Liakat and Nazira Hasham, CEO & Founding Partner of CHD Living, are celebrating a Lifetime Achievement accolade courtesy of the Social Care Leadership Awards.
Liakat and Nazira relocated to the UK from Uganda in 1972, establishing of the CHD Living care group in 1984. The family-owned provider now operates twelve residential and nursing care facilities, with their children Shaleeza and Shaheed also joining the family business. Liakat and Nazira also undertake a range of charitable work, with Liakat having served as President of The Ismaili UK Community as well as being on the board of refugee placement charity Reset. The family also founded the Adopt a Grandparent charity to help tackle loneliness among care residents.
Shaleeza Hasham has herself been nominated for the 'One to Watch' award in HealthInvestor's ‘Power 50’ for the second consecutive year. This award celebrates the outstanding leaders in the health and social care industry.
Liakat Hasham said: “This award is a huge honour, and it humbles us greatly. Our life's journey, like many, has been filled with challenges and triumphs. We have always strived to provide the highest quality of care and service, never losing sight of the core values that guide us in this mission. This award serves as a reminder that our efforts have not gone unnoticed and reinforces our resolve to continue providing exceptional care. We are extremely fortunate that our children will continue to improve the quality of life of the people we look after.
“We are deeply committed to enhancing the well-being of our residents and clients, and this award only strengthens our determination to create a positive and meaningful impact in the health and social care sector. We are inspired to continue our journey in service to others.”