WASHCO is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Love Laundry Awards, honouring outstanding individuals and teams in the care and nursing home laundry sector. The awards ceremony, held at the Care Show, celebrated the unsung heroes who ensure residents receive the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and care.
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
2025 Love Laundry Award WinnersLove 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.
WASHCO is based in Newbury, for more information about the Love Laundry Awards or the services WASHCO provide, please call their dedicated team on 08000 546 546 or email info@washco.co.uk