Meet the Hazel Lodge Care Home Team

Hi, I'm Wendy and I'm a Community Lead at Hazel Lodge . I live in Robertsbridge with my little family and I've been part of the team since November 2023.

I have worked in the health and social care sector for over 14 years and have experience in a variety of settings. I am passionate about providing high quality care and supporting the wonderful team here to do the same.
I believe in making a positive impact on the lives of not only our residents but also their friends and families and the best part of my working day is the quality time I get to spend with them all.

Hello, my name is Sharon, and I am the Home Services Advisor at Hazel Lodge. I have worked in both residential, memory and nursing care settings since 2009, and I am passionate about providing the very best support and advice for families when choosing the right care home for their loved one.

I love spending time listening to resident's stories and finding out what is important to them and their families. It's a great privilege to be able work in their home and to be able to be a part of making new memories.  

Outside of work I'm a country girl at heart, I have 2 horses, 2 dogs, 4 tortoises, 7 chicken and my other half to keep me busy! 

I look forward to getting to know all of the wonderful new residents and to welcome them and the Battle community into Hazel Lodge.

Hello , my name is Emma and am a Community Lead at Hazel Lodge .

I enjoy looking after our residents and being part of the team . It is important to me that our residents are looked after well and that I can support other team members in doing the same .

My name is Donna and I am a Community Lead at Hazel Lodge .

I started here in 2023 , shortly after the home opened and have loved seeing the home grow and being part of the amazing team here.

I am committed to offering the very best care for our residents and supporting them and their families in living well at Hazel Lodge. 

My name is Matthew and I joined Barchester Hazel Lodge in October 2024.

I am the Home Administrator and I deal with all aspects of administration in the home to ensure it runs smoothly.

I have been impressed by the dedication and hard work of all who work here. Hazel Lodge is a beautiful, modern home and a truly unique environment to work in.

Hi , My name is Guy and I am Head chef here at Hazel Lodge.

Hello, My Name Is Mark, I have worked for Barchester since 2021, I enjoy the role of maintenance as its very varied not one day is the same. I like to keep the home looking nice and fresh for Residents, Staff and all visitors.  

Previously I’ve worked in different Care Homes/Hotels as a Maintenance Man for many years. I have 3 children and 5 Step children, I love nothing more than a Football kick around, and watching with the children. I enjoy taking our 2 dogs (A Labrador and Springer Spaniel) out for long walks along the beautiful Sussex coast.

Hello , My name is Janice and I am the Head Housekeeper at Hazel Lodge .

I have worked for Barchester for several years and transferred to Hazel Lodge in January 2025 .

My name is Lauren and I work full-time on reception and support the administrator as part of the admin team .

I enjoy being front of house and greeting all our visitors when they arrive.

It's lovely being able to spend time with the residents when they visit the bistro and to chat to the families . 

I have many years of experience in the care industry which supports me in my role as a Senior Carer at ‘Hazel Lodge’.

It's great being part of the team at ‘Hazel Lodge’ and being able to use my skills to provide the very best care for our residents.

I have always enjoyed working in the care sector as it gives me a sense of achievement in supporting older people to live a full life.

My interests are keeping fit and healthy, visiting the gym and having competed in Powerlifting competitions.

I love to set goals and keep motivated. I lead a busy active life whilst maintaining a good social and family life which is important to me.

I’m a strong believer in a positive mental attitude that creates a positive mindset and outcomes.

My name is Marie and I'm a Senior Carer at Hazel Lodge 

My name is Rose and I am a Senior Carer at Hazel Lodge.

I love spending time getting to know our residents and finding out what makes them smile even when they may not be having the best day. 

I am always singing around the home and love to have a go on the karaoke much to the residents amusement.

I started at Hazel Lodge at the beginning of 2023 and enjoy the time spent with the residents . I am passionate about providing the very best care with respect and dignity .

Hello my name is Megan, I am the Activities Coordinator here at Hazel Lodge.

Iv been working for Hazel Lodge for around two years, I started off as a carer, went on to being a General assistant and now have become the Activities Coordinator. Activities is a great fit for me, The largest and best part of my role is ensuring that all of our residents are engaged and that their lives are enriched. I do this by taking in to account of their life story/history, their interests and hobbies. I work towards and do this to promote their wellbeing. I will go above and beyond for anyone and have continued to do this within my job role. 
 

I have over 15 years experience within the care sector.

I enjoy using my skills and knowledge within my role as a carer at ‘Hazel Lodge’ and to be working in a wonderful home with a great team.

It's lovely getting to know our residents so I can provide the best quality care.

Hello ,  my name is Rachel and I am a hostess at Hazel Lodge .

I enjoy talking to the residents and keeping them topped up with cups of tea and cake made by the chef.

Hi , I'm Ruby and I am happy to be part of the Hazel Lodge  hospitality team .

As a hostess I make sure all of our residents and their families have delicious refreshments . I love chatting to them and offering them their favourite treat.

My name is Julie Baughurst and I am a part-time Activities Assistant at Hazel Lodge, I live in Battle with my children and originally started by volunteering in the home in April 2023 .

I love playing a part in entertaining the residents and listening to their stories and previous experiences. Actively enriching the lives of our residents is very important to me.

Hi , I'm Nathan and I'm part of the hospitality team at Hazel Lodge .

I started at Hazel Lodge as a kitchen assistant and after encouragement and support from the team was promoted to 2nd Chef in March 2025.

I love being able to look after the dietary requirements of our residents and creating delicious menus for them to eat.

Hi, I'm Janet, I have worked at Hazel Lodge since Dec 2023 having moved to Hastings to be nearer to my son and his family.
I have worked in different care homes for 11 years, I started as a carer then a senior and now as a Housekeeping assistant.  
I enjoy getting to know the residents and their families, and being part of the Hazel Lodge team. 
I am originally from Nottingham,  I enjoy card making and knitting and following Notts County FC. 
 

Hello. I'm Julian I work at Hazel Lodge along with my wife Janet, I have worked as a Housekeeper in a care home environment for the past 11 years. 
I enjoy making a difference to the home cleaning to a high standard as well as chatting to the residents as I work. 
I am originally from Portsmouth and I support Pompey FC.
 

I am Norman the Labradoodle and I visit Hazel Lodge with my very distinguished friend Clive .

Everyone loves to see us and I particularly like to sit near the tea trolley . We normally start our visit with a few exercises to keep us moving and then finish with a few quizzical questions to keep our minds stimulated as well.