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Wantage care boss wins sector award for innovation

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 17 Oct, 13:32 · Archive

Amrit Dhaliwal, founder and CEO of home care company Walfinch, received the Outstanding Contribution to Home Care award at the Leaders in Care Awards 2026.

Amrit Dhaliwal, founder and CEO of Wantage-based home care company Walfinch, has received the Outstanding Contribution to Home Care award at the Leaders in Care Awards 2026. The awards recognise exceptional individuals and businesses in the sector.

Walfinch, founded in 2019, operates nearly 40 franchised branches nationwide and employs more than 500 carers. The company promotes an 'Active Care' model that blends support with activities to help clients stay physically and mentally engaged. Every client receiving one hour or more of care is offered at least ten minutes of an activity of their choice, such as gardening, crafts or gentle exercise. Walfinch also runs Thrive Clubs, which provide free, professionally-led mobility sessions and social time for clients.

Mr Dhaliwal said the award recognised his team's work in creating and widening proactive care services. He added: 'As well as providing outstanding, person-centred care, our team is redefining care and working to transform the whole care sector from the inside.' He is an ambassador for Championing Social Care and promotes care careers through outreach in schools and colleges, saying he is 'committed to strengthening the wider care sector by improving its reputation, attracting new talent and sharing knowledge'.

Wantage care boss wins sector award for innovation
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