The Stars of Dementia Care Autism Awards Categories

This award recognises employers who create outstanding workplaces where dementia care professionals can thrive. Celebrating organisations that invest in wellbeing, development and cultures rooted in compassion and respect. Honouring those who understand that exceptional care begins with exceptional people support.

This award recognises frontline workers who bring dedication, empathy and brilliance to every moment of care. Celebrating individuals who uplift others through presence, patience and personcentred practice. Honouring those who make daily life safer, calmer and more meaningful for people living with dementia.

This award recognises teams who work together with unity, creativity and heart to deliver exceptional dementia care. Celebrating groups who communicate brilliantly, support one another and create environments where people feel safe and valued. Honouring those whose collective effort makes extraordinary things possible.

This award recognises individuals, groups or organisations who make their communities more inclusive and dementiafriendly. Celebrating initiatives that reduce stigma, build understanding and create safer, kinder spaces for everyone. Honouring those who light up their communities with awareness, action and empathy.

This award recognises those who design and deliver activities that spark joy, purpose and connection. Celebrating individuals and teams who create moments that uplift, soothe and inspire. Honouring those who understand that meaningful engagement is at the heart of great dementia care.

(Recruitment and Retention Award)

This award recognises organisations or leaders who excel at attracting, developing and retaining exceptional dementia care teams. Celebrating approaches that build strong cultures, nurture talent and create environments where people feel valued, supported and inspired to stay. Honouring those whose workforce strategies shine brightly, strengthening stability, morale and the overall quality of dementia care.

This award recognises people living with dementia who use their voice to shape services and inspire change. Celebrating individuals who challenge stigma, share insight and influence better practice. Honouring those whose courage and contribution strengthen the entire sector.

(End of Life & Advanced Dementia Care)

This award recognises exceptional support for people in the later stages of dementia. Celebrating care that honours comfort, dignity and personal wishes with sensitivity and presence. Honouring those who walk alongside individuals and families at the most delicate moments with humanity and grace.

This award recognises initiatives that bring together people living with dementia and younger generations. Celebrating programmes that build understanding, reduce stigma and create shared experiences. Honouring those who nurture connection across ages in ways that uplift everyone involved.

This award recognises ethical, personcentred use of technology to improve life for people living with dementia. Celebrating tools and approaches that enhance safety, communication or quality of life. Honouring those who integrate technology thoughtfully and responsibly.

This award recognises work that addresses inequalities and champions inclusive dementia care. Celebrating culturally sensitive, accessible and identityaffirming approaches. Honouring those who ensure every person receives care that respects who they are and what matters to them.

This award recognises initiatives that place people living with dementia at the heart of design, delivery and decisionmaking. Celebrating partnerships that value lived experience and share power meaningfully. Honouring those who demonstrate true coproduction, leading to better outcomes and stronger relationships.

This award recognises individuals who are new to dementia care and already shining brightly. Celebrating early talent that brings curiosity, warmth and a natural gift for connection. Honouring those whose first steps in the sector show extraordinary promise and heart.

This award recognises leaders who inspire excellence and champion cultures where personcentred dementia care thrives. Celebrating individuals who guide teams with clarity, courage and compassion. Honouring those whose vision transforms services and elevates the experience of people living with dementia.

This award recognises nurses who combine clinical expertise with deep humanity in their support of people living with dementia. Celebrating practitioners who advocate fiercely, communicate sensitively and lead with calm confidence. Honouring those whose skill and compassion make a profound difference to individuals and families.

This award recognises creative ideas and approaches that transform the experience of living with dementia. Celebrating innovations that improve communication, independence or wellbeing in meaningful, practical ways. Honouring those who bring fresh thinking and bold solutions to dementia support.

This award recognises trainers who ignite confidence, curiosity and skill across the dementia care workforce. Celebrating approaches that empower others to deliver compassionate, evidenceinformed practice. Honouring those who raise standards through creativity, clarity and commitment to learning.

This award recognises outstanding collaboration between professionals, families and carers. Celebrating relationships built on trust, communication and shared insight. Honouring those who work sidebyside to ensure continuity, dignity and the best possible outcomes.

This award recognises individuals or teams who advance understanding through research or evidencebased practice. Celebrating work that leads to realworld improvements in dementia care. Honouring those who ensure decisions are grounded in insight, learning and impact.

This award recognises individuals or teams who provide exceptional support to people with a learning disability who are also living with dementia. Celebrating personcentred, outcomefocused approaches that promote independence, dignity and respect. Honouring those who adapt practice thoughtfully to meet complex and changing needs.

This award recognises environments that enhance independence, comfort and orientation for people living with dementia. Celebrating thoughtful design that reduces anxiety, supports navigation and promotes wellbeing. Honouring those who create spaces where people feel safe, calm and at home.

This award recognises services that help people living with dementia stay connected, supported and independent in their communities. Celebrating outreach that prevents isolation, supports families and strengthens local networks. Honouring those who bring care, companionship and continuity beyond traditional settings.

This award recognises volunteers who give their time, warmth and presence to enrich the lives of people living with dementia. Celebrating individuals who bring joy, reassurance and connection through their generosity. Honouring those whose contribution makes a meaningful difference every day.

This award recognises individuals whose career has transformed dementia care. Celebrating decades of leadership, advocacy and dedication to improving understanding and support. Honouring those whose legacy continues to illuminate the sector and inspire future generations.