Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Explain what positive effect the individual has had on the residents and staff within their workplace since being in their role (up to 250 words)
– Provide examples of how the individual has provided high quality support to the residents, including any relevant information about activities, going beyond standard duties, dedication and commitment to understanding what is important to residents and families (up to 250 words)
– 30 word biography of nominee

Supporting Evidence
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, relatives or residents
– Provide details of training, qualifications or accreditations the individual has received (if applicable)

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Explain what positive effect the individual has had on the residents and staff within their workplace since being in their role (up to 250 words)
– Provide examples of how the individual has provided outstanding dedication to, and advocacy for, the people they support (up to 250 words)
– 30 word biography of nominee

Supporting Evidence
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, relatives or residents
– Provide details of training, qualification or accreditations the individual has received

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Provide examples of where the individual has demonstrated (up to 500 words)
– leadership skills and the ability to support, develop and motivate staff
– confidence working with relatives and residents
– creating a caring, stimulating and person-centred environment that is home-like and with good connections to the local community
– Explain what positive effect the individual has had on their residents, staff and local community within the home since being in their role (up to 250 words)
– 30 word biography of nominee

Supporting evidence
– Include a summary of the most recent inspection report rating for the home the individual manages
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives
– Provide details of training, qualification or accreditations the individual has received

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Provide examples of where the individual has demonstrated (up to 250 words)
– leadership skills and the ability to support, develop and motivate staff
– confidence working with relatives and promoting positive inclusive relationships with residents
– the ability to create a responsive, caring and stimulating environment that is home-like and with good connections to the community
– Explain what positive effect the individual has had on the service and staff since being in their role (up to 250 words)
– 30 word biography of nominee

Supporting evidence
– Include a summary of the most recent inspection report rating for the home the individual manages
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives
– Provide details of training, qualification or accreditations the individual has received

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Provide examples of where the individual has promoted the highest standards of quality care and service (up to 250 words)
– Explain what positive effect the individual has had on the residents and staff within the setting since being in their role (up to 250 words)
– 30 word biography of the nominee

Supporting evidence
– Include a recent summary of the most recent inspection reports for all settings the individual is responsible for (e.g. 5 Outstanding, 4 Good)
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives
– Provide details of training, qualification or accreditations the individual has received

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Give a full description of the activities or lifestyle opportunities the individual has implemented, developed or maintained since being in their role (up to 500 words)
– Explain how the individual works in a person-centred way, including how they inspire and encourage participation, motivation and understanding in residents (up to 250 words)
– 30 word biography of nominee

Supporting Evidence
– Include a summary of the most recent inspection report rating for the home or service
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, residents/attendees and relatives
– Provide details of training, qualification or accreditations the individual has received (if applicable)

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Explain how the individual demonstrates a high level of dedication and innovation alongside a person-centred approach to provide the highest quality of service and environment for residents and staff (up to 250 words)
– Provide examples showing where the individual has been a proactive and helpful member of the team, contributing ideas and making the home an enjoyable place to be (up to 250 words)
– 30 word biography of nominee

Supporting evidence
– Include a summary of the most recent inspection report rating for the home or homes the individual is responsible for
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives
– Provide details of training, qualification or accreditations the individual has received (if applicable)

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Outline the reasons why the nominee shows exceptional ability in providing well-balanced, nutritious and delicious food that takes into account individual needs of the residents (up to 500 words)
– 30 biography of the nominee

Supporting Evidence
– Provide a copy of a monthly menu served within the last 3 months
– Provide a copy of the three-course menu (taken from the monthly menu) that the nominee will cook for the ‘Virtual Cook Off’ if chosen to be a finalist. A video recording will be required before the judging day
– Provide the cost per resident of the ‘Cook Off’ menu

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Give a full description of the nominee’s role and responsibilities (up to 250 words)
– Explain what positive effect the individual has had on the residents and staff within their workplace since being in their role (up to 250 words)
– 30 word biography of the nominee

Supporting Evidence
– Provide 1- 5 testimonials from residents, relatives of residents and colleagues
– Provide details of training, qualification or accreditations the individual has received

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Give a full description of the care home including how residents and staff live and work together successfully and how the care home is homelike for the residents (up to 250 words)
– Give a brief description of the sort of activities the residents take part in and how they are designed to promote well-being and social interaction (up to 250 words)
– Describe how the care home provides exceptional care and support to people enabling them to live fulfilled and meaningful lives with a focus on maintaining skills and independence and contact with the local community (up to 250 words)
– 30 word profile of care home

Supporting evidence
– Include a summary of the most recent inspection report rating
– Supply 1-5 photographs
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives
– Provide details of any recognition or accreditation from any recognised bodies (if applicable)

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Give a full description of how the care home provides an environment for residents where they are treated with dignity and respect (up to 500 words)
– Explain how you support the people who live in your home to make choices about the way they live and the support they receive (for example: independence, lifestyle opportunities, cultural and religious beliefs, privacy, eating and nutritional care, pain management, personal hygiene) (up to 250 words)
– 30 word profile of the home being nominated

Supporting evidence
– Include a summary of the most recent inspection report rating
– Supply 1-5 photographs
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives
– Provide details of any recognition or accreditation from any recognised bodies (if applicable)

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Please explain why this person is so important, and why they are a worthy winner of this award (up to 500 words)
– 30 word biography of nominee

Supporting Evidence
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, relatives or residents

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Show examples of where the individual has demonstrated (up to 250 words)
– leadership skills and the ability to support, develop and motivate staff
– confidence working with relatives and promoting positive inclusive relationships
– promoting well-being by monitoring the re-evaluation of care needs in partnership with the resident, their key-workers and relatives
– Explain what positive effect the individual has had on people using their service and staff members (up to 250 words)
– 30 word biography of nominee

Supporting evidence
– Include a summary of the most recent inspection report rating for the service for which the individual is a care leader
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives
– Provide details of training, qualification or accreditations the individual has received

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Explain why this team is a worthy winner of the award, including the development of any innovative projects to improve the quality of life for the residents or users of the service (up to 250 words)
– Explain how the team has the skills, knowledge and enthusiasm to empower and enable residents to either regain or maintain a level of independence and meaningful lives (up to 250 words)
– 30 word profile of the team

Supporting evidence
– Include a summary of the most recent inspection report rating from the home/service where the team is based
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from management, residents and relatives

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Give a full description of the care home group including the settings, residents and members of staff (up to 250 words)
– Describe how the care home group provides exceptional care and support to residents enabling them to live fulfilled and meaningful lives with a focus on maintaining skills and independence (up to 250 words)
– Describe the corporate identity, values and focus, the group’s strengths/USP, training systems and approaches as well as the group’s success in delivering high quality care and plans for the future (up to 250 words)
– Summarise the group’s financial performance over the last five years (up to 100 words)

Supporting evidence
– Include a recent summary of the most recent inspection reports for all settings (e.g. 5 Outstanding, 4 Good)
– Supply 1-5 photographs showing some of the Groups settings
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives
– Provide details of any recognition or accreditation from any recognised bodies (if applicable)

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Give a full description of the care home group including the settings, residents and members of staff (up to 250 words)
– Describe how the care home group provides exceptional care and support to residents enabling them to live fulfilled and meaningful lives with a focus on maintaining skills and independence (up to 250 words)
– Describe the corporate identity, values and focus, the group’s strengths/USP, training systems and approaches as well as the group’s success in delivering high quality care and plans for the future (up to 250 words)
– Summarise the group’s financial performance over the last five years (up to 100 words)

Supporting evidence
– Include a recent summary of the most recent inspection reports for all settings (e.g. 5 Outstanding, 4 Good)
– Supply 1-5 photographs showing some of the Groups settings
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives
– Provide details of any recognition or accreditation from any recognised bodies (if applicable)

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Give a full description of the care home group including the settings, residents and members of staff (up to 250 words)
– Describe how the care home group provides exceptional care and support to residents enabling them to live fulfilled and meaningful lives with a focus on maintaining skills and independence (up to 250 words)
– Describe the corporate identity, values and focus, the group’s strengths/USP, training systems and approaches as well as the group’s success in delivering high quality care and plans for the future (up to 250 words)
– Summarise the group’s financial performance over the last five years (up to 100 words)

Supporting evidence
– Include a recent summary of the most recent inspection reports for all settings (e.g. 5 Outstanding, 4 Good)
– Supply 1-5 photographs showing some of the Groups settings
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives
– Provide details of any recognition or accreditation from any recognised bodies (if applicable)

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Describe and provide evidence of how the individual’s dedication and commitment throughout their care career has impacted the people they have supported (up to 500 words)
– Evidence how the individual has influenced or inspired those they have worked with (up to 250 words)
– 30 word biography of nominee

Supporting Evidence
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from residents, relatives of residents and colleagues
– Provide details of training, qualification or accreditations the individual has received

An independent panel will select 5 finalists who they feel have made a big contribution to the care home sector within the past 12 months. The people chosen will be contacted before the awards ceremony and notified of the finalist position. This award does not require an entry from individuals, however if you would like to nominate someone for the panel to consider please do so along with 500 words to support your nomination.

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Provide examples of where the individual has demonstrated (up to 500 words)
– leadership skills and the ability to support, develop and motivate staff
– confidence working with relatives and residents
– creating a caring, stimulating and person-centred environment that is home-like and with good connections to the local community
– Explain what positive effect the individual has had on their residents, staff and local community within the home since being in their role (up to 250 words)
– 30 word biography of nominee

Supporting evidence
– Include a summary of the most recent inspection report rating for the home the individual manages
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives
– Provide details of training, qualification or accreditations the individual has received

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
Provide the following (up to 500 words)
– Examples of training courses/qualifications provided
– Innovative online and in-person training modules provided
– Case studies of staff who have achieved qualifications

Supporting evidence
– Provide details of training, qualification or accreditations the individuals have received

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Provide an overview of the product and/or support services (up to 1000 words):
– Details of functionality
– Innovation/uniqueness
– Impacts and benefits on businesses/staff/residents
– Show clear evidence of the positive impact this initiative has had on the business and residents/families (up to 250 words)

Supporting Evidence
– Provide 1 – 5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives or the regulator evidencing how the system/services have supported better care delivery
– Provide details of any recognition or accreditation from any recognised bodies (if applicable)

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Provide an overview of the system and support it provides (up to 1000 words):
– Details of functionality
– Innovation/uniqueness of the technology
– Impacts and benefits
– Show clear evidence of the positive impact this initiative has had on the business and residents/families (up to 250 words)

Supporting Evidence
– Provide 1 – 5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives or the regulator evidencing how the system has supported better care delivery
– Provide details of any recognition or accreditation from any recognised bodies (if applicable)

Please submit ALL of the following. Any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded.

Criteria
– Explain what positive effect the individual has had on their service users and workplace since being in their role (up to 250 words)
– Provide examples of how the individual has provided high quality support to service users, including any relevant information about activities, going beyond standard duties, dedication and commitment to understanding what is important to service users and relatives (up to 250 words)
– 30 word biography of nominee

Supporting Evidence
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, relatives or service users
– Provide details of training, qualifications or accreditations the individual has received (if applicable)

Please submit ALL the following (any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded)

Criteria
– Give a full description of the domiciliary care service including how staff provide companionship, home help and housekeeping needs of service users (up to 250 words)
– Give a brief description of how your service meets the full range of care needs of service users, including personal care, night care, live-in care, day care and respite care (up to 250 words)
– Describe how you provide exceptional care and support to people enabling them to fully independent lives (up to 250 words)
– 30 word profile of company

Supporting evidence
– Include a summary of the most recent inspection report rating
– Supply 1-5 photographs
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, service users and relatives
– Provide details of any recognition or accreditation from any recognised bodies (if applicable)

Please submit ALL the following (any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded)

Criteria
– Explain what positive effect the individual has had on the residents and staff within their workplace since being in their role (up to 250 words)
– Provide examples of how the individual has provided high quality support to the residents, including any relevant information about activities, going beyond standard duties, dedication and commitment to understanding what is important to residents and families (up to 250 words)
– 30 word biography of nominee

Supporting Evidence
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, relatives or residents
– Provide details of training, qualifications or accreditations the individual has received (if applicable)

Please submit ALL the following (any entries which do not submit the requirements will be disregarded)

Criteria
– Give a full description of the specialist care home including how residents and staff live and work together successfully and how it is homelike for the residents (up to 250 words)
– Give a brief description of the home supports the specialist care needs of residents
(up to 250 words)
– Describe how the specialist care home provides exceptional care and support to people enabling them to live fulfilled and meaningful lives with a focus on maintaining skills and independence (up to 250 words)
– 30 word profile of specialist care home

Supporting evidence
– Include a summary of the most recent inspection report rating
– Supply 1-5 photographs
– Provide 1-5 testimonials from staff, residents and relatives
– Provide details of any recognition or accreditation from any recognised bodies (if applicable)

Choice Dining is the first food accreditation for the care sector, giving care-seekers the ability to compare the dining experience of care settings. Caring Times has partnered with Autumna (the largest directory of UK care providers, which collects the Choice Dining data) to create a data driven dining experience award for the care sector.