2023 Awards

The winners of this year’s Brightwater Spirit Awards were announced on 28 March. These awards recognise staff members who embody the spirit of Brightwater and make a positive difference in the lives of our clients every day.

We are proud to have such dedicated and compassionate staff who go above and beyond to make our clients feel cared for and supported. We would like to extend our warmest congratulations to the winners.

Authentic Award

Sushma Chhetri Sahani

Multi-Skilled Care Worker, South Lake

Sushma was the winner of the Quarter 2 Authentic award. Sushma was recognised by a nurse from South Lake for her authentic and enthusiastic attitude to her work.

In her time working with Brightwater, Sushma has shown that she is an authentic, enthusiastic teammate. She treats everyone with dignity and respect. She works hard, safely and is always willing to help others. Well done, Sushma!

Caring Award

Wendy Foote

Community Integration Coordinator, Oats Street

Wendy was the winner of the Quarter 3 Caring award. Wendy was recognised for going above and beyond to ensure a safe and smooth discharge for clients moving from Oats Street into the community. She spends time ensuring clients are set up and comfortable, staying in touch long after the discharge process. Wendy demonstrated what it means to be caring. Thank you, Wendy!

Progressive Award

Loveleen Kaur

Multi-Skilled Care Worker, South Lake

Loveleen was the winner of the Quarter 4 Progressive award. Loveleen demonstrates a progressive spirit by arranging fun activities for residents to enjoy on weekends. From ball games to art, a nail salon to bingo, she provides residents an opportunity to participate and achieve success. Loveleen brightens up residents’ days and is a credit to Brightwater. Well done!

Courageous Award

Lyndsay Copeland

Multi-Skilled Care Worker, The Cove

Lyndsay was the winner of the Quarter 4 Courageous award. Lyndsay was nominated by one of the nurses at The Cove for embodying the Spirit of Courage.

Lyndsay’s nomination shared how she showed great care by sitting with a resident while she waited for the RN to arrive. Lyndsay addressed the resident’s spiritual needs by singing hymns with him and put aside her own needs to ensure the best possible care. Thank you for embodying the spirit of courage Lyndsay.

Mission Award

Andy Heathfield Capacity Building Program, Senior Support Coordinator

Andy was the winner of the Quarter 2 Mission Award. Andy was nominated by his Manager for a milestone outcome for the Capacity Building Team.

Andy was recognised for his sustained and ongoing effort in supporting a client in the pursuit of independence, which resulted in the client moving into a place of their own, after 28 years in care. Andy truly personifies the Brightwater Mission in action.

Thank you, Andy!