Technically, my career in care started while I was a hairdresser. I offered to do a client’s hair at her home and began helping her with shopping and outings because her husband was housebound. One day she said to me, “you should become a nurse.” I smiled to myself and thought that would never happen.

Three children later, however, that’s exactly what I did! I qualified as a registered nurse and worked at two hospitals for 15 years. I later worked in a nursing home as a Clinical Manager and was part of a new management team there. I helped to turn around the inadequate rating which was a rewarding challenge. I have since worked in four homes either as Deputy Manager or Registered Manager for both large companies as well as for a private home.

Family means a lot to me. I now have four grandchildren and they are my world. I also love meeting people and getting to know them. I am looking forward to my new post at Lime Tree House, it has a lovely feeling about it when you step in. The staff have been very friendly and welcoming, and it’s been wonderful getting to know the residents. What a great start!