Healthcare heroes celebrated at recognition events
The dedication and talent of NHS heroes who support people with mental illness and learning disabilities has been celebrated at four local events.
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust recently held four recognition events to celebrate the fantastic work of their staff and teams. The Black Country Healthcare Heroes events were held in each of the Black Country boroughs; Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton.
These special events celebrated the hard work of staff and volunteers who have gone above and beyond to help patients, carers and fellow staff and communities across the Black Country.
The events were funded by sponsorship from Mills and Reeve, Access Group and A&E Training Solutions.
Marsha Foster, Chief Executive of Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust said: "We are incredibly proud of our staff and the work they do every day to provide high-quality healthcare to the people of the Black Country. These recognition events were a wonderful opportunity to celebrate their achievements and show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication.
"This year, we decided to take a more personalised approach based on feedback, organising four local events to celebrate our staff. While recognition is something that should happen regularly, these events provided a meaningful opportunity to come together and acknowledge the exceptional contributions our staff make every day.”
Manisha Patel, Charity Engagement Officer who was nominated for the impact she’s had on the Trust charity, Black Country Brighter Lives said: “I’m truly honoured to be nominated. It was wonderful to attend the Sandwell recognition event and learn about the incredible work of my colleagues. Celebrating each other’s successes and taking time to reflect on these achievements is so important. I’m proud to be a part of the Black Country Healthcare team!”.
Other colleagues nominated for recognition includes La Shaun Hyman, a Healthcare Support Worker from Hallam Street Hospital who was nominated for going above and beyond to support patients, ensuring care is provided with dignity and compassion. Megan Clapton, a Dialectal Behavioural Therapy Therapist was another nominee who was recognised for being passionate about making services more inclusive for patients.
