A member of staff from a care home in St Albans has been awarded for "outstanding practice". 

Michelle Nash, senior carer at Abbeyfield Grace Muriel House, won the Nutrition Champion of the Year award, as well as the Champion of Champions title.

Michelle received the award for her "outstanding practice" in implementing the nutritional strategy at the home. 

The awards, given by Hertfordshire Care Providers Association Ltd, took place at Knebworth Barns, and celebrated the success and achievements of Care Providers throughout the county over the past year. 

Home Manager Annette, who nominated Michelle, said: "Michelle has worked with enthusiasm and commitment on this project and we are all very proud of her."