Community partnership recognised at national social care awards

A Shropshire partnership between Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin and Choices Care was recognised at the Social Care Top 30 Awards 2025 after being nominated by The Wrekin Housing Group.

The collaboration was named a finalist in the Partnership Champion Award category at a ceremony held at the London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square in October. The national event celebrated the achievements of organisations making a difference in the social care sector across the UK.

The recognition highlights the work of our Withywood dementia respite service, a service run in partnership between Wrekin Housing Group and its care arm, Choices Care, alongside staff and volunteers from Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin. Together, the teams provide a safe, welcoming environment for people living with dementia, giving their carers valuable time to rest and recharge.

Emma Wilde, Manager of Wellbeing Services at Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin, said: “It was great to be nominated as we work so well together to support people living with dementia, enabling their carers to have a much-needed break. I’m so proud of our dementia support team who care so deeply about our members and ensure they have an enjoyable and fulfilling day with us.”

Although the team didn’t win the award, being named one of ten national finalists was a proud achievement for everyone involved.

For more information about our dementia respite service or to book a visit to look around Withywood with one of our Dementia Support Workers, simply call Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin on 01743 233 123 or email enquiries@ageukstw.org.uk