This is Scunthorpe --A CARE home worker has been rewarded for 30 years of service.
Annette Hancock, 49, from Scunthorpe, has worked as a member of staff at Holly House Care Home in Burringham for three decades.
Ms Hancock began her career at Holly House as a care assistant working with her mother.
She then worked her way up through the care home and is now a team leader.
The staff and residents organised a surprise party for her to mark the occasion.
Ms Hancock said: "I am very proud to have been at Holly House for 30 years.
"I have really enjoyed my time here. The party was lovely and a complete surprise.
"I never expected it as it has all been top secret.
"I really enjoy my job otherwise I would not have been here for 30 years."
Ms Hancock is now the longest serving member of staff at Holly House.
Yvonne Graham has worked with Annette for six years.
She said: "It is a joy to work with Annette.
"She is a very dedicated, happy and patient person.
"Everybody loves her and she is very good at her job."
Anne Malam has worked with Annette for 15 years.
She said: "Annette is a really valued member of staff. We are all like a family. She is a lovely and caring person who is always happy.
"You can tell she loves her job and is very caring with the residents.
"If they do not get a cuddle from her then they think something is wrong.
"Annette is one of the stars of the care industry.
"She is one of the best and very dedicated.
"We would be lost without her." Reported by This is 17 hours ago.