Clare Lawrence Celebrated for Learning and Development at Home Instead Ealing
At Home Instead Ealing, we are proud to celebrate Clare Lawrence, winner of the Learning & Development Award at the Stars of Social Care Home Care Awards 2026.
This national award recognises Clare’s commitment to helping Care Professionals learn, grow and feel confident in their roles. For families looking for home care in Ealing, that matters. Good care is shaped not only by the person who arrives at the door, but by the training, guidance and support behind each visit.
When Care Professionals feel prepared and valued, they are better able to provide care with patience, consistency and understanding. Clare’s award reflects the importance our wider team places on developing people, maintaining high standards and supporting care that feels personal, respectful and reassuring.
A Well-Deserved National Recognition
Before joining Home Instead Ealing, Clare worked in customer-facing roles, where she developed the communication skills, patience and warmth that are so important in care careers.
When she became a Care Professional, Clare brought a genuine desire to support others. Since then, she has continued to grow, taking on more responsibility and becoming a trusted source of support for colleagues across the team.
The judges commented: “Clare is recognised for her commitment to education, learning and community engagement. Through innovative training programmes and initiatives that support both care professionals and family carers, she has helped improve knowledge, confidence and understanding across her community, demonstrating the powerful role learning and development can play in improving care outcomes.”
Leena Lakhani, Director, said: “Clare has earned every step through hard work, courage and an inner desire to make life better for others.”
Why Training Matters in Home Care
Good care at home is about more than completing practical tasks. It is about noticing details, building trust and understanding how each person likes to live.
A Care Professional may be supporting someone with companionship, personal care, meals, dementia care, daily routines or reassurance during the day. In each situation, confidence and good judgement matter. Ongoing learning helps Care Professionals understand not only what to do, but how to do it with sensitivity and respect.
Training also helps create consistency. It gives Care Professionals space to ask questions, build knowledge and respond well when someone’s needs change. Clare’s award recognises the important role she plays in helping others feel guided, capable and supported.
What This Means for Families in Ealing
When families look for home care in Ealing, they often want reassurance about the people behind the service. They may want to know how Care Professionals are trained, how they are supported and whether the local team is committed to maintaining high standards. Clare’s recognition offers a glimpse into that work behind the scenes.
For clients, strong training can be felt in small but important ways: a Care Professional who arrives calmly, remembers personal preferences, supports a familiar routine or notices when something feels different. For families, it can bring reassurance that care is not only kind, but also guided by experience and local leadership.
Clare’s role includes mentoring new starters, supporting colleagues and encouraging professional development. She has also continued her own learning, completing her NVQ Level 3 and progressing to Level 5.
Care Built on Confidence, Kindness and Support
This award is a proud achievement for Clare, but it also reflects something wider about the Home Instead Ealing approach to care.
Care is personal. It is about relationships, trust and helping people continue to live well in the place they know best. Learning and development help Care Professionals provide that care with skill, confidence and consistency.
Find Out More About Home Care in Ealing
If you are exploring home care in Ealing for someone you love, our local team can talk through the options and help you understand what level of support may be right.
Whether your family needs companionship, help at home, personal care, dementia care or more regular support, Home Instead Ealing is here to offer guidance without pressure. Enquire today to find out more.
FAQs
Why is learning and development important in home care?
Learning and development helps Care Professionals feel confident, supported and prepared to provide safe, thoughtful and person-centred care.
How does good training benefit families?
When Care Professionals are well-trained and supported, families can feel reassured that their loved one is receiving care from people who understand their needs, routines and preferences.