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Gwen Walford Care Home Celebrates Win at the Hereford Times Health & Social Care Awards 2024


Posted: 08-10-2024

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Gwen Walford Nursing Home is thrilled to announce its success at the prestigious Hereford Times Health & Social Care Awards, where the home’s dedicated staff member, Gideon Kusi, won The Good Nurse Award. These awards celebrate the hard work, dedication, innovation, and exceptional care delivered across the health and social care sector, with a particular focus on the people who make a meaningful difference.

The Good Nurse Award is given to healthcare professionals who demonstrate an innovative, compassionate, and patient-centred approach to their work. Gideon Kusi has been recognised as a shining example of exceptional care, consistently showing dedication and commitment to the residents at Gwen Walford Nursing Home. His ability to place the wellbeing of residents at the heart of everything he does makes this win truly well-deserved.
 
Rebecca Protheroe, Home Manager at Gwen Walford Nursing Home, expressed her pride in Gideon's achievement, "We are overjoyed to see Gideon recognised for the exceptional care he delivers day in and day out. His passion for nursing and his unwavering commitment to our residents are truly inspiring. This award is a testament to the outstanding work he does, and we couldn’t be prouder of him."
 
The evening was a joyous occasion, filled with excitement and anticipation as Gwen Walford team members joined other finalists, including colleagues from Kington Court Nursing Home. Both homes are part of Rotherwood Healthcare, whose Chairman, Richard Claridge, was present to personally present the Domiciliary Awards and celebrate Gideon’s win alongside the team.
 
It was an evening of celebration for all involved, and Gwen Walford Nursing Home is proud to continue to uphold its exceptional commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centred care to the Hereford community.
 
Operated by Rotherwood Healthcare, Gwen Walford Nursing Home is renowned for providing award-winning Residential and Nursing, Care in Herefordshire. For more information, call 01432 272418 or visit Gwen Walford