Nominations to vote for carers looking after the borough's most vulnerable closes in a week.

The deadline for the local Dignity in Care Awards, which celebrates excellence across the care sector, is on July 28.

In its fifth year, the awards aim to promote and recognise the very best in care and support, whilst, promoting dignity in care whatever the service provided.

This year, nominations can be made in four different categories, including personal assistant of the year, carer of the year for home support and day care, carer of the year for care homes, carer of the year for those with learning disabilities.

Residents are encouraged to vote for those who have shown or experienced exemplary care and support consistently which demonstrates dignity, compassion and respect at: www.richmond.gov.uk/dignity_in_care_awards

Alternatively email DignityinCare@richmond.gov.uk to request a paper copy of the nomination form or an easy read version by post.

The winners will be announced at an award ceremony, at the Clarendon Hall, on September 28.