Our Staff

All the staff that work in the home are direct-employees

Being direct-employees means continuity of care and facilitates a "family" atmosphere. The home has a comprehensive training programme and a high proportion of its staff have achieved NVQ qualifications.

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Ann Howe RGN General Manager Ann is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years experience and holds the Registered Managers Award (RMA)   During her career in the care sector Ann has worked as a Unit Manager, Deputy Manager and for the last few years as a Home Manager for a large nursing home.  Ann is qualified in tissue viability, palliative care and holds a certificate in mentorship for adaptation nurses.  Ann is committed to staff development via internal and external training to ensure a holistic approach to resident’s care.

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Wendy Anderson Manager of the Nursing Care Unit Wendy Anderson RGN has many years experience of looking after older people. She has achieved the Registered Manager’s and A1 Assessor awards and leads her team to deliver the highest standards of care.

Louise Frampton Sales Co-ordinator Finding the right Nursing Home can sometimes prove to be a daunting prospect.  Louise is on hand to guide family members and friends through the various stages from  the initial viewing of the home through to the date of admission.  Providing information and guidance relating to the admission procedure ensures a smooth transition for new residents whether coming from home or hospitals.

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Alina Cioc Manager of the Dementia Unit Alina Cioc RGN holds a Masters Degree in general nursing. In addition Alina is a tissue viability specialist with over 15 years experience of working within various areas of the care sector looking after elderly people.

Sue Allbury Manager of the Nursing Care Suites Sue Allbury RGN manages the Nursing Care Suites at Cornford House.  She has been involved in the care of older people for many years.

Vivienne Littlechild Social Co-Ordinator Viv has over 30 years experience within the care sector and holds the Registered Managers Award and NVQ Level 2 and 4 in care.  She also has specialist training in dementia and palliative care.  Her aim is to build relationships with residents and families and provide a stimulating environment where the individuals social needs compliment their care needs.

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Paul Vidler Financial Administrator Paul has worked at Cornford House for five years. He looks after all the accounts for the home and liaises with relatives on financial matters.

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Angie Hill Team Leader Angie has been at Cornford House for five years. Whilst at the Home she has undertaken training to achieve NVQ level 3.

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Jackie Presnell Head Chef Jackie has been working at Cornford House for seventeen years. She is qualified to City & Guilds 706/1 and 2. She enjoys catering for individual tastes and requirements.