Scottish Carers Win Awards After Record-Breaking Year of Nominations

Top carers, nurses and support staff from one of Scotland’s leading providers of older person and specialist care have been recognised for their outstanding performance at an awards ceremony, following a record-breaking number of entries.

Over 1,750 nominations were made for the 2025 Meallmore Colleague Awards, up 17% from last year. The awards cover key aspects of care home life across 13 categories, including quality of care, activities, home management, catering and support services.

Presented by singer and TV personality, Michelle McManus, the awards celebrate Meallmore colleagues who have made a positive impact on improving the lives of colleagues, residents, and their family members over the past twelve months.

All 2,000 plus Meallmore colleagues are eligible for an award, with nominations coming from residents and their families, visiting professionals and other members of the team in the weeks leading up to the ceremony.

The event, now in its 14th year, returned to the Dunblane Hydro for the official ceremony with 250 people in attendance from Meallmore’s 27 care homes across Scotland.

Cillian Hennessey, CEO of Meallmore, said:
“We’ve been blown away by the response to our awards this year. It really is testament to the impact our colleagues have on residents, their families and their wider team. Every time I set foot in one of our homes, I’m truly humbled by the incredible work being done.

“These annual awards are a perfect way to take time out and recognise the care, professionalism and collaborative approach of our colleagues, and to honour the difference they make to the lives of our residents and their loved ones. I’d like to congratulate all the finalists, and of course, our very worthy winners. With thanks, as always, to the wonderful Michelle McManus who has once again supported us at the event, shining a light on the care we offer throughout the country.”

On presenting the awards, Michelle McManus added:
“I was thrilled to be asked to take part in the Meallmore Colleague Awards for another year. These awards are an important opportunity to celebrate the dedication, compassion and care the team shows to their residents across Scotland, and it’s always such a positive event. The stories behind the nominations are so heart-warming – I don’t know how the judges choose a winner!

“Thank you to all at Meallmore for inviting me back to be part of this very special event, and a huge congratulations to all who were nominated.”