A CARE home has been recognised for the service it provides to its residents.

Ingleby Care Home, in Ingleby Barwick, Stockton, received the highest rating from the industry watchdog Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Inspectors made an unannounced visit to the home in June to check requirements and regulations were being met and to look at the overall quality of service.

The final report stated: “Every person we spoke with was very positive about staff at the service and said they received kind and caring support.

“Relatives also praised the quality of the care people received. Staff were particularly sensitive to times when people needed caring and compassionate support.

“Staff were patient, caring and kind when supporting people living with dementia.

“We saw numerous examples of kind and caring support being delivered throughout the inspection.”

Carol Singleton, home manager at Ingleby Care Home, said: “We were absolutely thrilled to learn we received an outstanding rating for the care we provide to our residents.

“We aim to build on this success, continue providing the highest levels of care for those who reside with us and, hopefully, achieve an Outstanding overall rating at our next inspection.”