STAFF at a nursing home in Malpas have been recognised for their 'courage and commitment' over the past year as part of Good Care Month.

Throughout July, care workers from across the UK are recognised as part of Good Care Month, and staff at Prospect House in Malpas are no different.

In recognition of the hard work and devotion of the staff during the past 12 months, especially during the pandemic, the home wanted to present a lasting token of their appreciation.

A pin badge was subsequently commissioned that each member of staff could wear as a symbol of their hard work.

The badges were presented with a letter of thanks from the care home owners Mysing Care.

The letter read: "On behalf of everyone at Mysing Care, we would like to offer heartfelt thanks and sincere appreciation for the devotion, care and dedication every staff member has shown to our residents during the Covid-19 crisis.

"To have continued to work in difficult circumstances with such commitment to keep our residents safe, well and happy throughout the greatest health crisis we have ever experienced is an outstanding achievement, which deserves the highest praise.

"We hope each one of you will wear your Mysing 'Excellent Service' badge with great pride in recognition of your incredible achievements both individually and as a team."

Sarah Stroud, registered manager at Prospect House, added: "The genuine thanks and gratitude shown for the devotion to care during the past year has really made a difference.

"We wear our pin badges with a lot of pride, we are proud to care, and feel very blessed to be supported in our work to continue to provide care and support that never falls short of excellent, even during a pandemic."