Celebrating excellence in laundry: Winners of the 2025 Love Laundry Awards announced
The winners of the 2025 Love Laundry Awards were announced at a ceremony held at the Care Show. The awards honour outstanding individuals and teams in the care and nursing home laundry sector.
The event recognised excellence across four categories: Laundry Leadership, Laundry Trailblazer, Laundry Sustainability, and Laundry Hero.
“I’m very proud to celebrate the care and nursing home laundry industry and recognise the people who make a difference every day,” said Pete Hosking, WASHCO’s Managing Director. “While reviewing all the nominations, it was wonderful to read the stories of dedication, sustainability, and community impact. All nominees deserve our recognition, and the Love Laundry Awards aim to celebrate them all.”
2025 Love Laundry Award winners:
Love Laundry Leadership Award
Winner: Dilgir Kaur – Chalfont Lodge Care Centre, Barchester
Dilgir was recognised for her exceptional leadership in managing laundry and housekeeping services, ensuring smooth operations through training, safety, and resident care.
“I feel over the moon. I’m just so happy about it. And we are just lucky to have received the award. I am humbled and really honoured to be recognised for excellence,” said Dilgir.
Love Laundry Trailblazer Award
Winner: The Gables Residential Home
The Gables team was celebrated for their forward-thinking approach and teamwork, bringing innovation and meaning to the laundry room.
Love Laundry Sustainability Award
Winner: Sharon Streeter – Belmont House, Aria Care
Sharon was honoured for her proactive contributions to environmental goals and sustainable laundry practices.
“I’m speechless and overwhelmed. Just very pleased,” said Sharon.
Love Laundry Hero Award
Winner: Caroline Hebditch – Sutton Lodge, Bupa
Caroline was recognised for her exceptional dedication to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and care in the laundry room.
“I’m very surprised, very shocked, very happy. I love our home. I love our residents. And I love looking after all their laundry, making sure everything’s neat and tidy. Thank you very much,” said Caroline.
Each winner received a £250 voucher to spend on electrical goods, in recognition of their outstanding contributions.
WASHCO extends heartfelt congratulations to all finalists and winners.