Onny Cottage Residential Home

As the Service Provider and Registered Manager at Onny Cottage, Linda holds a BSC (Hons) in Occupational Therapy, and her background allows her to deliver a unique service in a small homely environment.

She is passionate about using occupation to reduce ailments of health conditions and aging and her commitment to reducing falls and pressure care have been acknowledged by professionals.

At the heart of the home is a humanistic approach and through Linda's relationship centred approach; residents, families and the care team are supported to navigate through life's challenges with autonomy and confidence. She believes it is all about self worth.

Through teaching and encouraging compensatory techniques and the use of specialised equipment alongside the importance of daily physical activity , residents are enabled to live comfortably and age well, and the team are empowered to provide a good quality service.

Linda has been awarded accreditation from The Royal College of Occupational Therapy for contributing to best practice, and is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Emily holds a BSc in Sports Coaching (Disability) which is evident in her daily practice through her practical skills and knowledge in coaching, physical activity, and inclusive practice has helped residents with rehabilition and maintaining an active lifestyle.

Emily works with residents and healthcare professionals to ensure effective care and manages a robust mediction management system and Person Centred Software System that keeps the service up to date to provide digital compliance.

Emily is experienced at creating person centred care plans and reviews, working with local GP's and the Multi Disciplinary team to ensure good health of residents.

Emily is a key part in a residents transition into a new home and completes initial assessments to ensure all health needs are met and flags any concerns or changes to the Registered Manager.

As part of the Association for Dementia Studies at the University of Worcester, Emily champions Physical Activity for People Affected by Dementia.

Emily has recently acheived the Level 4 Leadership in Health and Social Care and is now working towards the Level 5 Registered Manager Award.

Donna has a backgroud in care and now specialises in the cooking of nutritious food for all who live and work at Onny. Donna is a skilled cook as she understands the importance of enjoying food that you love . She works with residents to ensure they design the menu as a whole home.

Donna holds a Level 2 in Health and Social Care and the Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate. She has worked with well known industry specialists to achieve a 5 stars food hygiene rating and maintains this high standard by reguarly recording and reporting to the HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) standards.

Donna leads the themed food parties at Onny Cottage and the residents have enjoyed dishes from around the world, old time recipes and tasting sessions.

Donna has achieved great success in making mealtimes at Onny Cottage none institutionalised by providing a traditional dining experience.

To date Onny boasts zero hospital admission due to dehydration. Donna works with the residents in their activity kitchen where they can make their own food or enjoy pastry making sessions.

Jess has recently joined Onny Cottage and brings a whole lot of common sense which has helped her settle into home life. Without prompts Jess has got to know the residents really well and is a natural, using their familiar language and sense of humour she is good company to keep.

Jess also works on a farm and a proud Young Farmers Member and brings lots of stories to those who have similar backgrounds. Several residents love talking about the farm life and this has forged a strong connection.

Jess is an ambassador for intergenerational care work. She has completed all induction training , holds a Fire Warden Certificate and First Aider Certificate, and currently working towards her the Care Certificate and the Level 2 Health & Social Care Qualification.

Rosie holds a QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care, The Care Certificate and a Certificate in Multi Sensory Impairment, Fire Warden Certificate, First Aider.

Rosie specialises in multi sensory impairment of vision and hearing loss or a combination of both.
Rosie's valueable experience allows a sensitive approach to care that is specific to the individual's needs.

Rosie's earlier career as a trained Horticulturist makes her comfortable in the outdoors too and enjoys doing or being in the garden with the residents where she is able to combine both knowledge of sensory integration with the natural world for residents to enjoy.

A qualified retired Nurse, Lynne has a wealth of knowedge of health conditions and the impact on both physical and mental health. Her experience of running an overseas care home for many years contributes to her level headed approach to caring for a person with illness or long term health conditions.

Her critical and analytical thinking skills enable Lynne to perform detailed assessment and observation to make informed decisions that she shares with the individual, team and families. Lynn has the ability to use her great sense of humour combined with a kindness and empathy that exceeds her to build valuable therapeutic relationships.

Libby has recently achieved a Level 2 in Health and Social Care and having embarked on a care career at Onny, has used her common sense approach to learn and get to know individual residents and their families.

Libby has used her existing and new skills to confidently support individuals with all aspects of personal care and activities of daily living. Libby always encourages people to do what they can themselves and is an advocate for walking and physical activity.

Her way of connecting with residents derives from her no nonsense and honest outlook . A great team member, Libby communicates openly and is a great listener who is able to adapt to a given situation and prioritise what's important. Her positivity and friendliness is a unique quality.

Lynsey holds City and Guilds Level 3, Hairdressing and as a qualified Hairdresser her transferable skills are seen in her communications with both residents , families and colleagues. Lynsey is an active listener who responds appropriately. She works as a waking night carer so her ability to work confidently on her own makes her flexible and responsible. Lynsey has achieved her Care Certificate, Fire Warden and First Aid Certificates and all mandatory training, and as a reliable team member she is responsible for providing assistance during the night and helps with all aspects of personal care and monitoing health . Lynsey also offers companionship for those who are awake and this is a valuable part of her role as she gets to know the resident's routines and habits so they feel safe and comfortable during the night

Pardeep holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing ( BSc) from India and is a competent confident individual who has been adept at transferring her education into the practical world of care. She holds the Care Certificate and all manadatory care training certificates. Pardeep is qualified Fire Warden and First Aider.

Pardeep's skill as a Night Carer highlights her responsible attitude that keeps residents safe but also happy if awaking and her empathy and kindness nutures those who live at Onny Cottage.

As a Night Carer, Pardeep provides support and reassurance, helping with personal care and mobility and is able to work unsupervised because she is able to adapt to different situations confidently.

Pardeep has built trusting relationships and is reliable, honest and trustworthy so the residents can sleep comfortably knowing she is on call if they need anything.