A care home near Chipping Norton has been recognised for the support it offers to armed forces veterans.

The Old Prebendal House care home, in Shipton-under-Wychwood, has been awarded the Veteran Friendly Framework Accreditation.

This award recognises the home's ability to care for and support ex-soldiers and members of the armed forces.

Developed by the Royal British Legion and NHS England, the Veteran Friendly Framework outlines additional care standards, including tailored support plans, specialist staff training, and a focus on community engagement, to ensure a care facility can meet veterans' specific needs.

The Old Prebendal House care home had to undertake additional staff training and prove it could meet the framework's standards to achieve this accreditation.

Kathryn Glass, who is responsible for supporting and assessing care homes going through the scheme, said: "We're delighted that The Old Prebendal House has achieved Veteran Friendly Framework status.

"This is a great commitment to their continuous improvement in the delivery of person-centred care for veteran residents and their partners."

An ex-serving member of The Royal Artillery who lives at The Old Prebendal House added: "It's reassuring to me to know that the home is taking the time to find out more about what being a veteran means to us as individuals.

"We're looking forward to meeting up with other veterans from our local community, it's all about supporting each other."