Warrington charity nominated for three national awards

Warrington: A charity called Making Space is making waves by being nominated for three national awards. They’re up for the Markel 3rd Sector Care Awards, which is pretty cool.

These nominations are for their amazing work in Dementia Care, Compassion, and Community Engagement. It’s all about their Connect Hub and Café Connect, which used to be known as Warrington Day Service.

These places are like a warm hug for the community. They provide info, advice, and support to help people feel better mentally. It’s all about boosting mental wellbeing.

Since 2014, the Markel 3rd Sector Care Awards have been celebrating the best in the not-for-profit care sector. They shine a light on those who really make a difference in people’s lives.

The Connect Hub and Café Connect are recognized for their commitment to mental wellbeing and community connection. They really know how to create a welcoming space.

James Bridgewater, who heads up wellbeing at Making Space, expressed how thrilled they are about the nominations. He said it’s a privilege to help the community.

He also mentioned that by providing early support, they’re making a real difference and helping the NHS too. It’s all about being proactive.

Located on Allen Street, the hub and café are open to anyone over 18 who needs mental health support. They’ve created a stigma-free zone, which is so important.

The café is not just about food; it’s a social hub too. They have initiatives like the Chatty Café, which encourages people to have meaningful conversations and tackle loneliness.

Making Space has also received more nominations for their services in Doncaster. It’s clear they’re doing something right!

Rosemary Stephen is nominated for the Compassion Award for her 30 years of community support, especially for minority groups. That’s some serious dedication!

Janet Griffiths is up for the Dementia Care Award, recognized for her fantastic leadership in supporting individuals with dementia and their families.

Keri Smith, the director of development at Making Space, shared how proud they are of their nominations. It really highlights the hard work of their teams.

She also talked about the café’s refurbishment, funded by their fundraising efforts, which directly benefits the local community.

Everyone’s excited to see if they win at the ceremony on March 14 in Birmingham. It’s going to be a big night!

These nominations are just the cherry on top for Making Space, who have also been recognized at other awards recently. They’re on a roll!

If you want to learn more about what they do, check out their website. They’re doing some amazing work!