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Recognition – Moonrise MD Jessica Gwaringa with her Woman of the Year trophy .
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Jessica says : “ Moonrise takes pride in supporting employees ’ professional development through apprenticeships and partnerships with educational institutions , helping to nurture the next generation of care professionals .”
Celebrating success : industry awards This year has been exceptional for Moonrise , with numerous awards and recognitions . In September , the firm received the Business of the Year title at the seventh annual Tees Businesswomen Awards , reflecting the dedication of the entire team .
In October , Moonrise was honoured as Domiciliary Care Provider of the Year at the Prestige Awards , highlighting its high standards within the industry .
Managing director Jessica was then recognised as Woman of the Year at the Tees Valley EDI Awards , where Moonrise was also nominated for the Health Award .
Jessica received numerous other nominations , including Businesswoman of the Year at the Tees Businesswomen Awards and Entrepreneur of the Year at the NOVI Awards .
These honours underscore Moonrise ’ s dedication to exceptional care and affirm its growth within the sector .
Jessica says : “ These honours underscore Moonrise ’ s dedication to exceptional care and affirm its growth within the sector .”
Looking ahead : a vision for the future As Moonrise celebrates a decade of service , the firm remains committed to a future of care innovation , with a vision of becoming a national leader in complex care .
Key goals include creating new jobs , expanding services geographically and supporting the communities it serves . Moonrise prioritises sustainability , moving toward paperless operations and reducing its carbon footprint . The company is also developing its own app as part of its digital transformation strategy to improve efficiency .
Strong partnerships with educational institutions are central to Moonrise ’ s growth strategy . Having supported numerous apprenticeships , Moonrise continues to collaborate with colleges and universities to align education with industry needs .
Expanding reach : Scotland Over the next two years , Moonrise plans to expand into new UK regions , with a focus on establishing services in Scotland . With preparations underway to open an office in Livingston in 2025 , the firm aims to have a positive impact on new communities , guided by its values and supported by partnerships and community programmes .
The next chapter Reflecting on 10 years of growth , Jessica expresses gratitude to everyone who has contributed to the Moonrise journey – the dedicated team , clients and communities .
“ The past decade has been marked by learning , growth and an unwavering commitment to care ,” reflects Jessica .
“ We look forward to the future . Moonrise is dedicated to setting new benchmarks in the care industry and making a positive impact on all those we serve , with aspirations for continued success over the next decade and beyond .”
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