A NORTH Somerset care provider has been awarded Highly Commended for Best Team Support at the Home Care Awards.

Right at Home North Somerset, which covers Weston, Portishead, Clevedon and more, received the accolade during a ceremony in Birmingham earlier this month (March 1).

The care provider is dedicated to providing high-quality support for older and vulnerable adults in their homes. 

The organisation's website explains further: "At Right at Home North Somerset, our aim is to make a positive difference to the lives of those we care for.

"We recruit and train CareGivers with a genuine passion for helping people in our local community."

Grant Attwood, managing director for the care service, said: “I was incredibly proud of our team receiving this award. 

“Led by our development and wellbeing manager, our whole team takes staff wellbeing and recognition very seriously. It is a strategic objective at the highest level, to ensure our entire team is well supported.”

Micala Small, Right at Home North Somerset registered manager, added: “What a great event and way to showcase the work from our Training and Development team. 

“Our goal is for our staff to feel valued and supported, it is a huge accomplishment for this to be recognised.

"We are always looking for ways to appreciate and support our staff, caring is a hard role but with the right support we aim to remove some of the pressure life and work can throw at you.”

The awards were set up to give recognition where it is due in the care industry.

Jasmine Frost, recruitment and marketing manager at Right at Home North Somerset, concluded: "I am thrilled and proud to be part of a team that has been honoured with the 'Team Support Award'.

“It is a testament to our dedication, unity, and commitment to providing exceptional care and support to our team and our Clients. Together, we continue to make a positive difference in the lives of those who we serve.

“If anyone is interested in joining our award-winning team, they can visitwww.rightathome.co.uk or give us a call on 01934 235410.”

The Right at Home franchise also won the title of National Outstanding Home Care Provider at the awards.