If you work for a non-profit-making group that is devoted to improving health in Hounslow, then you could be one of the five organisations awarded £5,000 this year in appreciation of excellence in community healthcare.
Application forms for the 2008 Awards are now available.
Here are some of the previous winning organisations
Age Concern Hounslow provides services for older people from all social, cultural and faith groups in Hounslow
Brentford FC Community Sports Trust promotes the physical, social and emotional development of participants, employees and volunteers of the Trust through the power of sport
Health Team for Looked After Children working to improve health outcomes for children and young people who are cared for by the local authority
Hounslow Crossroads offers regular and free respite for carers and a tailor-made service
The Mulberry Centre is a walk-in cancer information and support centre situated in the grounds of West Middlesex Hospital
Barnado’s Spectrum Project - provides fostering short breaks and homecare for families and children with disabilities.
Brentford Child Contact Centre - provides a neutral environment for children of separated families to spend time with one or both parents and other family members.
Feltham Open Door Counselling Service - provides community-based counselling services for children, families and adults.
The SWAN Project- supports school-age mothers and helps to reduce teenage pregnancies.
The Trinjan Women’s Social & Community Group- works to empower Asian women by raising awareness of health and environmental issues.
Friends of Cathja provides therapeutic activities for people suffering from enduring mental health problems.
Hounslow African Health Project provides a service to improve the physical and mental health of African families and raise sexual health awareness with specific focus on HIV/AIDS prevention.
Hounslow Volunteer Centre Befriending Service provides emotional and social support through one to one befriending to those who are severely isolated or housebound.
Isleworth Explorers Club is a purpose built youth centre that provides a range of activities for young people.
Snakey Lane Allotment Association aims to improve the management of the allotments, helping all sectors of the community make full use of its amenities.
Bereavement Services for Hounslow, a professional, confidential counselling service for bereaved people.
The Genesis Project, a service to meet the needs of residents of the Haverfield and Brentford Towers Estates.
Hounslow Toy Library aims to promote the development and quality of life of children with disabilities and their families through lending toys and games.
Hounslow Youth Counselling Services, a counselling service for young people who live, work or study in Hounslow.
The Star Centre, a mental health centre providing befriending and group support for adults.