Sam Hansford

Home Manager

I am from the beautiful Dorchester and began my career in care in 1999 as a health care assistant. I have a wealth of experience having worked for both private and public health care providers and I have ‘worked my way up’ to become Home Manager. Prior to joining Kingsley Health Care, I worked as a Home Manager in specialist dementia, nursing, residential and end of life care. I strive for excellence and will dedicate myself to ensure those who live here have the best quality of life possible, creating the best experiences with you all and our team. I look forward to forging bonds with you all in the coming weeks, feel free to pop in for a cup of tea.

Sandie Morris

Deputy Manager

I have been a Registered Nurse for 34 years working in both general nursing and mental health and have worked in dementia care for 12 years. I like to lead by example, I am resident focused, and always treat the person not the illness. I believe everyone is entitled to safe respectful care with dignity and respect. I started working for Kingsley in 2023, coming across the border from Somerset..

Yaz Perry

Head of Care

I have been part of the team at Queen Charlotte since 2019, during which time I completed my Level 2 and Level 3 Diplomas in Adult Care. I am now progressing to study Adult Nursing with the support of Kingsley Healthcare. With more than 12 years of experience in specialist dementia care, I am committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred care. I am particularly passionate about dementia and end-of-life care and have a strong interest in the Gold Standards Framework which I am part of the team implementing this at Queen Charlotte. Outside of work, I’m an enthusiastic rugby player and currently play for Yeovil Women — a team proudly sponsored and supported by Kingsley Healthcare.

Claire Sheppard

Activities & Lifestyle Co-ordinator

I came on board at Kingsley in 2023, transitioning from childcare, starting as an activities co-ordinator, then progressing to lead activities co-ordinator, I am passionate about leading the home's activities and my team, placing residents at the centre of everything we do and treating them with kindness, empathy and respect. I have a passion for horses and riding along long stretches of beach with the wind and waves is an invigorating way to relax.

Lydia Down

Clinical Lead

I have been a Registered Nurse with Kingsley Healthcare since March this year, having previously worked for the NHS for 18 years. I believe that a high standard of care should be accessible to all, and I am passionate about delivering holistic, person-centred care. This extends to end-of-life nursing, where I focus on providing comfort, dignity, and compassionate support for both residents and their families. I am a strong team player and enjoy getting involved in the home’s regular activities with residents. Outside of work, I enjoy walking and spending time with my daughters.

Noela Chituh

Admiral Nurse

I started my career as a support worker in a mental health home for people who had just left hospital. It was here I first found my passion for helping people with mental health problems. However, it was not until I did placements at university that I discovered my love for working with the elderly and with patients with dementia. This led me to my first job as a nurse on a dementia ward. I love learning and teaching and before joining Kingsley I was a research nurse for two years. I feel I have now gone back to where I belong, helping people with dementia and supporting their families and carers.

Simon Lewis

Regional Lifestyle and Hospitality Manager

I started my career as a chef in Weymouth and Portland hotels before progressing to London where I had the honour of cooking for the Royal family. In 2013, I transitioned to the care sector, achieving accolades such as South West Care Chef of the Year and Most Nutritional Menu. My goal is to always provide a great plate of food for every individual, regardless of dietary needs, with resident-led menus.

Tracey Millar

Operations Manager

My entry into the care sector was in 2008 when I joined Highcliffe Nursing Home as administrator. I have since progressed to deputy manager, home manager and operations manager, becoming regional operations manager last year. I love the fact that the staff at our Dorset homes are all team players and support each other. It's important to me that Kingsley is a family business and the family ethos is present in everything we do. Outside of work I enjoy gardening and walking my dogs.

Alexandria Bowman

Regional Support Manager

My name is Alex; I have worked in the healthcare sector for over 10 years supporting services across the UK. I place a focus on providing person centred care and life enriching care to our homes while supporting the operational teams across the South of England.

Cyril Fomonyuy

Service Quality Manager

I have worked in the care sector for 22 years, starting as a Registered Nurse in my home country of Cameroon. I joined Kingsley in 2016 as a registered home manager and subsequently progressed to Service Quality Manager. I love the culture at Kingsley which invests in and empowers its staff and supports career progression. Outside work, I am an author and write and do research about leadership and management.