WellChild Awards 2012
WellChild, has opened nominations for the 2012 WellChild Awards, supported by GlaxoSmithKline, an annual event which celebrates the bravery of the country’s seriously ill children and the dedication of the people who go that extra mile to really make a difference to their lives.
If you know someone who deserves special recognition then nominate them for the WellChild Awards please complete the online form here.
The closing date for all entries is May 18th 2012.
In addition to the brave and caring child categories, WellChild would also like to hear about people who have made a real difference to sick children by caring above and beyond the call of duty, or have worked extra hard to keep children healthy and happy – including outstanding health, social care or education professionals.
There are more children than ever before in the UK suffering from a chronic or long-term illness, and the WellChild Awards is a great opportunity to honour all those people battling with childhood sickness or complex conditions.
The 2011 Awards ceremony was a fantastic event which saw children and professionals from across the country being awarded for their exceptional bravery and care.
Guests to the event included actress Barbara Windsor, chart topping boy band Blue, presenters Angellica Bell and Michael Underwood, businessman Duncan Bannatyne from BBC’s Dragons Den, and Pop group Scouting for Girls and was hosted by Dancing on Ice star Laura Hamilton.
WellChild’s Patron Prince Harry was also in attendance to personally congratulate all of the deserving winners and their families.
Entries for the 2012 Awards will be judged by an expert panel including children’s health researchers, former winners and health professionals. Awards will be handed out at a glamorous event in London early September.
Categories for Nominations are as follows:
Inspirational Child or Young Person
A child or young person between the ages of three and eighteen who has kept smiling against all odds in coping with or overcoming serious illness, and who deserves to be celebrated for their extraordinary courage.
Most Caring Child or Young Person
A special child between the ages of three and eighteen who devotes much of their time and energy freely and lovingly to care for a friend or sibling who is sick.
Doctor
A doctor working with children, either in a hospital or a GP, who has a real talent and commitment to helping children feel better.
Nurse
A nurse working with children, either in hospital or a doctor’s surgery, who goes the extra mile for the children in their care.
Medical Team
A team of doctors, nurses, or other medical professionals, in a hospital, clinic or doctor’s surgery, who work together to make a huge difference to the lives of sick children
To nominate someone you know for a WellChild Award in 2012 please complete the online form here.
Read about the winners of last year's WellChild Awards here.
updated 2 September 2011
