A WELLBEING coordinator for a care operator from Cirencester has been nominated for a national care award.

Libberty Messenger is in the running for The Care Home Activity Organiser accolade for the south-west in the Great British Care Awards.

A judging panel of industry professionals has placed the former Cirencester Kingshill School student, 22, in competition with nominees who have been in the care sector for years.

Her and her residents from Aura Care Living’s Stratton Court were due to find out if she is a winner today, Thursday, November 14.

Libberty has been at care operator Aura Care Living since she was 16.

She started her working life as a marketing apprentice before moving on to various roles within care.

Libberty is also a keen footballer and currently plays for Cirencester Town FC.

The residents at Stratton Court – which provides residential, nursing and dementia care - are fans of her updates on the team’s progress.

“My passion is sports, so I encourage the residents to become more active,” Libberty said.

“Even seated tai chi sessions are a great way of motivating and moving the body.

“I also have tailored ball games for the residents’ capability and general activeness.”

Commenting on Libberty’s success, Linda Loyd, chief executive of Aura Care Living, said: “We have watched this girl grow.

“Her approach is to involve families in the care process, using their insights to further personalise activities.

“Her flexibility and willingness to adapt based on residents’ feedback ensure that her ideas, creativity and programmes remain dynamic and responsive to the evolving needs of those she serves.

“One of Libberty's standout achievements is her work on the dementia floor.

“She uses murals and nostalgic images to trigger memories among residents.

“Her initiative astounds.

“She is always looking to involve residents in community events and personalised activities, such as using a mini rugby ball for a resident with a passion for the sport.

“We have our fingers crossed for an amazing member of our little team.”