On behalf of the Coalition of Frontline Care For People Nearing the End of Life , I am delighted to support the Palliative and End of Life Care Awards and celebrate the excellence of these frontline teams in caring for people in their last stage of life. End of Life care is everyone’s business- we are all involved and we all have a vital role to play. Here we celebrate particularly the contributions from the social care workforce, who provide the majority of hands-on care for people with age-related conditions in the community, as well as others working in partnership with health care and Integrated Care Systems.

The Coalition of Frontline Care is an alliance of the leading health and social care organisations, speaking with one voice to affirm the vital role of generalist frontline teams in care for all in their last years of life. We call for improved workforce training , effective system-wide health and social care integration , recognition by regulators and transformation of care for older people in their final years in our country . We are thrilled to support these Awards , to celebrate and thank you for your dedication , hard work and the amazing impact of your work in the lives of so many people at this most important stage of life.

Professor Keri Thomas OBE, Coalition of Frontline Care for People Nearing the End of Life

What could matter more a good death, both for the person passing on and those left behind? Those of us who have been privileged to be present at a peaceful, dignified ending will find it both incredible and unforgettable. It may give new meaning to our own lives and a gracious closure to the life that is done.

No one knows when the moment will come for them, but the damage done when this is not treated with respect or where meaningful participation is denied, leaves a bitter legacy. We applaud Care Talk’s efforts to celebrate those whose professional practise shows their understanding of this unrepeatable human experience.

Julia Jones, Co-Founder, John’s Campaign

On behalf of NCF and our members I’m delighted to lend our support to the Palliative and End of Life Care Awards. The care and support delivered every day within social care settings and the compassion shown to people nearing the end of life, or in their very last days, makes such a lasting difference.

I’m thrilled that in these inaugural awards the skills and expertise displayed by staff in social care settings is being recognised as it rightly should be. The difference this kindness and care makes to people and their families at an incredibly difficult time can’t be underestimated, and the professionalism shown by care workers, managers, ancillary staff and others should rightly be celebrated. 

I applaud everyone nominated in these awards and thank them for their tireless commitment to excellence. Best of luck to all.

Prof Vic Rayner OBE, CEO, National Care Forum

Support for people who are dying and those close to them is an important and growing element of social care. 

The contribution of domiciliary agencies and  care homes cannot be underestimated in enabling people to die in a place they call home. When high quality care is available then people feel safe, valued and dignified as they approach the end of their life. Importantly “dying well” enables those left behind to survive the loss and move on, despite inevitable sadness. 

So, the efforts of Care Talk to recognise and reward best practice and efforts on the part of individuals and organisations  to deliver and support such care is most welcome. And its focus on social care is absolutely right. 

This is vital recognition of often unsung heroes. Lets hear more about them and celebrate all that they do in order that they are sustained and others encouraged to follow in their footsteps.

Heather Richardson, Director of Academic Learning and Action, St Christopher’s Hospice

The directors of The Outstanding Society (OS) consider it an immense privilege to serve as judges for these vital awards within Adult Social Care. Providing care for individuals at the end of their lives necessitates exceptional individuals and a proficient team spanning various departments. We acknowledge that these awards will highlight the remarkable qualities that individuals and team members possess, ensuring not only the residents’ high-standard care but also supporting their families, friends, and colleagues through this challenging phase.

Achieving excellence in palliative care is a tremendous accomplishment. It is an honour to be entrusted with the care of someone at the end of their life, ensuring not just a good life but also a dignified passage. Teams should take immense pride in this aspect of their work

Zoe Fry OBE, Director, The Outstanding Society CIC