I am the Music Therapist here at Rothsay Grange and West Abbey Care Home.

After graduating from the prestigious, four-year Heidelberg Music Therapy course, I worked in Germany, Switzerland and Canada before settling down with my family in Somerset.

I bring excellence from leading European clinics for neurology and psychosomatics, in addition to a wealth of knowledge on special education.

I am passionate about delivering music therapy, which is fun and empowering. I seek to open up a creative “headspace” for Barchester residents and staff, and focus on creating and encouraging an atmosphere of warmth and acceptance. Through music, I strive to increase the quality of life in the homes where I work.

I also supervise postgraduate students studying music therapy in the UK who are on placement. Residents enjoy the variety of musicianship the volunteers bring and share.

I joined Rothsay Grange as the Second Chef before being promoted to Head Chef in 2018. I have many years’ experience running a kitchen, and have managed several pubs and restaurants throughout my life. I love to work with the older community, and being able to provide them with great food is a wonderful experience for me.

I have worked here since 2013, starting out as a Kitchen Assistant, then moving to the maintenance team as an assistant, before getting promoted to the Maintenance Manager position. I enjoy maintaining the upkeep of the home, both inside and out. I’m always keen to get the jobs completed quickly and to a high standard.