Two care home workers from Glasgow have been recognised for their person-centred approach at the Scottish Care Awards 2024.

Rebecca Gray from Chester Park Care Home in Kinning Park and Shyvon Hurley from Oakview Manor Care Home in Pollokshields, both part of the Oakminster Healthcare Group, have been shortlisted for two categories at the awards ceremony on November 15.

Rebecca, a senior care assistant at Chester Park, has been nominated for the Care Worker of the Year award, which honours those who show exceptional care, compassion, and professionalism in the care home sector.

Shyvon Hurley (Image: BIG Partnership) Over the past year, she has worked to increase the knowledge and support available for staff around key topics, collaborating with external professionals to upgrade the skills of the team.

She said: "I’m honoured to be shortlisted for the Scottish Care Awards among so many other great leaders.

"I am extremely proud of what we are continuing to achieve at Chester Park and bringing home this award would mean the world to me and to our residents.”

Shyvon, a care support lead at Oakview Manor, has been nominated for the Nutrition and Eating Well award, recognising her role in maintaining the health of the residents and improving their physical and mental well-being.

Rebecca Gray (Image: BIG Partnership) She created a comprehensive dietary programme, driven by her passion for elderly nutrition, tailored to meet the unique needs of all residents.

She undertook this task while going through her own cancer journey.

She said: "Being shortlisted for this award is really flattering and highlights just how valuable the work we’re doing at Oakview is.

"I am passionate about providing personalised, quality care to our residents and ensuring we are fully equipped to provide a varied and accessible menu for all our residents is key to that."

Sunita Poddar, founder and chief executive officer of Oakminster Healthcare, said: "The incredible talent within Oakminster Healthcare Group continues to amaze me and I’m proud that we can showcase two of our very talented team members with the Scottish Care Awards.

"Both are excelling in their respective fields, providing tailored care that is rooted in rich and meaningful relationships with our residents."