A CARE home has been named one of the best in the north west.

Keate House Care Home is Lymm was named in the top 20 care homes in the north west region.

This is according to carehome.co.uk.

Rachel Entwistle, from the home, said: "To win this award is a testament to the dedication and love that our staff and volunteers bring to the home and to our residents every day.

"It is difficult to do justice to how hard the entirety of our home works, as we understand that so many individuals across all departments are responsible for this award.

"From award-winning activity provision, our fabulous catering team, our dedicated domestic and maintenance teams, to the care department which makes our residents feel safe and loved around the clock.

"We never see Keate House as a finished product; we are always eager to develop and grow our services, to introduce new ideas and opportunities which helps us to be the best that we can be for our residents. We are excited to see how our services will continue to evolve and the difference we will continue to make.

"This award establishes that difference, and we're all over the moon to be recognized for our hard work."