Meet the Silverbirch House Care Home Team

Hello, My name is Cristina. I am the Deputy Manager here at Silverbirch House. I have worked in the care industry for 6 years, working my way up from care assistant to a deputy manager. In this time I completed a nurse associate university programme, leading me to become a registered nurse associate in 2023. Supporting our residents, their families and my team is something that I pour my heart and soul into, their happiness and wellbeing mean a lot to me. I am proud to work in this beautiful home and I look forward to watching it grow. 

Hello, My name is Cosmin. I am the Care Community Lead here at Silverbirch House. I am really excited to be supporting our residents here and working in this beautiful environment. I have been in the care industry now for 6 years, working my way up, I have worked hard to get my Nursing Associate Degree. I am extremely passionate about caring for our residents and I feel very lucky that I get to make a positive impact daily on their lives and the lives of their loved ones. 

Hi, My name is Paul and I am the Home Services Advisor here at Silverbirch House. I support potential residents and their families through the decision-making process regarding care within our home's community. I am committed to ensuring that every resident and their families are listened to and that the interaction is valued. Finding a safe and happy home opens the door to a new chapter of life, thriving and peace of mind for all involved. With a career spanning the globe providing solutions across diverse sectors, I am deeply passionate about contributing to a team dedicated to providing warm, compassionate care in a luxurious environment where residents can truly thrive and enjoy life to the fullest.

Hello, My name is Nicky and I am the Administrator at Silverbirch House.  I joined Barchester in January, having worked in the care industry for 20 years I have always heard great things about the company and am pleased to be working here in this beautiful home.

I take great pride in my work and I am happy to be in a position that supports my colleagues, our residents and our families. I am also the homes 'Speak Up' Champion, meaning my colleagues can come to me confidentially to discuss any work matters they wish. this is something I am very proud of. 

I have two grown children and I love animals. I also spend a lot of my spare time watching most sports. I am very happy to be part of this team. 

Hello, My name is Sange and I am the Head Chef here at Silverbirch House. I have been a chef for over 25 years, I had a long and successful career as a chef in the army. Once I left the army, I started working as a care home chef and it is something I thoroughly enjoy. Cooking is my passion and I feel privileged to be able to provide our residents with delicious and nutritional meals on a daily basis. I take great pride in my menus and the food I cook to ensure the residents have meals they want and enjoy. I am really happy to be part of the team here and working in such a beautiful environment. 

Hello, my name is Lee I am the Head of Maintenance. I joined Barchester because they have a good reputation as one of the industry leaders and they have won lots of awards. I used to run my own business as a multi-skilled tradesman and worked as a facilities manager looking after three schools, so I have a lot of experience in compliance and health and safety. I am proud to join Barchester, as I know I will be able to expand my skills and I can advance my career.

In my own time, I enjoy family time with my four girls and I am excited that I will soon be a grandad. I still haven’t accepted the fact that at 44 years of age, I shouldn’t spend 3 times a week and every Sunday running around the football pitch or playing golf. Occasionally I will rest my legs and watch a bit of Netflix.

Originally from Bulgaria, Darina Dyulgerova has been living in the UK since 2015. With extensive experience in the hospitality and care home sectors, she is dedicated to maintaining a comfortable, and welcoming environment for our residents. Passionate about her work, Darina takes pride in going above and beyond to enhance residents' daily lives. An art graduate, she continues to enjoy painting in her spare time. Darina’s skills, dedication, and artistic flair make her an invaluable member of our team.

Hello, my name is Asma. I work as the receptionist and administration assistant at Silverbirch House. Since joining the team, I've felt a strong connection with Barchester, and have enjoyed bonding with my new colleagues. Everyone at Silverbirch has been so kind and helpful to me. I'm proud to be the first person in my family to graduate, with a degree in computer science and engineering. I'm confident that Barchester will help me to further develop my skills and shape my life. I'm also a mother of two beautiful children and have a wonderful family. My biggest wish is for my parents to visit from India so I can show them where I work and the incredible Barchester family I'm a part of. I consider Silverbirch House my new home, and I hope you will too.

Meet Bob, Silverbirch’s Resident Ambassador. 

Bob was the first resident to move in to his new forever home, when we opened our doors just a few short weeks ago. We are delighted for him to take on this role. Bob was born in Gateshead before moving to Surrey for his career in his 20’s. He had a very successful career as a Health and Safety Manager at an Oil Company. He has 3 sons and 6 grandchildren who he is extremely proud of.

You will usually find Bob in our Cafe with a hot drink and listening to Opera his favourite kind of music. Come along join us for a coffee, some home-made cake. Meet the team and of course Bob and the other residents too.

Hi, I'm Kopila. I bring over two decades of experience in the healthcare sector. My journey in healthcare began in Nepal, where I worked as a nurse. Fast forward to today, I've committed myself to caring for the elderly and those battling dementia at Barchester. Since taking on this role, my motivation and passion have only grown. I find this job incredibly rewarding, being able to make such a difference in each individual's life. So, every day, I strive to positively impact the residents' wellbeing, whether it's through a simple hello or a heartfelt conversation. Knowing that even the smallest of things can brighten someone's day drives me forward. However, being part of such an amazing team makes this work all the more fulfilling. Rest assured, your loved ones are in safe hands.

I'm Kelvin Mbugua, originally from Kenya and proud to be a part of the Silverbirch House team. What drew me to Barchester was their outstanding support, commitment to training, and the clear path for career progression. But what really sealed the deal for me was the warm welcome I received from the team, who embrace diversity and work together to ensure our residents receive the best care possible. Working at Silverbirch home has been incredibly rewarding. Every day, I have the privilege of helping our residents and making a positive impact on their lives. Seeing them achieve their personal goals is truly inspiring and reminds me why I love what I do.

My name is Mihaela and I'm originally from Romania. I'm a compassionate and dedicated care assistant with seven years of experience in elderly care, working with residents in a nursing home. I'm passionate about elder care, skilled at managing schedules and supporting residents and promoting their independence. I am culturally sensitive, with the ability to provide both physical and emotional support to residents. I'm very happy to have the opportunity to be part of the Silverbirch House family.

My name is Cristian, and I'm thrilled to be part of the team here at Silverbirch House. From the moment I stepped through the doors, I felt a sense of belonging and knew this was the perfect place for me. The warmth of the residents and the dedication of my colleagues convinced me that I was in the right place and that working here would provide me with a chance to contribute to a wonderful and modern care home. With nine years of experience in providing care, I'm eager to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents. It's my mission to ensure that each resident receives the same level of care and support that I would give to my own family members. Barchester have provided me with both time and training to help me grow personally and professionally. I look forward to continuing to develop my skills and knowledge, enriching the lives of our residents along the way.

Hello, my name is Doina. Originally from Romania, I moved to the UK in January 2019. I began my career as a carer in a nursing home before transitioning to community care after two years. I cherished the experience and the people I met eventually it was time for a change for me. I joined Barchester and am now part of the wonderful team at Silverbirch House. I look forward to welcoming you to our warm and caring community.

Maridel joined Silverbirch House after gaining valuable experience at a care home in Cobham and working in social services back home in the Philippines. Her passion for care began when she looked after her mum, inspiring her to dedicate her career to helping others.
Outside of work, Maridel enjoys TV, movies, and travelling, but her favourite part of the job is getting to know the residents and being part of their lives. She’s a valued member of the Silverbirch House team, bringing warmth and compassion to everything she does.

Laila brings over 10 years of experience in nursing and residential care to Silverbirch House, alongside her part-time role in the ultrasound and X-ray departments at the Royal Surrey Hospital. Her passion for care grew while nursing her grandmother through COVID and supporting her recovery from long COVID. In her free time, Laila enjoys staying active at the gym, walking in nature, and relaxing with a good movie. Inspired by her grandmother, she loves working at Silverbirch House, where she’s dedicated to making a positive impact on residents’ lives every day.

My name is Elia Fernandes, I am a dedicated professional in the care industry since 2017, I joined Barchester in 2024. I am passionate about my work and thrive in the dynamic environment provided by Barchester. I see working within such a large organisation as an opportunity for continuous growth and learning. What I value the most about Barchester is the sense of community and compassion that flows throughout the organisation. I am surrounded by a diverse team of individuals, each with their own cultural backgrounds and aspirations. Despite these differences, we all share a common goal: the well-being of the residents we serve.

As a diligent and empathetic professional with experience in people and data management. 
I've always had a passion for jobs that involve helping others and making a positive impact, whether it is providing practical or emotional support to vulnerable, homeless, physically, or mentally challenged individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

I choose to work with Barchester because I believe in her vision and value statement. Barchester provides a breath of fresh air of what I believe residential/care homes should be. The residents see it as a home away from home (as it should be), and the staff are well treated with respect and adequate support, training etc

Working alongside like-minded management to achieve a common goal is quite refreshing and gives me a sense of fulfilment each day because no two days are the same.

My name is Daniel. I began my culinary journey in England in 2015, working as a chef in various care homes. Having completed all my qualifications, I am now ready and awaiting the opportunity to step into a head chef role. Cooking runs in my family as both my grandmother and father were chefs, so joining the culinary world felt like a natural path for me. I have a deep passion for creating delicious meals for residents with dysphagia and have specialised training in molecular gastronomy to ensure everyone enjoys their dining experience. I look forward to bringing my skills and passion to the table as I continue to grow in my career.

My name is Bimala, and I moved to the UK in 2010 from my hometown of Pokhara, Nepal, a place known for its stunning mountain ranges. I have a background in caregiving and am now proud to serve as a housekeeper here at Silverbirch House. In my free time, I love going for walks and watching movies. I look forward to contributing to the warm and welcoming environment at Silverbirch House.