Dementia team

I have worked within the care industry for over 25 years; I started out as a carer looking after people with learning difficulties and sensory impairments. Now my focus is on the delivery of high-quality care and support to all residents in Barchester's care homes and hospitals. I have worked in and managed many different types of care services including a home for people recovering from drug and alcohol dependency, a care home for deaf blind people, as well as various residential services for the elderly. I have always returned to my passion and that is the care of people living with dementia. I have a couple of family members living with dementia so I feel I have a good understanding of the sort of pressures faced by families and carers. I have been working as a dementia care specialist for several years and I really enjoy supporting our homes to offer the highest possible specialist dementia care for our residents/their families and the staff teams.  

I have worked within care industry for just over 25years; I started out as a carer looking after people with learning disabilities and sensory impairments. I have worked in and managed many different types of care services including a home for people recovering from drug and alcohol dependency, a care home for deaf blind people, as well as various residential services for the elderly. I have always returned to my passion and that is the care of people living with dementia. I have a couple of family members living with dementia so I feel I have a good understanding of the sort of pressures faced by families and carers. I have been working as a dementia care specialist for several years and I really enjoy supporting our homes to offer the highest possible specialist dementia care for our residents/their families and the staff teams.

I have worked with people living with dementia since the age of 16 as a care assistant.  Finding a passion for this area of specialty I qualified as a Registered General Nurse in 2007 and later completed a Master’s of Science degree in Dementia Care, in 2012.  I have worked in a number of roles in the private sector, including, Nurse, Head of Unit, Deputy and General Manager.  Over the last few years however, I have worked as a consultant/specialist in the area and worked in Brisbane, Australia for nearly two years. Wherever it may be in the world, I will always have a strong desire to help improve care standards and the lives of those affected by dementia.

 My Name is Pippa and I have worked at Shawford Springs since it opened in March 2023. I am one of the care team but I am also a  Dementia Champion for the home. I am passionate about resident inclusion, enabling our residents to feel independent and purposeful. I enjoy ensuring residents continue with their hobbies and interests and also discover new ones. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with me family and my two French Bull dogs Frank and Vinnie  

Hello, My name is Maria and I create and deliver the person centred life enrichment at Elgar Court.  I have a wealth of experience in the care industry from managing homes, working as a senior care to designing theatre costumes for many years.  I bring with me, warmth, understanding, care and activities pizazz for all our residents and staff!  

Hi, my name is Ancy. I am a Senior Care Assistant, I began my journey in August 2022 as a Care Assistant in a sister home of Barchester. Working with elderly residents is immensely rewarding and I am supported in pursuing a career growth to enhance their quality of care and lifestyle. With my dedicated team, we consistently maintain high standards, ensuring residents receive exceptional care and quality of life.

Hello, my name is Catherine and I've been in my role as Senior Carer at Shawford Springs since December 2023. I have worked in the care sector for a number of years  and I am passionate about caring for those living with a diagnosis of Dementia. When I'm not working I enjoy walking with my dog Bella who has a gentle and calming nature and loves people    

Hello, My name is Patsy and I am from beautiful South America, Lima Peru, the home of Paddington Bear.  My husband is English, and we have a son and a Golden Retriever called Sienna, I relocated to the UK from Peru 23 years ago, I now live locally very close to Shawford Springs    I am a people person, compassionate and caring having cared for, and nursed my Grandmother in her later years. I wanted to bring happiness to peoples lives and searched for a long time for the best environment to enable me to achieve this, and this is the path that lead me to Shawford Springs.  In my spare time I love to cook, and dance - Sometimes at the same time! I also enjoy running to music.

Hello, my name is Cristian I am originally from Romania I qualified as Nurse (RGN) in 2002. I have held different nursing positions at Mount Tryon, commencing on nights, then as lead nurse on days and now have the privilege of working on our "Memory Lane" unit as the Head of Unit. I enjoy working at Mount Tryon and consider them 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.

Hello, I'm Rachel, and I feel incredibly grateful to be working as an activities assistant at Snowdrop Place. As a part of the activities team, I take immense pride in contributing to the life enrichment program for our residents. Being able to spend quality time with them, participate in events that they cherish, and encourage their involvement in activities that they love brings me an immense sense of joy and fulfilment. When I'm not at work, I love to indulge in two of my favourite hobbies - reading and taking my furry friends for long walks. Matilda, my adorable basset, and my rescue dog Massie, are my constant companions. They keep me active and entertained, and I always look forward to spending time with them. Whether we're exploring new walking trails or snuggling up with a good book, I adore every moment I get to spend with my furry friends.      

Hey, I'm Ben and I am a senior carer here at Mortain Place. I have over 7 years experience in the care industry, and have my level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care.  The thing I love most about my job is enriching the lives of our residents in each and every way possible. Being a carer is not just about the care, it is everything else that goes with it. I love getting to know our residents and their families inside out and adding to their care plans to ensure the best possible care. In my spare time I enjoy going to concerts with friends.   

Hi, my name is Ashley and  I feel extremely proud to be a part of the Snowdrop team. I started my journey with Barchester Healthcare as a carer through their sponsorship programme. My role included providing compassionate care to patients and ensuring their daily needs were met with utmost care and attention. As time went by, I was given the opportunity to develop my skills and progress professionally. I worked hard and eventually became a senior carer, which was a great accomplishment for me.  I was also given a chance to become a dementia champion. This role is special to me as it allows me to use my knowledge and experience to support patients with dementia and their families. I strive every day to make a positive impact in their lives and help them to live with dignity and respect. I am grateful for the opportunities that Barchester Healthcare has given me, and I am proud to be a part of the Snowdrop team.

Jas is one of our Senior Carers. She has worked in the care industry for 8 years. She joined the Wilton Place family in 2023 and is one of our Dementia Champions. She bought with her experience in specialist dementia care and a passion for exceptional, compassionate care for our residents. She takes pride in supporting us to recognise the unique needs and challenges each resident faces, ensuring their needs and preferences are met. Jas also supports resident's families, she is a friendly and approachable team member.

Hello, My name is Kerrie and I provide the unique life enrichment for residents at Elgar Court.  I moved to Malvern 12 years ago to live with my fiance and we have two tortoises and a snake.  I love to play Dungeons and Dragons with my friends.  I am very 'outdoorsy' and used to ride horses and compete nationally in athletics, specialising in track and field for Redditch and Bromsgrove athletics club.  In my spare time, I love being in the kitchen and making treats for my family.  

I am Esther, a dedicated mental health nurse and unit manager on memory lane.  I specialise in dementia by creating a supportive therapeutic environment  for both residents and staff. I have worked for Barchester for 9 years and I love my job. I am very passionate with my role and I work to the best of my ability to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for the residents providing them with exceptional care and support.

Hi there! I am Krzysztof and I am the Deputy Manager at Rose Water Place. I have been dedicated to providing compassionate care for over a decade. My journey in care began in 2012 as a Care Assistant, where I quickly developed a passion for making a positive impact on residents' lives. I have previously work as a Senior Care Assistant and a Team Leader. In these roles, I focused on ensuring smooth operations, supporting care staff, and creating a safe, supportive environment for residents, especially those with dementia. Now, I am excited to start a new chapter in my career as the Deputy Manager at Rose Water Place. In this role, I look forward to continuing my commitment to high-quality care and effective team management. What drives me is a genuine desire to improve the lives of those I care for. I strive to foster a warm and positive atmosphere for both residents and staff, ensuring everyone feels valued and supported. Thank you for taking the time to learn a bit about me. I’m excited to continue this journey and bring my passion for high-quality care to new challenges and opportunities.

My name is Gladys Dzowa and I am a Senior carer here at Rose Water Place. Before becoming a Senior Carer I worked as a care assistant. I have managed to thrive and grow within Barchester. I am a self driven individual works to exceed expectations. I have worked in end of life care, helping residents on palliative care be as comfortable as possible in their last days of life. I am looking forward to provide the best quality of care and also meet the individuals needs by giving person centred care.

My name is Loveness and I am a Care Assistant at Rose Water Place. I am driven and energetic with strong interpersonal skills. I have experience with accurate reporting and effective communication skills. I have a wealth of experience working with multi disciplinary teams to respond to needs of vulnerable people. I am eager to contribute to team success through hard work attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.  I  am motivated to learn, grow and excel in the field of care and providing excellent support services.

My name is Remee and I am a Care Assistant at Rose Water Place. I have previously look after children in a nursery but caring for the elderly and vulnerable has always been something that I have been interested in and I am passionate about health and social care. I am good with people and have a friendly approach and caring attitude which is important when looking after our residents and will help me progress further with my career.

My name is Aimee and I am one of the Senior Carers at Rose Water Place. I have been working in social care for over 23 years and started working for Barchester in 2019 as a senior care assistant.  I gained a lot of knowledge and experience and progressed to train as a care practitioner, where I was able to put my skills and knowledge to use working along side Registered Nurses. I decided to change roles as I wanted to gain more knowledge and learn another side of the business and became part of the administration team, where I progressed from admin assistant to administrator.   This made me realise that my passion is caring for residents and interacting with them.   I have now transferred to Rose Water Place to lead a team of care assistants to provide the best possible care.

My name is Tendai and I am a care assistant at Rose Water Place. I am a free-spirited individual, embracing the joys of motherhood.  I delight in various activities, including travelling, reading devotional books and constantly elevating myself to become a better version. As a care assistant, I bring this same spirit of growth and nurturing to my role.  Embracing the joys of motherhood has taught me the importance of passion and constant self-improvement.  Just as I strive to elevate myself, I am dedicated to uplifting those I care for.  Providing the residents with the support and encouragement they need to thrive.  I find immense fulfilment in caring for others and fostering open communication, ensuring that each individual feels valued and understood.  

My name is Madalena and I am a care assistant at Rose Water Place. I have a passion for caring for the elderly.  With almost 2 years of experience in the care industry, I have developed a strong set of skills and a track record of success.  Having passion to help and care for the elderly pushed me to work in the care sector.  Giving dignity to the elderly, the best of their lving to end of life, to respect and show them love.

My name is Neave and I work as a hostess and housekeeping assistant at Rose Water Place. I have worked in hospitality for 2 years and I am passionate about giving everyone I serve the best service. I love being able to sit with the residents and hear about their stories and build a relationship with them.

Hi, my name is Randy and I am a care assistant at Rose Water Place. I am a very caring care assistant and I enjoy helping older people to have an impressive range of quality care services that are tailored to their needs, preferences and interests, enabling them to live fulfilling lives.  As well as providing permanent and short term care, my passion is to deliver to our residents the highest standard of care and putting each individuals needs, desires and choices at the heart of the care we provide. 

My name is Felicia and I am a care assistant at Rose Water Place. I have worked in the car sector for 4 1/2 years and I am extremely passionate about my job.  Because I love what I do, I have a source of motivation that drives me to do my best. I am competent and able to build a good rapport with the residents and members of staff.  My passionate nature allows me to place residents needs preferences and dreams at the centre of what I do.

Hi, my name is Januka and I am at care assistant at Rose Water Place. I have completed my diploma in nursing in Oasis Medical College, Bharatpur in Nepal.  I have 4 years experience in ICU.  I am a friendly, cheerful person and passionate about helping people in their time of need.  I truly love caring, helping and interacting with the residents which gives me great satisfaction.

Hello, my name is Daiva and I am a care assistant and proud to be part of the team at Rose Water Place. I have 5 years experience working in assisted living facilities.  I was drawn to Barchester for their outstanding support, commitment to training and the clear path for career progression.  I am friendly, hard working and committed to residents wellbeing and safety.  At Rose Water Place, we strive to make the residents lives stimulating and fulfilling as possible and committed to ensuring independence, dignity and choice in every aspect of their daily life.  They may forget what you said but they will not forget how you made them feel.