Registered Manager of the Year at the Leaders in Care Awards - Casterbridge Lodge

Recipient: Casterbridge Lodge

Date: Monday 15 Sep 2025

The Registered Manager of the Year award recognizes an outstanding care manager who demonstrates expertise, leadership, and a clear vision for developing high-quality, person-centered care. As Registered Manager, Melissa was nominated for this award and shortlisted alongside 5 other Care Managers but ultimately won the award.

Melissa was recognised for her exceptional leadership, compassion, and commitment to providing outstanding care for residents and support for her team.

A spokesperson for the care home said: “Under her guidance, Casterbridge Lodge has flourished, creating a warm, inclusive environment where residents feel valued and cared for. Everyone at Casterbridge Lodge is immensely proud of Melissa’s achievement, which highlights the home’s dedication to excellence in care and community spirit.”

Melissa said 'It was a tremendous achievement, and I was so overwhelmed to have been nominated and win this award. It means a great deal to me and the Care Home, that we are able to deliver a high level of care to our fantastic clients and their loved ones.'