“If it’s not good enough for my mother, it’s not good enough for anyone.” Bernie Suresparan, Chief Executive Officer, We Care Group

We Care Group and Summit Care Group Shortlisted for Multiple National Care Awards

We Care Group - 3 November 2025

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We are thrilled that We Care Group and Summit Care Group, have been recognised for exceptional commitment to excellence by the prestigious National Care Awards 2025.

Founded in 2007 by CEO Bernie Suresparan, both organisations have built a long-standing reputation for delivering outstanding, person-centred care — ensuring every resident can live with dignity, choice and independence

Celebrating Excellence in Care

The National Care Awards are the largest and most respected awards dedicated to recognising excellence within the UK care sector. Celebrating the very best in care homes, domiciliary care, specialist care, and industry suppliers, the awards shine a spotlight on those going above and beyond to make a difference in people’s lives.

Operating across 34 care homes throughout the North of England, We Care Group provides a range of services including nursing, residential, palliative, end-of-life, young mental health, and dementia care. The organisation’s values of Family, Honesty and Respect, combined with its focus on creating safe, happy and secure environments, have led to national recognition across multiple award categories.

 

Five Prestigious Nominations

This year, We Care Group and Summit Care Group have been shortlisted in five award categories, highlighting both organisational excellence and individual achievement:

  • Care Home Group of the Year [Medium]We Care Group

  • Care Home Manager of the YearHelen Holden, Old Gates Care Home

  • Sara Berrio Care Champion AwardDavey Taverner

  • Care Leadership AwardHelen Holden, Old Gates Care Home

  • Care Newcomer AwardMorgan Omelia, Summit Care Group

These nominations recognise the dedication, leadership, and compassion shown daily by teams across both care groups.

 

A Testament to Teamwork and Compassion

Speaking about the achievement, Bernie Suresparan, CEO of We Care Group and Summit Care Group, said:

“To be recognised by the National Care Awards in five different categories is a true honour and a testament to the hard work and dedication of both teams.

We strive every day to deliver care that is not only high in quality but rooted in dignity, compassion and family values. I’m incredibly proud that our teams and three individual members have been recognised by such a prestigious industry award. Their commitment to making a real difference in people’s lives is second to none and is what drives our continued success as leading care providers.”

 

Looking Ahead to the National Celebration

The National Care Awards 2025 will take place on 7th November at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel, London, where finalists from across the UK will gather to celebrate excellence across 27 different award categories.

We Care Group and Summit Care Group are proud to represent the North of England on the national stage and look forward to celebrating the achievements of all finalists who share a passion for delivering exceptional care.

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