‘It’s wonderful to receive an award’- North Kilkenny nursing home owner honoured at Croke Park
Seán Quinn of Sacred Heart Nursing Home in Crosspatrick has been recognised for his dedication to caring for older people.
A local man has been recognised for his for passion for caring for older people at the Nursing Home Care Awards held in Croke Park.
Seán Quinn, who is now 83 years of age, has owned and run Sacred Heart Nursing Home for more than 32 years in Crosspatrick, Johnstown in North Kilkenny, dedicating much of his life to creating a place where residents are treated with dignity, kindness and respect.
Seán’s late wife, Theresa, played a central role in developing the nursing home and shaping its caring, family-centred ethos.
Following her sudden passing, the support Sean received from the Sacred Heart Community reflected the strong community they had built together. Today alongside his two daughters, Sean continues the values he and Theresa established.
Through his daily presence, genuine interest in residents and generous willingness to give his time, Seán has helped create a welcoming and supported home. Whether helping a new resident settle in, offering comfort during difficult times, bringing Holy Communion to residents or simply stopping for a chat, Sean understands the importance of human connection.
Nominated by the Residents’ Committee, Seán dedication is now being recognised.
For him, care has never simply been a business; it is a deeply personal commitment to people, their wellbeing. His humility, compassion and dedication have made a lasting impression on generations of residents, families and staff.
Seán wishes to dedicate this award to every resident of Sacred Heart NH, to all our wonderful staff, to his late wife Theresa and to his own family including his daughters who now run the nursing home with him.
"It's wonderful to receive an award, but at the end of the day, the greatest achievement is knowing that the people living with us are happy, well cared for and feel that Sacred Heart in Crosspatrick is their home,” he said.
“That's what really matters.”