Baily House Care Home in Mansfield scooped the Care Home Team and Activity Organiser awards at the East Midlands Great British Care Awards.

The winners will now compete at the national awards in Birmingham in March.

The Great British Care Awards highlight excellence across all aspects of life in UK care homes.

Judges said Baily House’s Care Home Team — Sarah Strouther, Sally Murphy, Mandy Robertson and Emily Freer — showed incredible dedication and empathy, embodying everything that is good about health and social care today.

Special mention was made of the fact the team embraces positive risk taking to create memorable experiences for residents and their families.

The home’s Ambitions Team — Jenna Hemmings, Jane Moore, Janice Slack, Natasha Price and Charlie Deans — who won the Activity Organiser award, were praised for their person-centred, professional approach.

Judges said: “Their activities are relevant to each resident, aiming to enrich their lives and provide a sense of purpose.

“They use body language recognition and sensory engagement, all complementing their positive approach to the activities they provide. A great team indeed.”

Baily House manager Ashley Baird, who was acknowledged with a Highly Recommended award in the Home Manager category, said: “We are absolutely delighted to have won two British Care Awards for our fantastic care and activities teams.

“Every day we see the passion and commitment our teams have for improving the lives of our residents and it is wonderful to see them acknowledged by our industry as true leaders in their field.”

As well as the three accolades, Baily House was a finalist in the Putting People First, Dementia Carer, Care Home Chef, and Ancillary Worker categories.

Welford Healthcare, owner of Baily House, was also shortlisted for the Care Employer award.