A HAMPSHIRE based care group wins the top award for the second year in a row. 

Cornerstone Healthcare has been named as ‘Best Specialist Neurobehavioral Provider in the UK’ by one of the world’s largest investment banks and corporate advisors, Alantra, as part of their 2021 Specialist Care Fast 50 report.

Cornerstone, operate two homes in Hampshire; Kitnocks House in Botley South Africa Lodge in Waterlooville and as well as a third, Marula Lodge in Camberley, Surrey.

 All three homes care for people with challenging behaviours associated with complex neurological and mental health needs.

Within their report, Alantra said: "The specialist care sector has been on the frontline of the battle against the Covid pandemic, and we owe it an enormous debt of gratitude for everything it has done.

"Moreover, we should recognise that this report is published as specialist care businesses across the country continue to operate successfully under challenging circumstances. 

"Many are working in an extremely difficult environment, both for the people they serve and for employees. 

Cornerstone CEO, Johann van Zyl, said: "Our staff never fail to amaze me! Their consistent dedication and care to our vulnerable residents are second to none, and again, that has been recognised at an international level with this fantastic award. I couldn’t be prouder!"

Cornerstone Healthcare is the only provider in the southeast of England whose primary focus is on providing expert nursing care to people who exhibit difficult behaviours as a result of neurological or mental health issues.