Meet the Derham House 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:

Sharon Osborne

General Manager

Hello, and welcome to our website. My name is Sharon and I am the General Manager of Derham House care home. 

I am proud to be leading the fantastic team at Derham House to provide the very best care and lifestyle for all of the residents.  

My vision is to create a 'home from home' environment, where residents are actively involved in organising events, making decisions, and planning their care. 

Our door is always open to visitors who want to experience our family-friendly atmosphere and I am always ready to speak to anyone who is starting to explore their future care needs.

 

Patience Katsande

Registered Nurse

My name is Patience and I qualified with a diploma in 2004. I worked on the Channel Islands for 14 years on dementia & rehabilitation wards. I progressed through my professional practice attaining a clinical practice degree at the University of Southampton. I joined Barchester in 2019 working as a senior nurse on our memory lane community.  I not only enjoy my responsibilities but I work to make a difference in other people’s lives. Nursing is a part of me not just a job and I am fortunate to be able to do something I love every day.

Ritica Radulescu

Registered General Nurse

My name is Ritica, I am a Registered General Nurse at Derham House.

I joined Derham house in July 2021, and I have worked for Barchester since 2014. My role is to ensure that all residents are provided with the best possible care.  My goal is to promote wellness and quality care for residents, focusing on dignity, respect and choice.

Kay Thompson

Activities Coordinator

I have worked in the care sector for many years. I am fully trained in dementia awareness, and I have also trained as a dignity champion. I have been working here at Derham House since March 2019, and I am really enjoying my role here.

Andy Fillary

Head of Maintenance

I joined the team in 2018 and, since then, I have also taken on the role of Health & Safety Champion. It is my duty to keep the building in good repair and ensure everyone’s safety.

Derham House is a lovely home with beautiful scenery, and everyone who visits us is guaranteed a warm and welcoming hello. I take great pride in our wonderful gardens and I ensure that our home is kept to a very high standard.

I’m here to help in any way I can, and will always make time for a quick chat.

Saida Stepanaviciene

Head of Housekeeping

Saida has worked at Derham House from 2007.  She started as Housekeeping Assistant and now she manages the department. Thanks to Saida and her team of ladies in pink, Derham House is proud of its reputation for cleanliness. Saida appreciates how important the home environment is for residents and her team make a wonderful effort everyday.

Kerri Ward

Admin Assistant

Hi my name is Kerrie and I started working at Derham House in November 2021.  I have previously worked as a carer and loved spending time with the residents.  I am really enjoy working in an environment where I feel part of a team who go out of their way to help our residents and families in any way we can.

Idris Bangbala

Carer

Hi, my name is Idris and I am one of the Carers here at Derham House.

I became a Carer because there is nothing more rewarding than making a positive impact on someone's life and improving their happiness. Since working at Derham House I have enjoyed being part of this great team and getting to know the residents, I love putting a smile on their faces each day.

My family is very important to me and I want the families of each resident to know that I am caring for their loved one in the way that I would want my family cared for.