A Class Care Celebrates National Success at the Home Care Awards 2026

A Class Care is proud to announce that we have been recognised at the Home Care Awards 2026, held on Friday 6th March, receiving national recognition for both our specialist care services and our commitment to supporting the people who deliver them.

At this year’s prestigious awards ceremony, which celebrates excellence across the UK home care sector, A Class Care achieved two significant accolades:

Winner – Best for Respite Care Expertise
High Commendation – Best for Recruitment, Retention & Staff Motivation

These awards recognise organisations that demonstrate exceptional commitment to delivering high-quality care and supporting both clients and staff. Being recognised at a national level is a proud moment for the entire A Class Care team.

A Moment of Pride for the Whole Organisation
The Home Care Awards bring together some of the most respected providers in the sector, recognising innovation, quality and leadership in home care services. To receive recognition alongside many larger national providers is a significant achievement and a reflection of the dedication and passion shown by our teams every day.

Mercy Canning, Director & Co-Owner and Director of Business Transformation at A Class Care, shared her thoughts following the announcement:

We were genuinely surprised when our name was announced. We were up against some very large providers with significant resources, so to receive this recognition is incredibly special for our whole organisation.

"These awards belong to every member of our team who shows up each day to support our clients and their families. The compassion, professionalism and dedication shown by our carers and office teams make a real difference to people’s lives."

Recognised for Excellence in Respite Care
Winning Best for Respite Care Expertise highlights the importance of respite services within the wider care system and recognises the high standards delivered by A Class Care.

Respite care provides essential support to families who care for loved ones at home. Caring for someone can be deeply rewarding, but it can also be physically and emotionally demanding. Respite care allows family carers to take a break, attend appointments, or simply rest, while knowing their loved one is receiving safe, compassionate and professional care.

At A Class Care, respite support is carefully tailored to the needs of each individual and family. Whether providing short-term assistance following a hospital discharge, supporting complex health needs, or enabling family carers to take a well-deserved break, our respite services ensure continuity, reassurance and dignity for every person we support.

Our teams work closely with families to understand what matters most to them, ensuring that care remains personalised, respectful and centred around the individual.

Supporting and Valuing Our Care Professionals
Receiving a High Commendation for Recruitment, Retention & Staff Motivation is equally significant. Across the social care sector, recruiting and retaining skilled and compassionate care professionals remains one of the greatest challenges providers face.

At A Class Care, we believe that exceptional care begins with supporting the people who deliver it. Our approach focuses on creating an environment where carers feel valued, supported and able to grow in their roles. This includes providing training opportunities, clear career pathways, strong team support and recognising the vital work carers do every day.

By investing in our staff and fostering a positive workplace culture, we ensure that clients benefit from consistent, high-quality care delivered by people who are passionate about what they do.

Delivering Care That Makes a Difference
Every day, A Class Care supports individuals and families across our service areas to live independently, safely and comfortably in their own homes.

Our services include:

Live-in care, offering dedicated one-to-one support around the clock
Domiciliary care, helping people maintain independence with day-to-day tasks
Respite care, supporting families and unpaid carers
Specialist care, including dementia support and complex care needs

The recognition received at the Home Care Awards highlights the impact of this work and reinforces our ongoing commitment to delivering compassionate, person-centred care.

A Shared Achievement
While the awards are an exciting milestone, they are ultimately a reflection of the collective effort across the entire organisation.

From carers supporting clients in their homes, to the office teams coordinating care, recruitment teams welcoming new staff, and managers ensuring quality standards remain high — every member of the A Class Care team contributes to the quality of service we provide.

These awards belong to the whole team.

Looking Ahead
As A Class Care continues to grow and support more families, we remain committed to maintaining the high standards that earned this recognition.

Our focus will always remain the same: delivering exceptional care, supporting our dedicated staff, and making a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve.

Receiving national recognition is a wonderful moment for our organisation, but the most important achievement will always be the trust placed in us by the families and individuals we support every day.

Learn More About Our Services
If you would like to learn more about the care and support A Class Care provides, including respite care, live-in care and specialist home care services, our friendly team would be happy to help.