Assistant Chef at Melbury Court care home receives prestigious royal invitation

Jacky Kitchen has received a Their Majesties’ Command invitation to attend a special reception hosted by Their Majesties The King and Queen.

The event celebrates the vital role played by carers across the United Kingdom and recognises individuals who go above and beyond in supporting the sector.

Alongside her role at Melbury Court, Jacky also serves as a GMB Union Representative for the home in the Durham area, where she is a passionate advocate for care staff.

Her invitation follows a nomination by Will Dolton, National Care Lead for GMB, in recognition of her dedication, commitment and tireless work representing colleagues. Jacky is one of only five union representatives nationwide to receive this distinguished honour.

Speaking about the invitation, Jacky said: “This is a great honour, and I am really looking forward to attending the reception at Windsor Castle. It means a lot to have the work of carers recognised in this way.”

Nicola Durham, Home Manager at Melbury Court, added: “We are incredibly proud of Jacky and this well-deserved recognition. Her dedication to both her role at Melbury Court and her work supporting carers through her union representative role truly reflects the values we strive for every day. She is a fantastic colleague and a real asset to our home.”

Melbury Court said Jacky’s achievement reflects the commitment, compassion and professionalism shown by care colleagues across the sector, whose work continues to make a meaningful difference to the lives of residents and their families every day.

The care home is currently offering an introductory offer for new residents, with four weeks of care for the price of three, providing families with an opportunity to experience the high-quality, person-centred care on offer at the home.

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