The EngAGE Multi-Disciplinary Team took out the Health Hawke's Bay Excellence in
Provider Collaboration and Integration at this year's awards.
The team have worked to support older people in the community through collaboration with other health services in Hawke's Bay so patients can remain independent at home.
Lucy Fergus who is a geriatrician and key part of the team said all staff were passionate about working with the hospital, primary care and community to look after the "person in the middle".
"We just want to see older people succeed and be successful at home instead of going into hospital or care before they need to."
Dr Fergus said their mission is to work in partnership with the older person, their whanau and the community to provide a seamless, responsive service that is tailored to their individual needs.