Meet the Chalfont Lodge Care Home Team

Our trained team of professionals work together to create the best possible experience for those living in the home, striving to deliver excellent care services in a warm, homely environment. You can find out more about some of our wonderful staff members below:

Raj Boodhoo

Raj Boodhoo

General Manager

Hi, my name is Raj Boodhoo and I am the General Manager here at Chalfont Lodge. Welcome to our website!

I have been a registered nurse for over 20 years. I graduated at Kings College London. I have worked in a variety of health & Social Care settings throughout my career, including NHS &Community, private hospitals, rehabilitation, long term care, project manager, education and dementia care. I am committed to delivering the very highest standard of care to residents within the home, offering them an opportunity to enjoy life. I enjoy leading my team in a way in which they are empowered to use their skills, knowledge & experience for the wellbeing of those we support.

Ovidiu Gall

Clinical Deputy Manager

I am a compassionate and dedicated individual driven by a deep sense of purpose to care for others. I am a registered nurse and I have always worked hard to ensure that the people we care for are safe and comfortable. My motivation comes from making positive impacts on people’s lives, forming meaningful connections with patients, their families, and my peers.

Having been promoted through various roles, including Peripatetic Nurse in 2022 and Home Clinical Lead in 2023 , I improved care standards, adapted to new environments, and supported clinical teams. As newly appointed Deputy Manager in April 2024, I oversee operations, staff management, and care planning, prioritizing residents' well-being and positive outcomes. My career showcases dedication to healthcare and continuous improvement, aiming to be a role model and support my peers in maintaining high standards of person-centred care. I look forward to welcoming you to Chalfont Lodge!

Raluca Bursuc

Raluca Bursuc

Clinical Lead

Hello and welcome to Chalfont Lodges Website. My name is Raluca and I am the Clinical Lead here. I am extremely passionate about caring for our residents and ensuring they settle into our home comfortably. I look forward to welcoming you.

Maria Palacious

Head Of Turnberry

Hello my name is Maria and I'm the Head of our Turnberry community. I love being a nurse and helping people. I have a wonderful team and love being a part of the Chalfont Lodge Community!

Mansukh Chander Msc, Bsc, MCSP, ACPIN

Mansukh Chander Msc, Bsc, MCSP, ACPIN

Physiotherapist

Mansukh Chander is a professionally qualified and specialised physiotherapist with a master’s degree in neurological conditions. With her extensive experience in the assessment and management of patients with complex neurological need, Mansukh also provides the evidence based rehabilitation and physiotherapy treatment to orthopaedic conditions together with multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, Parkinson's disease, and post-operative care. She uses her knowledge to support other healthcare professional for wheelchair assessments and orthotics.

Mansukh works closely with her clients and their families, as well as other healthcare professional to provide a holistic treatment in order to achieve the maximum functional results and helps client to achieve their goals.

Isabel Swinhoe-Standen

Music Therapist

Hi, my name is Isabel but go by Izzy. I qualified as a Music Therapist in 2015 from Anglia Ruskin University and lived and worked for some years in Cambridge. I completed my second master's in Mental Health Science in 2020 whilst living in France before moving to Bucks to work across three NHS hospitals specialising in dementia and rehabilitation. I am passionate about the power of music and music therapy for older people and those living with dementia, and about strengthening connections between research and practice. As well as working for Barchester I run community choirs and teach the piano locally and in my spare time, I enjoy yoga and spending time outdoors.

Jacqui Steuer

Administrator

I joined Barchester in 2017 as administrator at another nursing home in High Wycombe and recently transferred to Chalfont Lodge.  Having raised a family, my career started in the customer service/financial sector, working for various organisations. Having always been a people person, it has been so rewarding getting to know all our lovely residents and families. I love being part of a team that is passionate about providing high quality care and exceptional service.

Alex Perkins & Louise Doyle

Activities Team

Hello, I’m Alex the Activities Lead at Chalfont Lodge, working with me is Louise Doyle. I've worked at Chalfont Lodge for 8 years now. I originally started off as a volunteer and fell in love with the residents, families and staff. Since then, I've been an Activity assist, Activity Coordinator and now the head of the department! Activities are my passion and I love creating an environment where all of the residents can thrive and do what they love!

Zbigniew Kuczynski 'Zibi'

Head Chef

Hi, I am Zibi and I have been working at Chalfont Lodge since 2014 when I joined as the 2nd chef, during the last 7 years I have got to know our residents well, all the special meals they enjoy and helped to celebrate their special occasions like birthdays and special family days.

I have worked in a variety of places, hotels locally and in VIP private hospitality with the well known chef Michel Roux 

I'm very proud to have been promoted Head Chef here at Chalfont Lodge and look forward to delivering even more fantastic food with my team for the people living and visiting the home.

Tomasz Wilczek

Head of Maintenance

Hello my name is Tomasz and I am happy to say I am the Head of Maintenance at Chalfont Lodge. I love to learn all about our wonderful residents, ensuring that their home is well maintained, safe and comfortable, both in their own personal space as well as the communal areas within the home.

Digir Kaur

Head House Keeper

Hi I'm Dil and I’m the Head house keeper at Chalfont Lodge. I love making sure the home is a lovely environment for everyone to enjoy!