Pauline Watson, 71, from Cardiff, won the prestigious Stephen McAleese Outstanding Contribution to Headway Award, which was presented at an awards ceremony held at The Dorchester Hotel in London, on Friday 16, December.
The annual event, organised by Headway – the brain injury association, celebrates the inspirational achievements of survivors of brain injury and their carers in the face of adversity, as well as the outstanding contributions individuals have made to the charity.
From the moment she joined Headway Cardiff as a volunteer almost 20 years ago, Pauline’s commitment and passion for helping was obvious.
Her skills and attributes were instantly apparent as she immediately began building a rapport with service users, whatever their background.
Within one year, despite her own serious health problems, she became a trustee and a key member of the group’s fundraising committee.
She has been extremely influential in many key developments of the charity helping to support a number of services including community social groups and outreach services.
Although she has now retired from her trustee and fundraising duties, Pauline continues to volunteer at the group’s Independence and Wellbeing Centre twice a week.
Peter McCabe, Chief Executive of Headway, said: "For nearly two decades, Pauline has selflessly committed her time, energy, and emotions to supporting hundreds of people and families affected by brain injury across South Wales.
“Her contribution has been immense and she thoroughly deserves to be publically recognised for all her hard work and dedication.”
The Headway Annual Awards celebrate the exceptional efforts of survivors of brain injury and those caring for them.
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