A WEST Fife carer has scooped a prestigious award for her efforts at a Dunfermline care home.

Baillie Keenan was named a divisional winner in Barchester Care's Carer of the Year category for her work at Canmore Lodge Care Home.

A spokesperson for the home congratulated Baillie on her big win.

We appreciate and value all the hard work you do here, and we celebrate with you on this much earned reward!" they said.

"This award is served each year and is split into 15 categories amongst 248 Barchester homes. We are very proud to be one of the homes receiving this award and especially to recognise what work Baillie has put in for our residents.

"Thank you again Baillie for all you’ve done."