Caring for the Carer's Award
The "Caring for the Carer's Award" is an esteemed recognition established to honour individuals or groups who provide exceptional professional care for frontline mental health care workers. This award acknowledges the vital role these carers play in fostering the well-being and resilience of those who support our community's mental health. The award is dedicated in memory of the late Scott Stephen, a Third Space Charity Alumni who tragically lost his life to suicide.
Nomination Criteria
Dedication: The nominee must demonstrate an unwavering commitment to providing professional care and support to frontline mental health workers.
Impact: The nominee should make a significant positive impact on the lives of frontline mental health workers or the broader community.
Compassion: The nominee should exhibit exceptional empathy, kindness, and understanding in their professional caregiving activities.
Resilience: The nominee should show remarkable perseverance and strength in overcoming challenges associated with caregiving.
Community Involvement: The nominee should actively engage with and contribute to the community, fostering a supportive environment for frontline mental health workers.
Professionalism: The nominee should maintain high standards of professionalism in their caregiving role.
Innovative Approach: The nominee should demonstrate innovative methods or practices in providing care and support to frontline mental health workers.
How to Nominate
To nominate a deserving individual or group for the Caring for the Carer's Award, please complete the nomination form.
Provide detailed information about the nominee’s caregiving activities, the impact they have made, and why you believe they deserve this recognition. Nominations are now open.
2025 WINNER: SHARLENE O’REILLY
2024 WINNER: LEVI SIMPSON
2023 WINNER: MELISSA BERRY APPLETON