foyer
Support Worker/Carer Award
(A carer, friend, professional or family member who provides the support, friendship & advice).
Winners: Jenny Roberts and Melanie Poole
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Notes
View a list of entries and a programme with information on people and organisations who sponsored the awards by following the link below.
List of nominations and day programme for Supporting People Awards (11 January 2008)