BUSINESS owners have been rewarded for their efforts after devoting 100,000 hours of care to those most in need.

Darlington-based Heritage Healthcare provides vital services to the country’s vulnerable allowing them to remain in their own homes and lead independent lives. The company currently has 15 offices and launched the national franchise division in 2013.

Franchisees from all over the country were invited to an annual awards ceremony in Darlington recognising their work.

Heritage Healthcare chief executive Glenn Pickersgill said: “It is important to recognise the values, ethos and dedication of all the people who provide such excellent care to clients in their own homes. They are all winners in my eyes.

“The company is set for further growth as more franchisees, with a passion for providing high quality care, join the network.”