Thurlaston Meadows Care Home

Elvira’s passion for care has grown in health and social care from the age of 16. The roles consisted of support worker/ carer, senior carer, lifestyle coach, care coordinator, care manager, and head of care, which have flourished into a proud care home manager. In addition to ongoing mandatory training, Elvira has completed her extended diploma in health and social care and holds an honours degree in health and social care.

Elvira has experience working with elderly, frailty, dementia and mental health in residential care settings.

Creating a happy, homely and friendly environment that is safe for Residents to live and for staff to work is paramount. This includes ensuring residents' needs are met through person-centred care so that their quality of life can continue to bloom. Elvira is excited to continue growing relationships with the local community, relatives and friends to create a warm atmosphere for all at Thurlaston Meadows.

Jonathan Perry is the Finance Director and joined Thurlaston Meadows in February 2014.

The Perry family have been running the home since 1991. The home is committed to delivering personalised care and support to its residents and their relatives. Jonathan is deeply involved in operating a Quality Management System to ensure the home provides the best care in a homely environment. His vision focuses on continuous improvement across all areas of the business, valuing the support and suggestions from residents, families, and staff.

Jonathan believes that recognising everyone's contribution is key to the home's success.

Jack began his journey at Thurlaston Meadows Care Home in 2013, working part-time in the kitchen. After completing his education with the Peter Jones Business Enterprise Course at Warwickshire College in 2014, he transitioned to a full-time role at Thurlaston Meadows, starting as an Admin Assistant in the office. Through dedication and hard work, Jack gradually advanced to the position of HR Manager, where he now takes responsibility for the company's payroll and recruitment processes.

Nicky began her career in the pharmaceutical industry, working with the NHS, Prison Service, and Community sectors. Over time, Nicky transitioned into Quality and Compliance roles within the Health and Social Care sector.

Nicky says, "Since joining the Thurlaston Meadows family in July 2023, I have felt incredibly welcomed and supported. In Health and Social Care, it's crucial to meet the fundamental standards of being Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive, and Well-Led. Care must never fall below these standards, and we are all committed to working together towards excellence. I am dedicated to continuous improvement, and with everyone's help and support, we will achieve outstanding results".

Lyn Davies brings over 30 years of catering experience, with 20 of those years dedicated to the care sector.

Her background spans various settings, from neurological centres to nursing and residential homes. Lyn is highly knowledgeable in meeting diverse dietary requirements but prides herself on creating delicious, home-cooked meals that are both well-presented and appetizing.

Her patisserie chef, Carol, is exceptionally talented at producing mouth-watering cakes and pastries.

Lyn firmly believes in ensuring that every resident enjoys the foods they need and love, reflecting her and her team's commitment to quality and satisfaction.

I began my professional journey at Thurlaston Meadows in July 2018 as part of the reception team.

After spending many years in the childcare sector, I decided it was time for a change. What a good decision I made, as I haven’t looked back! Over the years my job role has grown into a career, I thoroughly enjoy.

My current position within the company is Office/Training Manager, of which my duties include supporting the daily running of the reception office and managing the training for the company workforce.

Recognising the crucial role of training in the care sector, we ensure it receives continuous attention. Alongside Mandatory training, we encourage and support staff to pursue further learning opportunities that are relevant to their roles.

Thurlaston Meadows holds a special place in my heart. It’s a genuinely caring environment, where the owners and directors strive to create a safe, welcoming, and friendly atmosphere for both residents and staff.

Sam began his professional journey with Thurlaston Meadows Care Home in May 2022 as Head of Maintenance, working alongside a team of two other maintenance staff.

With a decade of experience in industrial maintenance and commissioning for heavy plant equipment, Sam has worked in diverse roles across agriculture, aerospace, and the steel industry. His passion for family and caring for relatives led him into the adult care industry, where he thrived in a facilities management role for a large franchise.

In 2022, Sam seized an incredible opportunity to join the exemplary team at Thurlaston Meadows. He now oversees and manages the health, safety, and welfare of the site and the residents' environment. His role involves working with legislation, ensuring compliance, and applying various manual and hands-on skills.

Sam says, "Thurlaston Meadows is truly a unique and wonderful place to work. Collaborating with this amazing and dedicated team of professionals to create a safe, welcoming, and innovative environment has been, and continues to be a great privilege"

Angie has been a Team Leader at Thurlaston Meadows Care Home for five and a half years, where she oversees care shifts with dedication and compassion. Inspired by the exceptional care her family received at Myton Hospice during her father's battle with cancer, Angie chose to pursue a career in caregiving to make a positive difference in others' lives.

Angie began her career in care 12 years ago, working primarily on the dementia unit in a nursing and secure dementia home. She spent over five years there before joining Thurlaston Meadows in 2019. Angie holds an NVQ Level 3 in Social Care and is currently pursuing her Level 4 qualification. Additionally, she is a Mental Health First Aider, a First Aider, and a champion for several frameworks, including Veteran Friendly, Skin Integrity, Dementia, Medication, End of Life care, and Manual Handling training.

Angie takes immense pride in the excellent care provided to the residents and is dedicated to ensuring their happiness and well-being. She says, "I am more than happy here. I take pride in the excellent care that our residents receive and seeing how happy they are."

Emily started working at Thurlaston Meadows care home in March 2024 as a Receptionist, but has now changed roles and is well positioned in the Head of Activities role so that she can spend more time with the residents and improve the quality of activities within the home. The change in career came about from the wonderful care provided by the Macmillan nurses for her family a couple of years ago and a strong sense of wanting to give something back to the care industry. Emily is passionate about making a difference and firmly believes that ‘where there’s a will, there’s a way’ and will go above and beyond to help someone. Emily is motivated by bringing laughter and happiness to Thurlaston Meadows, seeing the residents and staff smile and by creating a warm and welcoming environment where everyone feels that they are listened to. Her specialities include cognitive games and adapted sports and exercise – particularly enjoying the armchair exercises in the morning with Oomph on Demand, playing group games with the residents and bringing creative ideas to our arts & crafts.
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Emily joined Thurlaston Meadows care home as a Receptionist in March 2024. Recently, she transitioned to the role of Head of Activities, allowing her to engage more with the residents and enhance the quality of activities offered. This career shift was inspired by the exceptional care her family received from Macmillan nurses a few years ago, sparking her desire to give back to the care industry. Emily is driven by her passion for making a difference and her belief that ‘where there’s a will, there’s a way.’ She is committed to going above and beyond to assist others.

Emily finds joy in bringing laughter and happiness to Thurlaston Meadows, seeing both residents and staff smile, and fostering a warm, welcoming environment where everyone feels heard. Her specialties include cognitive games and adapted sports and exercise. She particularly enjoys leading morning armchair exercises with Oomph on Demand, engaging in group games with the residents, and introducing creative ideas to arts and crafts activities.

I embarked on my professional journey at Thurlaston Meadows in January 2022 as part of the care team. After many years in the pub trade (2017-2020) and the warehouse industry (1997-2020), I decided it was time for a change. During this transition, I achieved my NVQ Level 3 in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership, as well as my Level 2 in Team Leadership.

My journey into care began in 2021, working as a care assistant for vulnerable adults in their homes, ensuring their safety and providing social and emotional support. This experience sparked a passion in me for making a difference in the lives of the elderly.

Currently, I serve as the nightshift Team Leader at Thurlaston Meadows. My responsibilities include overseeing a team and ensuring the delivery of quality care, fostering a safe and friendly environment for both residents and staff. Along the way, I have also completed my NVQ Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care.

Chris Howard, our dedicated Lead Receptionist, Staff Council Leader and Digital Champion has been an integral part of Thurlaston Meadows since January 2024. With a warm smile and a welcoming demeanour, Chris is the unifying link in our communication hub. Whether answering calls or greeting visitors at reception, Chris ensures that everyone feels valued and heard.

But Chris’s journey didn’t start here. Back in April 2010, he embarked on a career in care—a path that would shape his passion and purpose. As a care assistant for vulnerable adults in their own homes, Chris discovered his calling. His empathy, patience, and commitment made a difference in the lives of those he cared for.

In June 2015, Chris took on the role of a field-care supervisor, overseeing a team and ensuring quality care delivery. Along the way, he earned his NVQ level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care, further enhancing his expertise.

Ask Chris about Thurlaston Meadows, and you’ll hear genuine admiration. He describes our care home as “the most accepting and well-run company I have ever seen.” Chris’s dedication to both residents and staff exemplifies our core values.

Next time you visit, be sure to say hello to Chris.