Meet the Mount Tryon Care Home Team

Our wonderful team comprises nurses, carers, activities coordinators, chefs, housekeepers and more. These people are here to ensure that residents enjoy their time at the home and are supported to live life to the fullest. Meet some of our staff below:

Ria Willett

General Manager

Hi, my name is Ria Willett and I am the General Manager at Mount Tryon. Welcome to our website!

My background consists of being an Army intensive care nurse so I am extremely organised, caring and efficient. I have 16 years of nursing experience, which includes 10 years of intensive care experience. I have gained valuable knowledge of caring for residents and understand it is crucial to provide gold standard care for the individual and their families. 

Here at Mount Tryon we have a beautiful home full of wonderful residents and a fantastic team of staff.  We are here to motivate and empower residents to live a fulfilling life in a premium setting. I understand making the decision to move your loved one to a care home can be a daunting experience, but I am here to help you with the journey, answer all of your questions and make the transition a positive one for you and your loved one.

Cristian Munea

Head of Unit

Hello my name is Cristian and I am originally from Romania, qualifying as a Registered nurse in 2005.

I have held various nursing roles at Mount Tryon including Night nurse, Lead nurse on Days and then progressing to the Head of Unit for our Memory Lane residents, where I consider every day is a privilege to be. Mount Tryon is like my second Family....The shortest distance between two people is a smile. Leadership is taking people by the hand without holding and letting go without letting them fall.

 

Barbara Evans

Senior Nurse

Hi, My name is Barbara and I am the Senior Nurse here at Mount Tryon. I am so passionate about my role and feel privileged to be able to support our residents. 

Alphonsa Pious

Nurse

Hi, My Name is Alphonsa and I am a nurse here at Mount Tryon. I love working at Mount Tryon and supporting all our residents and the team.

Helen Ikpeme

Registered Nurse

My name is Helen, I am Registered General Nurse who, out of quest for experience, knowledge, and career progression applied to Barchester healthcare and was fortunate to be employed into the beautiful home called Mount Tryon Care Home. I have worked in the home for over a year and 3 months, and in those days, there have never been any regrets, nor a better yesterday. The support from the team has been next to none. I walk out with my shoulders up high  because I can appreciate the standards and professionalism we uphold and we celebrate the life of all of our residents. I especially love Dementia Nursing and our Memory Lane Unit.  This a true passion in my Nursing.

Timothy Niina

Registered Nurse

My name is Timothy, international educated nurse originally from Ghana. I joined Mount Tryon in January 2023 and have enjoyed my role and the work environment. My joy is to see our residents supported with their daily living and happy with the care we provide. It's a privilege to be a member of Mount Tryon workforce.

Tanya Kostova

Administrator

My name is Tanya Kostova and I am the Administrator at Mount Tryon. I come from Bulgaria and have been working for the company for nearly 15 years. My responsibilities include managing the financial and administrative systems within the home.

I qualified as a midwife in Bulgaria in 1999 and also worked as a dental nurse before I came to the UK and joined Barchesterwhere I had the opportunity to develop new skills and gain a qualification in Business Administration.

Annmarie Scourfield

Activities Coordinator

Hi, My name is Annmarie and I am the Lead Activities Coordinator here at Mount Tryon Care Home. I am passionate about supporting our residents and supporting them to take part in person centered activities. It is important to me that we are encouraging our residents to do the things they enjoy and build a happy, sociable environment for them. 

Sue Forshaw

Sue Forshaw

Head Chef

Hi, I’m Sue and I’m the Head Chef here at Mount Tryon. This was my first venture into the care sector, although I have been working as a chef for over 40 years and bring with me a wealth of experience. It is my passion to deliver nutritious, home-cooked food to everyone we support. I'm happy to say that I love my job!

Scott Vincent

Head of Maintenance

I have been working in the facility maintenance industry for over 30 years. This is my second spell with Barchester, for whom I previously worked as a Regional Maintenance Coordinator. I am back in the fold at Mount Tryon as Head of Maintenance, where the staff and residents have made me feel most welcome. I am enjoying working in this great home and hope to continue making it a wonderful and safe place for residents, guests and staff alike.

Gemma Short

Head of Housekeeping

Hi, my name is Gemma. I joined the hospitality industry after moving to Torquay from Wolverhampton in 2002.  I spent 18 years gaining knowledge and experience and bought this with me when I joined Mount Tryon in 2020. When I joined Mount Tryon it was the first time I had worked in the care sector. I started as a Housekeeping assistant and then progressed to Laundry which is the area I really love. I have recently progressed to Head of Housekeeping which is something I am very proud of. I enjoy interacting with the residents and I am extremely passionate about making sure they live in a happy and comfortable environment.

Irene Hewings

Physiotherapy Assistant

Irene has worked at Mount Tryon for 3 years and started her employment as a Care Assistant.  She is a very proactive sportswoman out of work, completing numerous marathons for charity.  Her personal knowledge of fitness enhances the commitment she offers in her role as a Physio Assistant

Janine Murray

Care Assistant

Hi my name is Janine, working in retail for many years has given me the opportunity to meet customers from various walks of life, I've been in care for 6 years, it's where my true passion was forged. I enjoy working with residents, their history and their stories, they amaze me. I've worked at mount Tryon for the last 4 years. Over the past year I have become a senior which I never thought I would achieve. Things I'm passionate about, food, travel, and my dogs and caring for the community.

Eva Gyamfi

Care Assistant

Hi there! I'm Eva, and I've been dedicated to providing compassionate care at Mount Tryon for close to two years. My journey in healthcare began with a passion to make a positive impact on people's lives, and every day, I'm grateful for the opportunity to support and uplift our residents. I believe in fostering a warm and welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and heard. Outside of work, you can often find me curled up with a good book. I look forward to meeting you and being a part of your journey at Mount Tryon!