Meet the Paternoster House 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:

Corina Popescu

General Manager

Hi. My name is Corina and I am the General Manager here at Paternoster House.

My team and I take great pride in providing wonderful care to all our residents. I am a qualified General Nurse, I also have a Masters degree in Business Administration in Health and Social Care which has given me the knowledge and direction to be effective in my job role.

As the General Manager I lead the team to provide care in a holistic approach to our residents. We involve families in all our decision making and are always looking for ways to improve. The most important part of my job is to provide meaning to peoples lives, understand and to nurture.

I take pride in championing others to be the best they can be in their job role. Working in partnership with residents, families and professionals are my core values.  A whole team approach to individual care is at the heart of Paternoster House and my door is always open.

Please do pop in and have a coffee and a chat with me.

 

Anu Kassis

Deputy Manager

Hello, my name is Anu and I am the Deputy Manager here at Paternoster House.  I am passionate about working with the elderly and I am focused on providing the best possible care for them.  It is wonderful to work with such a wonderful team and in a beautiful home that offers our residents fulfilling lives.

Janet Hitimana

Clinical Lead

Hello, my name is Janet and I am the Clinical Lead here at Paternoster House. I loved working as a nurse in this home and being able to provide the best care possible for our residents.  I am responsible for ensuring the highest standards of nursing care as well as a homely and caring environment for all our residents.  

Stacey Neal

Head of Parklands Community

Hello, my name is Stacey and I am head of the Parklands Community here at Paternoster House.  My absolute goal is to make sure myself and the team make our residents happy, provide them with all they need all along with the highest standards of care.   The Parklands Community is designed for those living with dementia and offers residents the opportunity to go into the courtyard and enjoy a range of activities.

Administrator

Desislava Sokolova

Administrator

Hello, my name is Desi and I’m the home administrator here at Paternoster House. It is a privilege to be able to provide support and advice to all our wonderful residents, their families and loved ones on the journey into care and throughout their stay within our home. I live local to Waltham Abbey, and in my spare time love to explore its historical buildings and beautiful surrounding countryside.

Activities Coordinator

Cathy Knowles

Activities Coordinator

Hello, my name is Cathy and I'm the activities coordinator for Paternoster House. Living life to the full is my motto, and I wish to instill this in all our residents, whatever your ability there is something new to learn or try. Life is for enriching and enjoyment. 

I look forward to getting to know you and your loved ones. We are always open to new ideas, if you'd like to contact me please call the home on 01992 787 202 or email me direct on PaternosterHouse.Activities@barchester.com - New entertainers always welcome.

 

Head of Maintenance

Roy Gill

Head of Maintenance

Hello, my name is Roy and I've had the pleasure of working here for over 25 years. As Head of Maintenance I get to work with, and support all departments. My main enjoyment comes from helping our wonderful residents, whether that be assisting them with the latest technology or simply putting up a new picture in their room, it gives me time to get to know them better.  I love to garden and work with the activities team and our residents on the raised beds and have been known to do a spot of flower arranging!

 

Admin Assistant

Loraine Mayers

Admin Assistant

Hello, my name is Loraine and I am part of the administration team here at Paternoster House working on reception.  I started working here in 2020 and I greatly enjoy welcoming visitors into the home, it will usually be myself answering the phone or opening the door.  I love meeting and chatting to residents and their families.  

Oana Cospenda-Luca

Care Practitioner

Hello, my name is Oana and I am one of the Care Practitioners here at Paternoster House. I ensure that residents are provided with a high standard of care and quality of life.  I love Paternoster House and working with the team and residents here.

Lucy Stead

Care Practitioner

Hello, my name is Lucy and I am a Care Practitioner here at Paternoster House Care Home on the Woodlands Residential Community.  I have worked at the home for nearly 5 years and I very much enjoy working with older residents and spending time with them with an absolute focus on person-centred care.

Folashade Ojuade

Care Practitioner

Hello, my name is Folashade and I am one of the Care Practitioners here at Paternoster House care home.  I really enjoy working here and love giving care and support to all our residents to enrich their lives.

Marius Mogosanu

Senior Carer

Hello, my name is Marius and I am a Senior Carer here at Paternoster House. I love working here and being able to make a difference to the lives of our residents every day.  My aim is to provide a warm and caring environment for all of the residents.

Activities Coordinator

Angela Hawkins

Activities Coordinator

Hi my name is Angela, known as Angie, I joined Paternoster House in April 2016 as a care assistant, I have a passion for enriching our residents lives and being part of the Activities Team means I can help them achieve their dreams, keep them motivated and happy.