A CARE home in Bromsgrove is celebrating receiving award recognition for its catering offering.
Chandler Court on Recreation Road was crowned winner in the catering category at the Care Home Awards 2025. The home scooped the ‘best for nutrition, food and dining’ award.
The Care Home Awards recognise excellence and innovation in care home management, operations and resident experience.
Judges praised Chandler Court for creating a vibrant and inclusive dining culture where residents are supported to lead fulfilling lives through food and nutrition.
At the heart of the home’s success is head chef Alex Millichamp, who joined Care UK in 2019 and stepped into his current role last year.
Alex said: “Whether we’re cooking up comforting classics or baking cakes for afternoon tea, we always aim to support residents’ health and wellbeing through great dining. I’m so pleased by this award; it’s a real honour.”
Under Alex’s leadership, Chandler Court’s dining team has introduced a variety of resident-led projects designed to make mealtimes both enjoyable and meaningful.
Residents are involved in designing the seasonal menus, and every new arrival meets with Alex shortly after moving in to discuss their favourite foods and dietary needs – a personal touch that’s embedded into their care plan.
Lilly Dahms, Home Manager at Chandler Court, added: “We are thrilled to have been named the best care home for nutrition, food and dining at the Care Home Awards 2025, recognising our resident-centred approach to care.
“I’m thrilled Chandler Court has been recognised for the positive impact on residents’ health and wellbeing, and our award will take pride of place in our home.”
