Meet the Fairview House Care Home Team
Great care is delivered by great people and a committed and well-trained team, with a caring and inclusive view on life. From nurses and carers to chefs and housekeepers, staff in our home are here to deliver high quality care and services to those we support. Check below to meet some of the friendly faces you are likely to see when visiting our home:
Mel Shearer
Hi, my name is Mel and I am the General Manager here at Fairview House. Welcome to our website!
Thank you for taking the time to look further into what we have to offer to you or your loved one. Here is an opportunity to look at some of our staff team in the home, who all play a vital role in day-to-day life.
With a rich background in healthcare and a dedication to excellence, I bring extensive experience in care home management to my role at Barchester. My UK career began within the NHS in 2003, where I developed a strong foundation in healthcare before moving into care home management.
Over the years, I’ve broadened my skills and deepened my understanding of what it takes to deliver excellent care. I am passionate about creating an environment where residents receive exceptional, person-centred care tailored to their unique needs and preferences promoting their dignity and choice.
I believe each resident deserves a warm supportive atmosphere that feels like home and I am committed to leading my team to make this a reality every day.
Helen Howie
As the Deputy General Manager, I am dedicated to ensuring our nursing home runs smoothly and that our residents receive the highest quality care. With a strong background in healthcare management, I work closely with our team to create a warm, supportive, and safe environment for both residents and staff.
Joanna Siwinska
As a Unit Manager, I oversee the daily care and operations within my units, ensuring our residents receive the highest standard of support in a compassionate and safe environment. With a strong background in nursing and leadership, I work closely with my team to provide person-centered care while maintaining compliance and best practices.
Debbie Denton
I make sure the residents get the best care they deserve and support my team, work with families and other health care providers to ensure residents needs are met.
Sumaira Anwar
As a Senior Staff Nurse, I am dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our residents. With extensive experience in nursing, I support both residents and colleagues, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment while upholding the highest clinical standards.
Krzysztof Dabrowski
Hi there, my name is Krzysztof and i'm proud to be the head of maintenance at Fairview House. Starting my role in 2023.
I take great pride in my role, ensuring that the home runs smoothly and any problems are dealt with efficiently and effectively. it's important to me that the home maintains it's high standards ensuring everyone feels safe and at home.
Away from the home i enjoy wild camping, there is something very special about disconnecting from the hustle and bustle of city life and immersing yourself in the beauty of nature.
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Elaine Elrick
Elaine joined the Barchester Family as Head Housekeeper in January 2022.
Leading a team of housekeeping staff, Elaine ensures that every room and living space is maintained to the highest standards.
Elaine loves interacting with the residents and helping create a warm atmosphere in the home.
Elaine has a vast amount of experience in the hospitality industry ranging from; small hotels and previous care homes.
In her spare time she enjoys long walks with her Golden Retriever, Millie and ironing!
Jade Brady
Jade Joined the Fairview House family in the summer of 2024 and quickly became a much valued member of the team within the home.
She speaks about how much she enjoys being the first friendly face that visitors see when they enter the home as well as getting to know and spend time with our residents and their families.
Away from work, Jade greatly enjoys going for long walks with her four dogs, socialising with her friends, watching a good film on Netflix.
Yvonne Lornie
Yvonne is proud to be a Care Practitioner and is much valued member of our homes care team.
She has been at the home since 2022 and Yvonne speaks proudly about she passion she has for wanting to make a positive difference in our residents lives, spending time with not only the residents but also supporting their families.
Away from Fairview House, Yvonne loves to travel and speaks with great delight about visiting the city of Venice.
Alicia Bailey
Alicia has been a part of Fairview House since 2023 and quickly became a much cherished member of the team.
She speaks highly of the great community which is shared within Fairview House, the lovely atmosphere shared with the residents and she takes great pride in giving back to the senior community,
Outside of the home, Alicia loves to dance, spend time with her friends and family including her lovely dog, Marlo.
Blessing Folorunsho
Blessing has been a part of the Fairview family since 2022 and is a much valued member in our team of wonderful care assistants.
She speaks about the warm atmosphere and family feel of the home adding that she enjoys bringing hope and love to her residents wishing to enrich their lives.
Outside of the home, Blessing is a creative fashion designer, she loves to sing and is part of a choir. she speaks with great passion for her love of dancing as not just physical exercise but also for the benefits of her mental health.
Olagoke Omolodun
Olagoke has been a part of the Fairview family since 2023 and makes up part of the team of the homes much cherished carers.
He speaks with passion about the opportunities for career growth in the home,how much he is looking forward to beginning his level 3 diploma, the sense of inclusion in the home.
Away from the home Olagoke is a passionate artist and enjoys painting, he speaks about playing football for a Nigerian football team and is a huge Manchester City supporter
Veronica
Veronica has been a part of the Fairview House family since 2022 and enjoys her role as part of the homes wonderful activities team.
She speaks with great enthusiasm about how rewarding her role is and takes great joy from enriching our residents lives. Veronica says that it's just the little things which makes a residents day, such as giving them company over a cup of tea and having a natter.
Away from the home, Veronica enjoys spending time with her family, particularly her grandchildren.
Leira Macalino
Leira has been a part of the Fairview family since 2017 and is a part of our activities team.
She speaks fondly about how she enjoys spending time with the resdients, getting to know them and their families.
Away from the home, she enjoys taking part in playing netball, basketball, going to the movies and baking
Lisa Bridges
Lisa has been a part of the team at Fairview House since 2022 and is a part of our team of much valued housekeepers.
she speaks warmly about she enjoys getting to know the residents, relatives and the diverse culture of the Fairview family.
Away from the home, Lisa enjoys immersing herself in a good TV series
Perpetua Fernandes
Perpetua is a member of our much valued team of housekeepers.
She enjoys getting to know our residents and their families and takes great pride in her role ensuring the residents home is kept at the highest of standards.
