The Observer & Gazette Business Awards Overall Business of the Year 2017 Winner - Guardian Angel Carers - Chichester

Recipient: Guardian Angel Carers - Chichester

Date: Friday 31 Mar 2017

The award for Overall Business of the year, the most desirable of all awards, one that you cannot be nominated to receive - selected from all winners of each category and decided on by a panel of judges. The business that most impressed them that clearly display excellence in dedication to clients, staff and the local community.

This award, presented by Nick Wallis is for 'The cream of the crop and to recognise the business who really did go above and beyond, that to receive this means you are doing pretty well.' He went on to explain the judges absolutely loved the clear message with Guardian Angel Carers is the family spirit of the team, the small victories through challenge and the relentless passion displayed throughout.

Guardian Angel Carers, who celebrated their fifth birthday in March have developed from a modest office situated on a houseboat in Chichester Marina, with a handful of clients and the Managing Director making care visits. Five years on, they employ over 80 carers and serve clients throughout Hampshire, Sussex and Surrey. Their business has an excellent local reputation and over 60% of new business is gained from recommendations by their clients, their carers and local health professionals.

Johnston Press South hosted the local business awards and as a winner, Guardian Angel Carers are automatically shortlisted for the prestigious Regional Awards this October.