COUNCIL chiefs are taking to the road in an effort to get more people to join the care profession.

The Make Care Matter roadshows begin in Ripon market place next Thursday when council care workers will put out deckchairs, between 9am and 4pm, and invite people to sit down and talk about care, why it matters and how they can get on board.

The authority is calling people from all walks of life to consider a career in care in order to support the county’s growing number of older and vulnerable people to lead healthy and independent lives in the heart of their communities.

“There has never been a better time to consider a career in care” said Richard Webb, the county’s corporate director for health and adult Services who will be on the deckchairs at the roadshow.

“It is far more than just a job. Helping people, often with fascinating life stories, to live independently and with dignity is an important and fulfilling profession and is a crucial service in this county.

“Being a care professional is about building relationships and helping people achieve often simple, daily tasks which they are no longer able to complete by themselves.

“Through passion and commitment our teams help people to see what’s possible and support them.”