The Hennell Award for Innovation and Excellence in Dementia Care was launched in memory of the late Brian Hennell at the ADS 5th birthday celebration event on 14th May 2014. His wife June has acted as an ambassador for this award, which recognises people who have made a significant contribution to promoting person-centred care.
The award is to celebrate the achievements of an individual or team who have shown their ability to implement positive change for people living with dementia. It is open to anyone who has attended a course facilitated by the Association for Dementia Studies (ADS).
It was a great pleasure recently to make the award for 2022/23 to the Alive Meeting Centre team, who run Meeting Centres for people living with dementia and family and friends in and around the Bristol area. The judging panel had been especially impressed by the innovative and excellent standard of the work described in the application, and the high quality of evidence offered in support. Evidence was provided demonstrating how barriers were overcome using a range of means, including energised and imaginative leadership. There was a clear link between the learning gained via education provided by ADS and outcomes for people affected by dementia.
We were able to present the award at the recent UK Dementia Congress as shown in the photos below.
“On behalf of the Alive team, I am delighted that our Meeting Centres have been recognised by the University of Worcester. We encourage people to remain active following diagnosis. Thanks to our professional, skilled and passionate staff, our members have built strong relationships and supportive communities that helps them continue to live independently and enjoy life. We also have loads of fun!”
Louise Spencer, Project Manager, Alive Meeting Centres
The judging panel also highly commended the entry by Lynne Phair, Kara Gratton and Milford Care. The dedication of the team to providing excellent care and support shone through. Commitment to ongoing learning was also impressive.
The call for nominations for the 2023/24 is now open. If you have attended a course facilitated by ADS do please consider making an application. Details can be found on our website, and we are always happy to chat things through and answer any questions people might have.
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