THREE Cork nursing home professionals have been recognised among Ireland’s best at the NHI Care Awards 2025, the leading national celebration of excellence in nursing home care.

Sherin George, from Haven Bay Care Centre, Ballynacubby, Kinsale, received a General Care Award, sponsored by Hayes Solicitors. Stephy Sebastian, from Ballincollig Community Nursing Unit, Murphy’s Barracks Road, Ballincollig, received a General Care Award, sponsored by Avendra International. Gillian O’Shea, from Amberley Home and Retirement Cottages, Fermoy, received a General Care Award, sponsored by PKF Brenson Lawlor.

All three were honoured at the NHI Care Awards ceremony on Thursday November 6th in the Round Room at the Mansion House, Dublin.

The event was attended by the Minister for Older People, Kieran O’Donnell TD, who also presented an award on the night.

The ceremony celebrated exceptional care being delivered every day across nursing homes in Ireland.

For further information visit www.nhicareawards.ie