Meet the Braeburn Lodge 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:

Jane Lee

General Manager

Hi, my name is Jane, and I am the General Manager here at Braeburn Lodge. Welcome to our website!

I have been working in different roles since the home opened in 2014 and, more recently, as the Deputy Manager and then as Acting General Manager. I am looking forward to supporting the team to deliver the very best care and life enrichment to all our residents.

We have built a very strong community engagement team at the home and have fantastic local support, which has enabled the home to establish robust community connections.

Braeburn Lodge is a beautiful home with a kind and friendly staff team. We are looking forward to welcoming new residents and visitors to the home so they can experience a warm and friendly welcome.

Suzanne Reynolds

Suzanne Reynolds

Deputy Manager

Hi, I am Suzanne, and I am the Deputy Manager here at Braeburn Lodge. Please feel free to come and say hi to me.

Jane Prentice

Lead Nurse

Hi, my name is Jane, and I am a Senior Nurse here at Braeburn Lodge.

Karen Stratton

Clinical Lead

I am a registered nurse and I also have an ENB teaching qualification. I have always worked in the health and social care since qualifying as a nurse. I have held varied positions during my career, includingSenior Nurse, Registered Manager and, most recently, Clinical Lead. I have worked for Barchester since 2018.

Ewa Chmiel

Nurse

Hi, my name is Ewa, and I am a Nurse here at Braeburn Lodge.

Debbie Hanton

Debbie Hanton

Residential Team Leader

Debbie started as a Senior Carer and has progressed to Team Leader for her fantastic team spirit and commitment to the residents.

Dee Tugluer

Activities Coordinator

Hi, my name is Dee, and I am the Activities Coordinator at Braeburn Lodge.

I have over ten years of experience of working in events and activities. I also have extensive knowledge in people skills and project management. Together with my past skills and my friendly personality, i look forward to working with our lovely residents at Braeburn Lodge!

Marcin Szpak

Head Chef

I have been part of the Marriott House team since April 2022 and it’s a pleasure to cook for our wonderful residents and team. Inspired by my Mum’s homemade cooking, I started my career as a Chef at the age of 18. I enjoy the challenges of this career and I ensure a person-centred approach to all of our residents, taking care to prepare home-comfort food to their individual needs and preferences.

Phillip Reeves

Head of Maintenance

I joined Braeburn Lodge in late 2021, I have over 20 years of maintenance experience in the care sector and hospitality. I have great pride in providing an excellent service for all the residents with their maintenance requirements. I find my role within the company very rewarding!

Yasmine Dawson

Activities Coordinator

I have worked at Braeburn Lodge since 2015. I started working as a carer and the activities side of the role really appealed to me. We organise a variety of activities to suit everybody’s preferences and abilities. I enjoy working at Braeburn and making a difference to the residents’ lives.