Recent Nominations

With the loss of my wife in August 2011 after a major stroke. My health had begun to deteriorate further and I could not see any way forward, even with the help of my daughter, who had taken on the role of my full time Carer. The local Social services became involved in trying to help me in my recovery. I would like to take this opportunity of thanking everyone who was looking after my best interests during this period. I would especially like to nominate JOY RILEY for the WOW AWARD for her devotion, diligence and compassion in the preservation of my welfare in helping though the past few months. Joy has helped me to become more independent

Because he dealt with my enquiry with a cheerful disposition even though it was the Christmas period.

Everyone I have come into contact with, including enquiry desk, bus pass counter and help with books. They are all so polite and friendly. The library is a great credit to the council, we now enjoy coming to the library, its very interesting. Well done.

I am writing to express my gratitude for the support and help I received from Jude Bradshaw. I suffer from a number of health problems and Jude has been a key player in my recovery. She has been very understanding and has helped me to address a number of issues. Thanks Jude for your excellent support.

For being a fab manager and good leader to this centre. She is the most friendly person you could ever meet.

I would like to nominate Tracey because she is a fantastic manager and a wonderful person. She takes the time to know your children as well as knowing you. She has a passion, enthusiasm and commitment to the job she truly believes in.

The Crescent Childrens Centre is held together by Tracy. Everything works like clockwork under her leadership which was proved by an outstanding award in November 2011. Tracy will make time for anybody, remembering everybody and their children whick makes you feel so comfortable coming into the childrens centre.

I have been having great difficulty over the last 7 days to get someone to "own" my elderly parents issue of no heating and hot water in the house since the gas boiler broke down last Friday. I have been in contact with many organisations to get the help required, especially a quick result due to the bad weather and my Fathers illness.. From the moment I had contact with Sharon and the team, they gave me confidence they had the tools, and skills to deal and resolve the problem, kept me informed of the ongoing situation and excelled in providing a swift and amiable solution. As the statement of your Vision states... they excelled. Many Thanks to the Warm Zone team....*****... 5 star performance.

I visited the UK and Ireland in August and September 2011. Of all the visitor facilities I went to, I only visited one place twice and that was the Potteries Museum. The main reason was because of Pat Gater. Pat showed incredible enthusiasm and expertise for the Staffordshire Hoard and was able to pass on that enthusiasm to me. I do have a interest in Roman history and Pat re-ignited that in me. Nothing was too much trouble whether it was making sure that I could see the tiny details of the scabbards and jewellry or explaining how the Hoard was being prepared for display now and for the future. It was lovely to have such a good conversation with someone who didnt treat me like a tourist but engaged with me one-on-one. During 5 weeks of solo travel in your part of the world, Pat is the only person I would consider nominating for an award - and I do hope she receives it. Ive been singing her praises both to people I know and to the wider electronic travel community. Thanks, again, Pat - and Ill be back to see you later this year!

I would like to enter Tracy Jackson in for the wow award. As Tracy Jackson has done a wonderful job in the children centre for the last six years. Without Tracy Jackson we would not be where we are today as parents we have a lot to thank knowing that we have made new friends, having a place to go where we as parents can relax & enjoy the center. Without the center we would not know where we as parents could go for any help that we may need. When my family moved from London in to Stoke on Trent me, my husband & kids did not know anyone we had help from my kids going in to nursery before they went to school knowing that they will be safe so they were not alone.