A Leominster care home has been selected from more than 80 sites nationwide to receive an award for its work with residents.

Waverley House care home received the ‘Champion Service Award’ at Shaw healthcare’s annual Shaw Star Awards, with judges commending the home’s ‘safe, caring, happy and friendly environment’ and praising the opportunities offered to residents and their loved ones through a variety of activities and holidays.

Home manager Allan Riley said: “Families regularly comment on how much they appreciate the support given by the team at Waverley House.

"They praise the warm and welcoming atmosphere that supports and develops the health and wellbeing of their loved ones. I could not be prouder of my team here. They work tirelessly to provide the best possible care for our residents and this award is very much deserved by each and every one of them.”

"Our team members treat our residents with the same love and respect that they would give their own family members, providing support specific to their own individual needs and enabling them to lead fulfilled lives. It’s great to see that they have been acknowledged for this.”

Jo Samuels, a domestic assistant who works at Waverley House was also selected as a finalist for the Inspirational Individual category for demonstrating her commitment to Shaw’s core values of wellness, happiness and kindness in everything she does and because she looks for opportunities to develop excellent care by using her knowledge and skills.