Wokingham

Four hard-working Wokingham home care assistants are to be rewarded for their long service next week (Tuesday May 16) at a special presentation being held by Wokingham District Council.

Long service certificates are to be presented by Wokingham Cllr Pauline Helliar-Symons, executive member for social care services, and corporate head of community care Pat Brecknock at the event, which is taking place at Crescent House in Woodley at 2pm.

The long-serving home care assistants, who visit service users throughout the Wokingham district area, are:

* 25 years – Cynthia Knott from Woodley
* 10 years - Annie Neville from Woodley
* 5 years - Helen Giles from Earley and Carole Kurton from Twyford

Tribute was paid to the level of commitment and dedication of all home care staff who provide personal care and practical support 365 days a year to a wide range of people wishing to live independently in the Wokingham community.

Wokingham Cllr Pauline Helliar-Symons said: “These dedicated and modest staff make a real difference to local residents’ lives every day of the year. They help frail and vulnerable people to retain their independence and self-respect. It is a real pleasure to have the chance to say thank you to such reliable carers, who have given up to a quarter of a century of dedicated service.”

Anyone interested in pursuing a career in the domiciliary care service should call (0118) 974 6923.

Wokingham District Council