Meet the Washington Grange Care Home Team

I started working at Washington Grange in 2005 as an activity co-ordinator, with previous experience in the care sector, I then worked my way up over the years and was promoted to Deputy Manager in 2020, I enjoy learning new things every day, I enjoy being involved with our residents and their families, participating in various fun days any excuse for a fancy dress day. I enjoy meeting lots of different people and working closely with them to provide the care our residents need and deserve.

Hi, my name is Michelle and I am the Head Chef here at Washington Grnage.  I started here at the home in 2023 and bring with me many years’ experience as a chef and I am passionate about the delivery of quality food.

Here at Washington Grange we provide a wonderful choice of delicious and wholesome dishes. The food and the dining experience at Washington Grange is recognised as an integral part of the lifestyle here at the home and I am responsible for managing the catering team, ensuring they provide a quality catering service to all our residents, guests and visitors.

We would like to introduce you to our ‘Resident Ambassador’ – Mavis.

Mavis has been a resident in the home since June 2023 and takes great pride in her role and was delighted to be asked.

As Resident Ambassador, Mavis welcomes new residents and befriends them as they adjust to their new home, and will also act as a tour guide around the home and invite other residents to the various activities throughout the week.

Hi, my name is Deb Thompson and I started working at Washington Grange in April 2023 and at the start of 2024 I have been training to progress to be a Bank Senior on our care team.

Hi, my name is Katie and I have worked at Washington Grange as a carer (bank) since 2017. I have also supported the homes activity and domestic team as part of the homes ‘whole team’ approach.

I enjoy my job, supporting our residents, talking to them and making them smile. Its lovely to be a part of an amazing team.
 

Hi, my name is Louise Lowden, I have been working as a Kitchen Assistant at Washington Grange since 2020 providing food, snacks & beverages throughout the day.

Sharon has worked in the care sector for a number of years as an administrator

Sharon enjoys her role and loves to spend time chatting to residents and families.

Her hobbies are riding  motorbike with her partner, and holidaying in hot climates.

Sharon also lived abroad in her early years as she was married to a soldier.

Hi, my name is Alan. I am the new maintenance manager here at Washington Grange. 

I have been with the company nearly five weeks now, and I have been made to feel so welcome by all the staff, residents and family members.

Hi, my name is Denise and I am a senior carer.  I joined Washington Grange in 2024 as a carer and have progressed during this time to my current role.

Working in care has always been my passion, bringing a smile to our resident’s faces everyday making a difference in their life’s.  

This is the most rewarding job I have had - working alongside an amazing team, they are all dedicated, supportive and hardworking.
 

Hi, my name is Julie and I am a Care Assistant here at Washington Grange. I have worked at Washington Grange since 2000. 

I have always been a carer here and I love my job - I find the role so rewarding.  I have my NVQ Level 2 but did not progress to level 3 as I prefer to work on the floor and spending time with our residents.

Hi, my name is Lauren and I joined Barchester in July 2025 as an Activities Assistant (bank) here at Washington Grange.  I wanted to join the team as I saw how great everyone worked together, it felt like ‘one big family’.

I enjoy helping the residents and finding out about the past and listening to their remarkable stories, understanding their preferences, and hobbies so we can include in the homes activities programme. Seeing residents smile and interact, keeping them active and stimulated as part of a varied life enrichment programme is important. 
 

Hi, my name is Anna and I joined the team at Washington Grange in 2024 as a Kitchen Assistant.

I love working here as I enjoy having interactions with our residents, helping our carers where I am able to as part of a team.

What the staff say about Anna, “Anna  is a great team member and an integral part of the kitchen team. Anna is always keen to help and is loved by residents and staff for her positive attitude”.