b'Annual Report 2023/24Praxis Care StaffAward Winners 2024Service of the Year Award Corporate Services Colleague of the Year AwardBrookfield Jamie KingBrookfield is a long standing residential home with a reputation for excellence. The staff at this serviceJamie consistently delivers outstanding results,embody what it means to offer person-centredtaking on more beyond her role.care. They strive to make each individual asShe goes above and beyond to ensure the smoothindependent as possible by encouraging them tooperation of the IT helpdesk, demonstrating a deep partake in the community and live life to the fullest.understanding of both technical issues and managerial One particular resident at this service is supportedresponsibilities. Her ability to inspire and motivate the team to be involved in a number of clubs, has nowresults in heightened productivity and morale, fostering a embarked in a relationship and has beenpositive work environment. Jamies proactive approach to supported on two holidays this year. Anotherproblem-solving enables them to anticipate and address issues resident has been with the service for 14 years andbefore they escalate, ensuring minimal disruption to operations is being supported to plan his 50th birthday partyoften unseen. Jamies commitment to continuous learning and in Dublin. improvement sets a benchmark for professional development within the team, inspiring others to strive for excellence. Co-Production and Empowerment AwardBrendan CarolanBrendan works in all Foyle zone services, and is known as a dedicated relief team member who promotes independence by teaching new skills to the people we support. He builds positive relationships with each individual, getting to know their likes and dislikes, encouraging them to spend time doing things they enjoy in the community. His hard work has made vast improvements in the mental health of others. When he isnt supporting people with managing their money or encouraging them to learn new skills, Brendan is busy completing DIY tasks around the homes of individuals supported.72 73'