Last year’s WellChild Award winner Harry Byrne from Salisbury, has joined the national children’s charity, WellChild, in the call for nominations for the 2023 WellChild Awards.
Last year’s event saw Harry, aged eight, attending a star-studded Awards event at the Hurlingham Club in London, where he had the chance to chat with many of the celebrity guests and WellChild supporters.
Harry, who looked after his younger brother Reuben who had a very rare brain condition that limited his life span, was picked from hundreds of nominations from across the UK to win the category of Caring Child in these Awards, which celebrate the resilience of children living with serious illnesses or complex conditions and honour the dedication of those individuals who go the extra mile to help these children and their families.
You can read more about Harry's win here - https://salisburyradio.co.uk/2022/09/20/inspirational-harry-from-salisbury-receives-national-award/
WellChild is now calling on people in the region to put forward their nominations for the 2023 WellChild Awards.
“Harry had such a fantastic day at the WellChild Awards in London” said his mum Sophie. “It was such a great experience for us all to be involved in and something we will never forget. It would be terrific for another child or professional from our region to be a winner.”
Guests at the 2022 Awards, included Leigh-Anne Pinnock from Little Mix, Frankie Bridge from the Saturdays, TV presenters Dick and Dom, Gaby Roslin, who presented the event and many more.
WellChild Chief Executive Matt James said: “There are more children and young people than ever before in the UK living with long-term, serious health needs. The pandemic placed these children and families under more pressure than many of us can comprehend. The WellChild Awards 2023 will be a unique opportunity to recognise and highlight the immense challenges they continue to face and celebrate the remarkable positivity, resilience and spirit they have demonstrated. It will also help us to shine a light on the dedication of those around them, from siblings and professionals who have gone above and beyond to help them through such challenging times.”
If you know someone who deserves special recognition, then nominate them for a WellChild Award by visiting our website at www.wellchild.org.uk/awards.
The closing date for entries is Monday, March 20th.
An expert panel, including former winners and child health professionals, will judge entries for the 2023 Awards. Awards will be handed out at this year’s glamorous event in London in 2023.
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