Meet the Ashchurch View Care Home Team
Our trained team of professionals work together to create the best possible experience for those living in the home, striving to deliver excellent care services in a warm, homely environment. You can find out more about some of our wonderful staff members below:

Samantia Deflorimonte-Rose
Hello, my name is Sam, and I am the General Manager here at Ashchurch View. Welcome to our website!
I have gained a wealth of experience within the health and social care sector and I began my nursing career Guyana (South America) since then I have worked as registered nurse and midwife. I then moved to the UK in 2004 working as a registered nurse in the NHS and care sector before going onto securing the role of Deputy Home Manager. I joined Barchester in 2022 as Deputy Home Manager here at Ashchurch View and I am now delighted to have been appointed General Manager.
I am passionate about delivering the best support to our residents at Ashchurch View and promoting person-centred approach to care.

Rachel Tasker
Hello, my name is Rachel and I’m the Clinical Lead at Ashchurch View Care Home.
I’m passionate about working with the elderly and I’m focused on providing the best possible care for all our residents. I’m always happy to support our team members and relatives.

Dilip Hadkar
Hello, my name is Dilip. I am a registered nurse and Community Manager on our York nursing community. My aim is to provide a warm and caring environment for all of the residents with the highest quality nursing care.

Anila Anthony
Hello, my name is Anila and I am part of the nursing team here at Ashchurch View. I believe that respect, dignity, and compassionate care are vital for working as a nurse in elderly care.

Amitha Johny
Hello, my name is Amitha and I’m part of the nursing team at Ashchurch View. I am passionate about working with our residents to ensure the best quality of life and care at all times.

Cheryl Carrington-Windo
Hello, my name is Cheryl and I am the Ashchurch View Administrator. I worked in administration for many years including having previously worked in another care home. The administration team will be your first contact with the home either in person or by phone and I feel privileged to work at Ashchurch View, supporting our residents and their families.

Sarah Walker
Hello, my name is Sarah and I am the Activities Coordinator for Ashchurch View. I have always worked in care and my experience includes working with older people in the community. I am passionate about working with those living with dementia to enhance well-being as well as fun along the way. I will plan a varied and interesting variety of events and activities with new ideas welcome!
As a team we are committed to Barchesters Life Enrichment Programme ensuring we work with mind, body and soul.

John Fesel
Hello, my name is John and I joined Ashchurch View as Head Chef in 2017. I completed my chef training at South Kent College and I have worked in a variety of environments all over the world. I am really enjoying working in a care home as it is not just about tasty food, it also about nutrition and planning a balanced diet for our residents. It is great getting to know the residents and it is a pleasure to work with them as diet is so important.

Pat Maddox
Hello, my name is Pat and I am Head of Housekeeping here at Ashchurch View. I am responsible for cleaning, housekeeping and infection control as well as managing the other members of the Housekeeping Team. I love chatting to the residents as I go around the home.

Bryan Merchant
Bryan has a passion for gardening; he has been nominated as the Home’s Resident Gardening Ambassador. Bryan loves helping out in the gardens, giving advice and working with our gardener and residents to ensure our stunning gardens look their best all year round. Bryan enjoys supporting the team at the home, and also help the other residents during the gardening activities.

Emy Bicos
Hello, my name is Emy and I a Care Practitioner and Dementia Champion at Ashchurch View. I love working with the residents to enrich their lives and I am committed to quality care in our Memory Lane Community, which specialises in looking after those living with dementia.

Janet Hughes
Hello, my name is Janet, and I am a Senior Carer here at Ashchurch View. I love supporting residents with their daily needs and life enrichment, and I love working as part of a team to help the residents live to the fullest.

Eva Rylance
Hello, my name is Eva and I so enjoy working as a care assistant at Ashchurch View. I love spending time with residents and working with the team to enrich their lives and well-being.

Nicky Foster
Hello, my name is Nicky and I hve worked as a care assistant here at Ashchurch View since it opened in 2012. I love spending time with the residents and looking after their well-being at all times.

Christine Poole
Hello my name is Christine and I'm the second chef at Ashchurch View Care Home. I am committed to ensuring our residents have nutritionally balanced and tasty food of their choice.

Tia Lawrence
Hello, my name is Tia, and I am a Housekeeping Assistant here at Ashchurch View. I love working with the residents as I clean the home and deliver their laundry.

Brendan Gearon
Hello, my name is Brendan and I joined the Ashchurch View team in 2017 as gardner. I’m very passionate about my job as well as enjoying spending time with the residents, getting to know them and also involving them in the gardening activities.

Harriet
Hello, my name is Harriet, and I’m the visiting hairdresser. I have over 15 years’ experience and I love recreating the styles the residents may have previously had. It’s also a relaxing time where residents enjoy reading magazines and socialising.