Community Transport Wyre Forest chief officer Beverley Coldrick receives her No Barriers Award from Cllr Fran Oborski
We are thrilled to announce our chief officer Beverley Coldrick has been recognised for going the extra mile in improving access to services and opportunities for people in the district’s No Barriers Awards.
It was one of 12 awards presented at Wyre Forest House on Thursday November 30 recognising local businesses, organisations and individuals that have provided significant access, service or employment possibilities for people with disabilities.
Trudi Elliott, our trustees’ chair, said: “We know how hard Bev works and how totally dedicated she is, so it’s fantastic that she’s received this public recognition.
“She really does go the extra mile, whether that’s defrosting the minibuses or driving herself when short of volunteers, to ensure disabled and elderly people can access medical and social appointments and live independent and fulfilled lives, free from isolation.”
Organised by Wyre Forest District Council, the first No Barriers Awards were held in 2008, having been set up in memory of Councillor Mike Oborski, who initiated the project.
His widow Councillor Fran Oborski, panel awards chair, who presented the awards, said: “It was a wonderful evening celebrating the contribution our fabulous winners make to providing an inclusive community. They enhance the lives of others and I hope they know how much we appreciate what they do.”
She added: “We also hope that by highlighting the wonderful things they are doing it will encourage others to do the same.”
During the evening the winners heard from inspirational speaker, Chloe Bayliss, who overcame major health issues to achieve an Honours Degree and now has a successful career in stage and tv makeup, as well as running her own face painting business.
Other winners were:
Ann Hewitt, for devoting her life to caring for others
Areyoureadytococo, for being inclusive at their hair and beauty salon
Blossom Tree Café for giving students with additional needs working lifeskills
Emotions for offering people with disabilities the chance to dance
Hannah Escott, from Open Trail, for her work engaging with young people
McDonald’s, Weavers Wharf, for always helping and accommodating people with disabilities
Pods by Aspire for their work and activities for people with learning disabilities
Peter and KathyJezukiewicz, Church Wardens, St Peters Church, Birchen Coppice, for their dedication to community events and the welcome they give all
Community Volunteers, St Peters Church, Birchen Coppice, for supporting events and providing an accessible and welcoming space for all.
