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Sponsors
Platinum Partnership
The HCCI Home Care Conference and Awards Platinum Partner for 2025 is Gallagher. Gallagher is a global business insurance, risk management and consulting services company offering clients and customers innovation and tenacity across 130 countries.
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Award Categories
Carer of the Year
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Carer of the Year should be an individual who exemplifies what it means to be a carer. They should be a shining example of competency, reliability and kindness. The winner should enjoy their role while exuding an empathetic passion for the care of others. This award seeks to acknowledge and celebrate the dedication of this Carer and the difference they have made to the lives of the vulnerable people they are caring for.
Nomination criteria
The Carer of the Year award encompasses what we define as caregiving excellence and compassion. Exceptional caregiving skills are paramount, assessing the ability to provide personalised and attentive care to individual. Carers exhibit special skills and talents that are not found amongst most other people; compassion and empathy towards clients and their families demonstrate a commitment to their well-being and comfort. Moreover, effective communication and collaboration with healthcare professionals and family members underscore professionalism and teamwork. Ultimately, the Carer of the Year embodies dedication, kindness and expertise in enriching the lives of those they care for. Judges will assess the nominee’s relevance, contribution, effectiveness and dedication.
HR of the Year
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The winner of HR of the Year should be someone who demonstrates innovation and a positive contribution to staffing through enhanced recruitment and improved retention. This award recognises smart and creative rewards & benefits strategies that attracts, motivates, retains and engages employees. This individual should foster team wellbeing and strive to nurture a caring workplace for all team members.
Nomination criteria
Human Resources (HR) of the Year award encompasses a holistic evaluation of HR leadership, strategy, and impact. HR of the Year nominees will have effectively handled various HR dilemmas and achieved favourable outcomes for their clients. The nominee will be committed to perfecting their craft, in order to produce the best outcomes for clients and colleagues. The HR of the Year nominee should be someone who creates synergies and a productive workforce and always strives for the betterment of the organisation. Judges will assess the nominee’s relevance, contribution, effectiveness and dedication.
Manager of the Year
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The Manager of the Year award should be a member of staff (in any management position of any department) who works tirelessly to maintain office morale, encourage productivity, and overall improve the management/supervision of the office/staff/carers. Their ability to ensure open communication among departments, clear concise reporting to all teams. A Manager who shows vision in developing person centred care and supporting staff to meet the ever-changing needs of the business.
Nomination Criteria
Manager of the Year should be a beacon of effective collaboration and teamwork, fostering a cooperative and inclusive environment. Nominees should have spent some time perfecting their managerial skills which enable them to excel in their professional journey. Those who work with the Manager of the Year will say they can talk to them about anything and will receive guidance in the right direction. During their time with the organisation, the Manager of the Year’s leadership should have made a significant impact on the organisation’s success and contributed to the professional growth and well-being of their team members. Judges will assess the nominee’s relevance, contribution, effectiveness and dedication.
Nurse of the Year
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Nurse of the Year should be a qualified nurse who shows exceptional abilities in the care of their clients and works to meet not just the medical/physical side of their care but also the mental well-being of clients. When thinking about this nominee, you should get a sense of security knowing that they are competent in emergency situations, reliable in their daily care activities and demonstrate how nursing skills integrate with social/home care.
Nomination Criteria
Nurse of the Year nominees are qualified nursing professionals who work in the home and community care sector. Whether they have spent their entire nursing career in this sector or have joined more recently, the standard of care they provide is irrefutably and consistently stellar. Clinical competence and skill proficiency are fundamental, evaluating the ability to deliver high-quality care across diverse patient populations. Compassion and empathy in patient interactions demonstrate a commitment to quality care. Leadership qualities, such as mentorship, collaboration, and innovation, contribute to positive patient outcomes and team development. Judges will assess the nominee’s relevance, contribution, effectiveness and dedication.
Scheduler of the Year
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The Scheduler of the Year Award will be presented to an outstanding member of staff who is indispensable to the scheduling/coordination of carers and clients. The winning nominee ensures a smooth and pleasant work environment while supporting the best possible service for clients.
Nomination criteria
Nominees for Scheduler of the Year should have demonstrated exceptional accuracy, efficiency, and dedication in the field of scheduling. Nominees for this award should exhibit outstanding organisational abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex schedules effectively. They should be known within the organisation as a do-er and facilitator. Their contributions to streamlining processes, enhancing productivity, and supporting the success of their organisation or team should be evident. Judges will assess the nominee’s relevance, contribution, effectiveness and dedication.
Unsung Hero Award
The Unsung Hero of Year Award will be a person from any Department (for example Reception, Finance, Maintenance, ICT, etc) who has demonstrated unwavering dedication and outstanding commitment, consistently going above and beyond their regular duties. They will have made remarkable efforts to ensure the wellbeing and satisfaction of patients or have contributed significantly to the fulfilment of critical organisational goals. This distinguished honour will be bestowed upon an exceptional individual who exemplifies extraordinary service to patients or the organisation, surpassing the ordinary expectations placed upon them. This award recognises those who have gone “the extra mile” to ensure patient safety, patient satisfaction, or the achievement of specific corporate objectives.
Nomination Criteria
The Unsung Hero nominee can be from any occupation but should be someone that has gone above and beyond for others behind the scenes, often without seeking recognition. Nominees for this award have been steadfast within their community or organisation, and some people say they don’t know where they would be without them. The award honours those whose impactful efforts have gone unnoticed but have made a profound difference in the lives of others. Judges will assess the nominee’s relevance, contribution, effectiveness and dedication.
Social Innovation of the Year
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The Social Innovation of the Year award celebrates an individual, team, or organisation that has made significant strides in improving the day-to-day well-being of its staff. This award recognises efforts that have led to impactful cultural change within a business, fostering a more inclusive, nurturing, and supportive work environment.
Nomination Criteria:
Nominees for the Social Innovation of the Year award should demonstrate a commitment to improving their place of work through innovative programs, initiatives, or practices. They should have successfully implemented strategies that add value to the lives of workers in an organisation and lead to positive changes in their surroundings. Judges will assess the nominee’s relevance, originality, effectiveness, and impact on social well-being and unity in the organisation.
Technological Innovation of the Year
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The Technological Innovation of the Year award honours an individual, team, or organisation that has developed or implemented pioneering technology that significantly enhances processes, services, or products in home and community care. This award recognises the creativity and ingenuity behind technological advancements that drive progress and improve efficiency in delivering care.
Nomination Criteria
Nominees for the Technological Innovation of the Year award should go into detail in the development or implementation of their innovative technology that has led to measurable improvements in home care or adjacent fields. They should demonstrate resourcefulness, successful implementation, and tangible results. Nominations should outline the technological innovation, its development process, and its impact. Judges will assess the nominee’s relevance, originality, effectiveness, and sustainability/viability of the technology.
Mentoring and Leadership Accomplishment of the Year
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The Mentoring and Leadership Accomplishment of the Year award recognises an individual who has shown exceptional leadership and mentoring skills, guiding others to achieve their full potential. This award celebrates those who inspire, support, and empower their colleagues through effective peer led learning.
Nomination Criteria
Nominees for the Mentoring and Leadership Accomplishment of the Year award should demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities and a commitment to bettering others. They should exhibit a clear vision and direction, motivating and inspiring others to achieve common goals, whilst also building positive, trust-based relationships within the organisation. Judges will assess the nominee’s relevance, contribution, effectiveness, and impact on the professional development and well-being of those they mentor.
Nominations are Now Closed
Closing date – 5pm 10th August 2026
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The Venue
Killashee Hotel
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Accommodation
To avail of our reduced rate for the 2026 HCCI Conference, please call reservations and quote HCCI Conference & Awards or let us know that you are attending the HCCI Conference & Awards on the 1st October.
Our rates when booking are:
- €155 B&B single
- €170 B&B Double
*limited number of rooms at reduced rates.
About the ceremony
6.30pm Drinks Reception on arrival, followed by 4 course dinner and Award Ceremony
Band and entertainment post Awards until 1am
Dress Code: Black-tie and Gowns
Book a Table
Contact Ursula to book your Table for the Awards Ceremony
About Us
Overview of Home and Community Care Ireland
Home & Community Care Ireland (HCCI) is the national membership organisation for companies that provide a managed home care service in Ireland, uniting members who directly care for thousands of older and vulnerable people in their homes.
HCCI members provide a fully managed care service through directly employed and trained care staff, which guarantees an exceptional standard of care to every client.
Our Mission: To advocate for, and represent, a unified professional home care service through leadership, experience and good governance. The highest standard of regulated home care service is made available to citizens on a statutory basis, enabling people to retain familiarity and independent living within their homes and communities.
Robbie Whelan
Commercial Director
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Ph: +353 (0)86 603 6525
David Neville
Director
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Ph: +353 (0)87 6739 726
