Going the Extra Mile One of the hallmarks of our staff team of over 1800 is their willingness to walk the extra mile with the people they support. A highlight of the CrossReach year is the annual Service of Celebration when we take time to celebrate our staff, their achievements, long service and present special awards. 2015 was no exception.
Balmedie House
122 people achieved new qualifications including SVQs, Personal Development Awards, HNC in social care and BSc in IT 28 staff were recognised for achieving 20 years’ service, 5 for achieving 30 years’ service and 1 for 40 years’ service.
The Elms
In addition the following awards were presented: • Ian Manson Adult Learner of the year - Ashley Reid, The Elms • Ian Manson Award for Excellence - Carol Brackenridge, Employee Development Officer for Adult Care • Volunteer of the year Vera Lumsden, CrossReach Counselling Moray • Employee of the year - Margaret Cassidy, South Beach Our work was also recognised by Scottish Care, which represents the largest group of independent Health and Social Care providers across Scotland. At the Social Care Awards, CrossReach’s Balmedie House (Aberdeenshire) was named Care Home of the Year and The Elms (Edinburgh) was a finalist in the Dementia and Specialist Care category. 19
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