Meet the Bere Grove Care Home Team

My name is Dimitrie and I’m delighted to join this lovely team at Bere Grove as Deputy Manager. 
I have worked in the care sector since 2014 with 10 years of progressive experience.
Also I’m an holder of Bachelor degree in Business Management.
I think it’s vital to have empathy and a passion for enhancing residents care and wellbeing.
My passion is to assist in the drive of my team to provide outstanding quality and service to the residents. 
Seeing the smile on the residents faces whilst fulfilling  their lives is what I love about my role.
Outside of work I love to go to the football matches and also spending time with family and friends.

Hello my name is Jay and I'm the Home Services Advisor here at Bere Grove.

I will be helping you along your journey with us, from your initial enquiry through to becoming a resident within one of our homes' communities. 

No question is a silly question when it comes to our loved ones and with that I am here to help with any queries you may have and to support you in making your decision to join our wonderful home. I will always endeavour to make the process as stress free and seamless for you as possible. I look forward to welcoming you into our wonderful home. 

Hello, My name is Shani and I am the Home Administrator. I am very happy to be working in this beautiful home along side my team, supporting our residents and their loved ones. I have worked in an admin position for a long time now and thoroughly enjoy it. I look forward to meeting all our new residents and supporting them through their time with us.

Hi, I'm Hollie. I have worked in healthcare for six years taking on a variety of roles. I am so proud to be heading up the activity team and supporting our residents with a life-enriching programme of events. I am highly motivated and love sharing my creative and imaginative side with everyone. I truly believe age is just a number and there is nothing we cannot achieve if we work together. 

I like to create a person-centred activity programme so each resident gets the opportunity to enjoy what they love. This is their time to relax, enjoy and have fun.

Hi, my name is Jon, I am the head Chef here at Bere Grove.

I have been in catering for over twenty five years, mainly working in restaurants and hotels.

The knowledge I gained from previous roles within the hospitality industry has helped me settle very comfortably into the role I am in now.

I really enjoy my role here at Bere Grove, apart from the planning and cooking I love the interaction with our fabulous resident

In my time away from Bere Grove I love to go fishing and enjoy baking with my children

Hello, My name is Paul and I am the Head of Maintenance at Bere Grove. I have worked in the care home / maintenance industry for a long time now and thoroughly enjoy the in's and out's of keeping a beautiful home like this up and running. Supporting our residents to live in a safe and luxury environment is top of my list. I feel very privileged to work with Barchester and my team here and look forward to many years at the home.

Paul is also Bere Groves 'Speak Up Champion'

Hello, I'm Ella. I have lived here in England with my two sons for nine years now.

As Head housekeeper, myself and my team will be responsible for the cleanliness and presentation of this beautiful home. I will ensure that everyone who visits will have a memorable and welcoming experience.

Hello I am Jackie and my role here at Bere Grove is as the Admin Assistant.  I am so looking forward to immersing myself into my new role and being part of this dynamic and caring team.

Hey, my name is Caron. I have spent the last eight years caring in the community and really enjoy giving back to our elderly. I am a Senior on the team which means I can support in all aspects of care including the safe delivery of medication. My motto is always to treat people as you want to be treated yourself. It really works. I have three children and currently two grandchildren, but you never know there may be more one day.

Hello, My name is Jade. I am a Senior Carer at Bere Grove. It has been amazing to be part of the opening of this home and to start welcoming our new residents. I am looking forward to the home continuing to grow. I worked in the community for four years and my nature is helping people and making a difference. I have recently been promoted to senior carer and I am excited to continue my career here at Barchester. 

In my spare time i really enjoy time at home and a good documentary.

Hello, my name is Kate and I am a senior night carer here at Bere Grove.

I have 18 years’ experience in care and I am very passionate about quality of care, ensuring residents needs and wishes are met. I love meeting new faces and getting to know the residents.

Hello, my name is Hayley and I am a senior night carer here at Bere Grove.

I have 16 years of experience within care and I love being a part of the team. I love spending time with our residents and getting to know them and their families.  

Hello, I'm Raz and I am the General Assistant here at Bere Grove. 

I enjoy working here and I love talking to and interacting with our residents. I am happy to be a part of this wonderful team and to make sure our residents are having the best time here and receiving first class service. 

Hello, my name is Hayley and I am the Hostess here at Bere Grove. 

I love spending time with the residents and it makes me really smile to see lots of happy faces when the residents all have a cup or tea and a nice big slice of cake in their hand. 

Hi, I am Sarah. For the last 20 years, I worked as an administrator in the Motor trade. I started helping my elderly neighbour with shopping, gardening and delivering meals. I just loved how it made me feel and knew I wanted to pursue a career in care. I then went to care in the community until I joined the Bere Grove team. I enjoy every day, from listening to the stories, making people smile and becoming part of their family.

I have worked in care since I was sixteen. I couldn't imagine doing anything else. From the residents to the team and everything in between. It is a role I really enjoy and love getting to know our residents as well as being an integral part of the team. It really does feel like family.