Age Scotland announces its national award winners

Age Scotland has presented its national awards to groups and individuals from across the country in recognition of the innovative and compassionate work they do to improve the lives of older people.

The awards were handed out by Brian Sloan, chief executive of Age Scotland, at a ceremony in Glasgow, held in person for the first time since 2019.

The recipients of the six awards, sponsored by PSR Scotland, are:

Margaret Berry, from Larbert and Stenhousemuir, winner of Volunteer of the Year
Anne McCreadie, from Inverness, winner of the Jess Barrow Award for Campaigning and Influencing
Cowal Elderly Befrienders in Dunoon, winners of the Patrick Brooks Award for Best Working Partnership
Harlawhill Day Centre in Prestonpans, winner of the Services for Older People Award
Age Concern Hurlford, winners of the Member Group of the Year
Wing Hong Chinese Elderly Centre in Glasgow, winner of the Inspiration Award

Brian Sloan said:

"I am absolutely delighted to be able to present our worthy winners with their awards in person after a two year hiatus caused by the Covid pandemic.

"It has been humbling to hear just how great an impact our winners have on the lives of older people in communities across Scotland. The tributes paid to them by those they support is testament to their dedication to the wellbeing of older people.

"Our winners provide services, friendship, respite and social activities that reduce loneliness and isolation and help older people stay connected. For many, they are a lifeline.

"I'd like to thank each and every one of them for generosity, compassion and selflessness. Congratulations on your awards and very well done."