Parklands Care Homes senior leaders shortlisted for Great British care award
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TWO senior leaders from Parklands Care Homes have been shortlisted for a Great British care award.
Managing director Ron Taylor is in line for the Outstanding Contribution to Social Care Award in recognition of his 30-year commitment to the sector.
Mr Taylor established Parklands, which currently operates 11 north-based care homes, in 1993, inspired by his own experience as a carer for his grandfather.
Louise Gillies, manager of Speyside Care Home in Aberlour, is also shortlisted for an award.
She is in the running for the Frontline Leaders Award, which is awarded to a first-time manager who has shown clear commitment to improving the delivery of care and support within their team.
Louise joined Speyside Care Home in January 2022 and secured the home a grade five (very good) rating in her first inspection by the Care Inspectorate in November 2022.
The two will go head-to-head with other Scottish entries in the regional finals which take place next month.
Louise Gillies said: “This is very much a team effort. My nomination wouldn’t have been possible without the support and commitment of the entire team at Speyside who have been such a source of encouragement and for inspiration for me.
"We have worked hard to create a culture of inclusion at Speyside where everyone feels valued, heard, and determined to succeed for our residents.”
Ron Taylor said: “I’m delighted for Louise. She has made an outstanding contribution to Parklands, first as a carer, then shift leader and now as the manager of a grade five care home.
"As for my own nomination, this is really testament to the hard work of the entire Parklands family who continue to amaze and inspire me with their selfless dedication and professionalism.”
