Roza is a highly experienced Mental Health Nurse who prides herself on driving high standards of person-centred care within our specialist Memory Lane community.
Meet the 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:
Jayne Richardson
Acting General Manager
Hi, my name is Jayne and I am the Deputy Manager acting as General Manager here at Rivermead.
I joined Rivermead in October 2015 as Senior Nurse with extensive NHS and private sector experience working at senior management level in commissioning and safeguarding.
I am an active member of the nursing staff when I am not acting as General Manager, working on the General Nursing and Memory Lane units.
Roza Machin
Head of Unit
Lorraine Kitching
Administrator
Lorraine and her team ensure all aspects of the administration of the home runs smoothly, from invoicing, ordering, recruitment, setting up contracts, to manning reception, never a dull day!
Gemma Evans
Memory Lane Activities Coordinator
Gemma is responsible for providing and delivering a varied activities programme on our Memory Lane community. Gemma has a wealth of experience working with people living withing dementia.
Angela Lawson
Activities Coordinator
Angela is responsible for providing and delivering a varied activities programme on our elderly frail unit.
Sarah Lightfoot
Head Chef
Sarah along with her team is responsible for the catering service throughout the home. Sarah plans menus with input from residents and relatives to ensure balanced, nutritious meals throughout the day. Menus change four times a year to reflect seasonal produce and ensure variety. Sarah has worked in the catering industry for around 22 years in hotels, pubs, restaurants and care homes.
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Tina Ashley
Head Housekeeper
I am responsible for keeping the home's Housekeeping and Laundry up to the Barchester standard. I take great pride in my work and strive to ensure that our residents have a lovely place to live in and our staff have a pleasant place to work in.
James Shea
Head of Maintenance
James, known as Jimmy ensures the home is safe and well presented at all times, adhering to all health and safety regulations. Jimmy's role can vary from changing light bulbs to building patios. Jimmy also over sees the grounds at Rivermead of which we are very proud.
