Meet the Marnel Lodge Care Home Team

Our wonderful team comprises nurses, carers, activities coordinators, chefs, housekeepers and more. These people are here to ensure that residents enjoy their time at the home and are supported to live life to the fullest. Meet some of our staff below:

Ray Arnold

Operations Manager

Welcome to Marnel Lodge. My name is Ray and I am the Operations Manager here.

I look forward to meeting you.

Anju Susan Abraham

Deputy Manager

I am a highly motivated, Quality Driven RN working in Marnel since 2017, with 8+ years’ working in hospital ,in-patient and out-patient clinic  settings and 6+ years in care settings. Focused on efficiency without compromising compassion. In 2019 achieved appreciation from North Hampshire Urgent Care Certificate of Commendation in recognition of the exceptional professionalism and commitment to residents advocacy . I am happy to be a leading part of Marnel team. I have got great enthusiasm , positivity and confidence to effectively lead and supervise the multi-disciplinary team to achieve the set targets.

Simi Cyriac

Unit Nurse Manager

An enthusiastic and hardworking individual who has 8 years of experience in nursing and dementia care. I give my best to deliver person-centred care to those I support and meet their needs with the passion and commitment they deserve.

Diane Hemming

Administrator

I joined the team in April 2021 and my role here at Marnel is to look after the home’s finances. I have always worked in administration and I have been in finance for many years, which I really enjoy. This is my first role in a care home and I am loving getting to know the residents and their families. My door is always open and I am always happy to help.

Marek Manteufel & Theresa Connor

Activities Coordinators

We both joined Marnel a while ago and we are very excited to be part of such a proactive and dedicated team. There are lots of ideas and innovations, all to enhance quality of life of our residents. Every day is different and to understand the needs of our residents, building relationship with them and keeping in touch with their families and friends, is the most important and rewarding job we could have wish for.

Berenice Merritt

Head Chef

Berenice is our new Head Chef who was a senior district manager for school meals. She was a Directors Chef for Glaxo- fine dining with focusing for lunch on occasions. Berenice is classically trained Chef bringing a wealth of experience in wholesome well cooked food.

Keith Stokes

Head of Maintenance

I have been the Head of Maintenance at Marnel Lodge for many years and ensure that the building is maintained to the highest possible standards. I am passionate about ensuring the safety of all my care community.

Julie Willows

Head of Housekeeping

I have worked at Marnel Lodge since 2011 as the Head of Housekeeping. I love my job and it's my passion to keep the home clean and tidy. I love helping others; it’s my great passion.

Christine Perry

Christine Perry

Second Chef

Christine is our second chef at Marnel Lodge, and loves cooking classic dishes for residents at the home, including sweet and savoury desserts.

Tracey, Chris & Kayleigh

Tracey & Kayleigh

Hairdressing & Chiropodist Team

Our Hairdressing & Chiropodist Team are always happy to help residents.

Barchy

Barchy

Travel Buddy

I joined the Marnel family in May 2019. My true passion is to travel with my friends. So far, I have lots of holidays booked, but if you wish to take me somewhere special, I will not refuse. Please follow me on Instagram (barchy19) to see my recent discoveries.”