STAFF and residents at Priory Court Care & Nursing Home in Burnham-on-Sea celebrated Carers Week by thanking care staff with treats and chocolates.

Carers Week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK.

Country Court - the company which manages Priory Court - took the opportunity to thank its care teams and share messages of appreciation left by family and friends.

One family member from Priory Court said: “The care provided for my father since he became a resident has always been excellent.

“The staff are always kind and caring towards my father and me.

“I have been unable to visit throughout the pandemic due to my own health issues, but they have always kept me informed and reassured and I cannot praise them highly enough.”

Residents wrote thank you notes to care staff, thanking them for taking the time to stop for a chat and for always coming into work with a smile on their face.

They also handed out gifts of sweets and chocolates.

“Carers Week has been a wonderful opportunity to thank our staff and show them that we appreciate everything they do,” said Priory Court home manager Vimal Samuel.

“Our staff have had so much to cope with this year, so it’s important to take the opportunity to show our appreciation and let people know how much they are valued.”

For more information about Priory Court, call 01278 768000 or email priorycourt@countrycourtcare.com.