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Paula Snary and Karen Winter with their awards.
- Credit: Alex Crowther
Two care assistants have been awarded for two decades of service.
The Leonard Elms Care Home, in Congresbury, recently honoured two long-serving staff members.
Paula Snary and Karen Winter were presented with the 20 years of service award by Paul Bliss, chairman of Optima Care Partnership, which runs The Leonard Elms.
Paula said: It is a privilege and honour to work at the Leonard Elms and look after the residents. I plan to remain working with the team until I retire in five years time.
The Leonard Elms has recently invested £30,000 in upgrading its facilities, including a Covid-secure visiting area.
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