Caremark Leeds and Bradford launched its first-ever Carer of the Year awards, with nearly 60 staff members honoured across two ceremonies. "On behalf of the city of Leeds, I would like to say a huge thank you for everything they do and I was honoured to be asked to present the awards." Shifau with Nicholas Hardaker, one of the customers who nominated her (Image: Caremark Bradford and Leeds)Shifau Bello, 33, was named Care Assistant of the Year after receiving the most customer nominations. Ms Bello said: "I was honoured just to be nominated for the awards. Caremark Leeds and Bradford has been operating since 2008 and was among the first 15 franchises under the Caremark brand, which now has 140 companies providing care across the UK and Ireland.