A FORMER nurse who clocked up more than a quarter of a century of service in the NHS has now launched his own company to provide care to people in the comfort of their own home.

Georg Gottschlich, from Bishopton, hopes his new venture – Visiting Angels – will not only meet the growing demand for exceptional and consistent care delivery in Renfrewshire but also reward carers for their ongoing commitment to the industry.

The in-home care company, based in Inchinnan, has already had more than 30 applicants who shares Georg’s vision of delivering high-quality care.

Georg said: “Growing up in an environment that showed me the intricacies of the care sector and having gone onto work in the industry, I now feel compelled to make a difference and to have a positive influence on the standards of care delivery in the area.

“After 26 years in the NHS, I’ve been able to see how much pressure the industry is under and how, as a result, those in need might have been neglected by carers who feel undervalued and mistreated.

“My passion in this area of the sector was ignited when a member of my family became unwell during Covid and I was able to see how important high-quality in-home care is and how beneficial it can be for people in need.”

Through financial rewards and opportunities for career development, Georg is determined to address existing issues within the care industry.

“I will look after my carers, pay them fairly and make sure they get the credit they deserve,” he said.

“Care is all I know and I hope my compassion and passion for what we do at Visiting Angels will project across the area to help improve people’s experiences – both caregivers and clients alike.”

For more information about the new venture, go online at www.visiting-angels.co.uk/renfrewshire.