Sharon Thursby

Hi, my name is Sharon, and I am the General Manager here at Hempton Field. Welcome to the website!

A majority of my career has been spent in the health and social Care sector, initially as a Deputy and Manager of children’s homes, working with local safeguarding teams. In 2005 I completed a combined Foundation Degree and level 5 in Care Management, and became the general manager of elderly/dementia residential and nursing homes.

I have worked for Barchester since 2017, initially as an Operational Trainer, ensuring training to our staff is reflected in the fantastic care our homes across the country. Now I am delighted to be the General Manager of Hempton Field. I am passionate about ensuring our lovely residents receive outstanding care and live life to the fullest.

It is a pleasure to work with the fantastic team here who whole-heartedly embrace the whole home approach and I love hearing the enjoyment of our residents in activities provided in the home. When you hear residents saying ‘what a great day’, it is the best feeling ever.

I live reasonably locally and have a wonderful supportive husband who offered his services as a volunteer to one of our homes—I am very proud of him for that! I have 3 grown up sons and 1 daughter and a growing number of gorgeous grandchildren that I thoroughly enjoy spending time with. We have 3 rescue dogs and I enjoy travel and the great outdoors.

I am very much looking forward to meeting and supporting you and your wonderful family here at Hempton Field.