Nominations are now open for the 2026 Proud to Care awards in Cornwall and residents are being encouraged to nominate a care worker who provides excellent care and support.
This is the third year running that the awards will take place, following the two previous years that have successfully recognised and celebrated those providing care to adults in Cornwall.
The event will take place in September, at Tregenna Castle in St Ives. Nominees will be shortlisted in each category with those selected invited to attend the event with their colleagues.
Cornwall Council Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and Health Partnerships, Jim McKenna said:
“Each year, we are truly moved by the heartfelt nominations we receive from colleagues and managers, as well as those who receive care and their families. They remind us just how many unsung heroes are making a real difference every day.”
Watch the video showing last year’s winners
There are 11 different award categories this year. These are:
Newcomer of the year
Care/nursing home worker of the year
Community care worker of the year
Support worker of the year
Hidden treasure
Social care nurse of the year
Learning champion of the year
Registered manager of the year
Innovation in care
Care provider/team of the year
Darren Williams award for leading system change
Cllr McKenna continued:
“The nomination process is fairly straight-forward, we ask that you look carefully at the criteria for the award and make sure your nomination is clear on why the person or provider should be considered.”
You can submit your nomination and find out more information by looking at the Proud to Care Cornwall website:
Visit the Proud to Care Cornwall website
The awards are open to anyone directly employed and currently working within the independent adult social care sector in Cornwall.
Nominations close on Tuesday 30 June.