Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Neal Jones, Health Care Support Worker at Park Road Houses has been crowned Health Hero for October, in time to mark World Mental Health Day.
As an integral member of the nursing team, Neal’s dedication to patient care within the Rehabilitation and Recovery Service of the Mental Health Clinical Board has been described as exemplary.
Putting the needs of his patients first, Neal takes a thoughtful and proactive approach to ensure their wellbeing. He organises activities that not only support patients during their recovery, but also to provide sustainable life skills they can carry forward as they transition back into the community. These activities include swimming and cycling which encourage both physical and mental wellbeing.
Ward Manager, Owen Baglow said, “Neal has been a key member of our Garden Project, constantly finding creative ways to engage patients in meaningful tasks like watering plants, mowing lawns, and even painting. These are important skills for patients who are preparing for independent living, and Neal’s positive and patient-centred approach has made a real difference in their lives.
“It is important to mention that Neal has been facing personal challenges as a carer, yet despite this, he continues to come to work with a smile on his face and a spring in his step, bringing positivity and energy to both his colleagues and patients.
“Neal’s unwavering commitment to his patients, even in the face of his own difficulties, makes him outstanding.”
Senior Nurse Manager, Joanne Glover said, “Neal is an amazing asset to Park Road in promoting independence for our clients and giving them the confidence to build new skills and improve existing ones. It is the dedication of those like Neal that make all the difference in people’s lives by improving their quality of life, reducing dependency on services, and giving our patients the hope they need to live a fulfilled life.”
Neal will be Health Hero for the month of October and will receive a treat from sponsors Park Plaza Cardiff. He is delighted with the award nomination.
The Health Hero Award is supported by Cardiff & Vale Health Charity and Park Plaza Cardiff.
If you feel you know someone who has worked tirelessly to help a colleague or patient in healthcare settings throughout Cardiff and Vale University Health Board and deserves recognition then let us know about them.
To nominate your Health Hero: Email: fundraising.cav@wales.nhs.uk
Nominations must include: Your name, contact details, the nominee’s name and role, plus some words explaining exactly why you think they deserve to be crowned Health Hero.
If you have already nominated someone, they will be automatically entered into the next round for consideration for the award.
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