Barchester Bere Grove

Hello, my name is Diana and I am the General Manager here at Bere Grove.

I’ve worked in Adult social care since 2006 whilst completing my Nursing degree and working part-time as a health care assistant, gaining invaluable skills and experience.

I first joined Barchester Healthcare in 2009 after qualifying as a registered nurse in a Specialist Dementia Care Home in Basingstoke. After a year, I was promoted to a Head of care role where I had the opportunity to deputise for the General manager in her absence and gained good leadership and management skills.

Together, with the amazing team here at Bere Grove, we will enable residents to be who they are as individuals, empowering them, and promoting their independence whilst providing exceptional, compassionate and quality care with respect and dignity.

Celebrating life and ensuring the team continually provides the highest quality of care.

I look forward to meeting you in person and welcoming you into our stunning home.

Hello, My name is Shani and I am the Home Administrator. I am very happy to be working in this beautiful home alongside my team, supporting our residents and their loved ones.

I have worked in an admin position for a long time now and thoroughly enjoy it. I look forward to meeting all our new residents and supporting them through their time with us.

My name is Dimitrie and I’m delighted to join this lovely team at Bere Grove as Deputy Manager. I have worked in the care sector since 2014 with 10 years of progressive experience.

Also, I’m a holder of a Bachelor's degree in Business Management. I think it’s vital to have empathy and a passion for enhancing residents' care and well-being.

My passion is to assist in the drive of my team to provide outstanding quality and service to the residents. Seeing the smiles on the residents' faces whilst fulfilling their lives is what I love about my role. Outside of work, I love to go to football matches and also spend time with family and friends.

Hello, I'm Ella. I am originally from Romania however have lived here in England with my two sons for nine years now.

As Head housekeeper, myself and my team will be responsible for the cleanliness and presentation of this beautiful home. I will ensure that everyone who visits will have a memorable and welcoming experience.

Hi, I'm Hollie. I have worked in healthcare for six years taking on a variety of roles. I am so proud to be heading up the activity team and supporting our residents with a life-enriching programme of events. I am highly motivated and love sharing my creative and imaginative side with everyone. I truly believe age is just a number and there is nothing we cannot achieve if we work together.

I like to create a person-centred activity programme so each resident gets the opportunity to enjoy what they love. This is their time to relax, enjoy and have fun.

Hello, My name is Paul and I am the Head of Maintenance at Bere Grove. I have worked in the care home/maintenance industry for a long time now and thoroughly enjoy the ins and outs of keeping a beautiful home like this up and running. Supporting our residents to live in a safe and luxurious environment is top of my list. I feel very privileged to work with Barchester and my team here and look forward to many years at home.

I have been involved in catering for over 2 years, mainly working in Hotels and Restaurants.

The knowledge I have gained from these previous roles within the hospitality industry helped me settle very comfortably into my role here at Bere Grove

I really enjoy my role here at Bere Grove especially the interaction with the residents.

Planning and cooking a well-balanced nutritious meal for each resident is satisfying.

Hello, It's Jackie. My role here at Bere Grove is to be the first face that our visitors see when they enter the home. I will ensure they all receive a warm welcome. I can't wait to immerse myself into my role and do everything I can to support everyone who visits or joins the Bere family as their forever home.

Hey, my name is Caron. I have spent the last eight years caring in the community and really enjoy giving back to our elderly. I am a Senior on the team which means I can support in all aspects of care including the safe delivery of medication. My motto is always to treat people as you want to be treated yourself. It really works. I have three children and currently two grandchildren, but you never know there may be more one day.

Hi, I am Jade. I am part of the senior care team. It has been amazing to be part of the opening of this home and to start welcoming our new residents. I am looking forward to the home continuing to grow. I worked in the community for four years. My nature is that is want to help people and make a difference. In my spare time, I love time at home and a good documentary.

Hi, I am Sarah. For the last 20 years, I worked as an administrator in the Motor trade. I started helping my elderly neighbour with shopping, gardening and delivering meals. I just loved how it made me feel and knew I wanted to pursue a career in care. I then went to care in the community until I joined the Bere Grove team. I enjoy every day, from listening to the stories, making people smile and becoming part of their family.

I have worked in care since I was 16. It is a role I really enjoy and love getting to know our residents as well as being an integral part of the team.

Hello, my name is Hayley and I am the Hostess here at Bere Grove.

I love spending time with the residents and it makes me really smile to see lots of happy faces when the residents all have a cup or tea and a nice big slice of cake in their hand.