TWO lifelong friends have launched a new care business.

Susannah Deuk and Anita Bramley, both 43, have many years experience in the health and social care industry.

The new firm is called Caremark Brighton and Hove.

Susannah, a mother to six children, worked in a variety of roles, supporting autistic children and those with learning disabilities.

She then spent a long time working as a care manager within community mental health services.

Business partner and best friend, Anita, who has two children, previously worked as an occupational therapist and has experience working with those struggling with their mental health.

She has worked in acute physical, forensic and community mental health teams.

Both are keen to draw from their professional experiences and the qualifications completed whilst working in the health and social care sector.

They will need to employ around 20 staff by the end of the year.