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Flintshire scheme recognised at national awards

Published: 13/11/2020

Flintshire County Council Social Services came highly commended in the Social Care Wales Accolades recently.

They were recognised for the project providing meaningful daytime activities for more than 250 people with learning disabilities. The project helps people learn new skills, develop independence, and make social connections and friendships. It also works with a supported living programme to help the people it supports, their parents and carers access fulfilling, safe and seamless respite services.

Flintshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Social Services, Councillor Christine Jones, said:

"There is further reason to celebrate, with North East Wales Carers Information Service (NEWCIS) winning an accolade for their work providing respite services to carers.

"It is a tremendous achievement to reach the finals of the Social Care Wales Accolades. It is always pleasing when the hard work and dedication of our officers and partners get recognised at a national level. Well done to all those people who have been involved in this project which is making a real difference to peoples’ lives. Congratulations to all those involved."

The Social Care Wales Accolades recognise excellence within social care in Wales. This year’s finalists were chosen by a panel of judges made up of our Board members, representatives from partner organisations, former winners and people with experience of using care and support.

Sue Evans, Chief Executive of Social Care Wales, said:

"We are delighted that the record number of entries has resulted in a strong group of finalists that showcase the amazing work being done in social care and early years in Wales."

The Accolades award ceremony can be viewed here, with the Flintshire projects featured at 34:09:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TM__2YgCD7U&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR1vOfHIzx1REn6WAiQLIyFl-zdHtaVueTMOPj0Q_2D1NMk1L7w6OcKjb8A