Incredible Plymouth care worker recognised for exceptional efforts

A Plymouth care worker has been recognised in national care awards. Nadyne Roberts triumphed at the South West regional final of the Great British Care Awards 2024, which recognises excellence across the care sector.

Nadyne, representing Anchor’s Selkirk House care home in Plymouth, was given the Care Newcomer Award at the regional final held in Bristol on Thursday, November 14. The Great British Care Awards honour individuals who have gone the extra mile to help improve the lives of residents within their care.

Judges praised Nadyne, Care Assistant at Anchor, for how she prioritised the people in her care last Christmas. Nadyne ensured all the people she supports were able to communicate with their love once, utilising technology when needed.

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For example, one person had a virtual Christmas dinner with their family who lived in Canada. Following her win, Nadyne will advance on to the national final at the ICC in Birmingham, which takes place on March 14, 2025.

District Manager Brenda Roach said: “This is a wonderful achievement by Nadyne who fully deserves this recognition of her passion and ability. Nadyne is an asset to Selkirk House. She’s an incredible part of our team and is a joy to work with.”

Nadyne was delighted to win at the regional final, saying: “It’s amazing! I was so happy just to be nominated but I honestly can’t believe I’ve won!

"I love doing what I do and it’s wonderful to be recognised by the judges in the Care Newcomer Award category. I'm just so grateful to everyone who nominated and supported me in getting to this stage. I hope I do the South West proud at the upcoming national finals!”