Amethyst Care Home

Krishnakaran Krishnabala is the Director of Amethyst Care Home, having joined in 2024. He provides strong leadership and strategic oversight, ensuring the home delivers high-quality, person-centred care in line with best practice and regulatory standards.

He oversees a service that supports older people and younger adults with a wide range of needs, including dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. Krishnakaran is committed to ensuring that individuals at all stages of dementia—from mild to advanced/complex—receive appropriate, compassionate, and effective support.

Under his leadership, the home also provides care for individuals living with conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, COPD, and those requiring convalescent or palliative/end-of-life care. He plays a key role in maintaining high standards of governance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.

Krishnakaran works closely with the Registered Manager and staff team to promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment, ensuring that all residents are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.

Dasendra Ratnasingam is the Registered Manager at Amethyst Care Home, having joined in 2024. He holds an NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care and has over 8 years of experience in the sector.

Dasendra is a dedicated and compassionate leader with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. He oversees support for older people and younger adults with a wide range of needs, including dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments.

He has strong expertise in care management, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that services are safe, effective, and responsive. Dasendra is experienced in supporting individuals at all stages of dementia, from mild to advanced and complex needs, as well as managing care for conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, COPD, and those requiring convalescent or palliative and end-of-life care.

He is passionate about creating a supportive and empowering environment where residents are encouraged to maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life. Dasendra works closely with residents, families, and professionals to promote positive outcomes and a culture of respect and inclusion.

Dasendra is also the Champion of General Audit, Management, Safeguarding, and Shift Planning within the home. He plays a key role in maintaining high standards of governance, ensuring effective safeguarding practices, and overseeing the smooth day-to-day operation of the service.

Committed to continuous improvement, he strives to ensure the service meets and exceeds regulatory standards. He also focuses on staff development, providing guidance, training, and leadership to build a confident, skilled, and motivated team.

Manna Gurung is a Senior Support Worker at Amethyst Care Home, having joined the team in 2025. She is a dedicated and compassionate professional committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Manna brings a wealth of clinical experience, having worked as a Registered Nurse in Australia and Nepal for over 5 years, along with around 3 years of experience in the UK care sector. Her strong clinical background enables her to provide safe, effective, and responsive support to residents with a wide range of needs.

She supports older people and younger adults with conditions including dementia, mental health needs, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. Manna has experience in assisting individuals at all stages of dementia, from mild to advanced and complex needs.

In her role, Manna also supports residents living with conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, COPD, and those requiring convalescent or palliative and end-of-life care. She promotes dignity, independence, and well-being, ensuring that each individual receives personalised care tailored to their needs.

As a Senior Support Worker, Manna provides guidance to the staff team, helps maintain high standards of care, and ensures care plans are followed effectively. She works closely with colleagues, families, and healthcare professionals to achieve positive outcomes for residents.

Manna is also the Champion of Medication and Training/Care Planning within the home. She plays a key role in promoting safe medication practices, supporting staff development, and ensuring care plans are accurate, person-centred, and effectively implemented.

Manna is committed to continuous learning and plays an important role in creating a safe, supportive, and respectful environment within the home.

Rashmi Shrestha is a Support Worker at Amethyst Care Home, having joined the team in 2025. She is a compassionate and dedicated individual committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Rashmi supports older people and younger adults with a wide range of needs, including dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. She assists individuals at different stages of dementia, from mild to advanced/complex needs, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.

In her role, Rashmi also supports residents living with conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, COPD, and those requiring convalescent or palliative/end-of-life care. She promotes dignity, independence, and choice in all aspects of care.

Rashmi is also the Champion of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion within the home. She actively promotes an inclusive culture, ensuring that all residents and staff feel respected, valued, and supported regardless of their background.

She works collaboratively with colleagues and healthcare professionals to provide consistent and effective support, contributing to a safe and positive environment within the home. Rashmi is also keen to continue developing her skills and knowledge within the care sector.

Her caring nature and positive attitude help create a warm, respectful, and supportive atmosphere for residents.

Aiswarya Saji is a Support Worker at Amethyst Care Home, having joined the team in 2025. She is a compassionate and dedicated individual committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Aiswarya supports older people and younger adults with a wide range of needs, including dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. She assists individuals at different stages of dementia, from mild to advanced/complex needs, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.

In her role, Aiswarya also supports residents living with conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, COPD, and those requiring convalescent or palliative/end-of-life care. She promotes dignity, independence, and choice in all aspects of care.

Aiswarya is the Champion of Person-Centred Care Planning and Activities within the home. She plays a key role in ensuring that care plans are tailored to each individual’s needs, preferences, and goals, while also promoting meaningful and engaging activities that enhance residents’ wellbeing and quality of life.

She works collaboratively with colleagues and healthcare professionals to provide consistent and effective support, contributing to a safe and positive environment within the home. Aiswarya is also keen to continue developing her skills and knowledge within the care sector.

Her friendly and caring nature helps create a warm, respectful, and supportive atmosphere for residents.

Kalpana Pakhrin is a Support Worker at Amethyst Care Home, having joined the team in 2025. She is a caring and dedicated individual committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Kalpana recently completed her Nursing Degree this year, bringing valuable knowledge and skills to her role. She supports older people and younger adults with a wide range of needs, including dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. She assists individuals at all stages of dementia, from mild to advanced/complex needs, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.

In her role, Kalpana also supports residents living with conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, COPD, and those requiring convalescent or palliative/end-of-life care. She promotes dignity, independence, and choice in all aspects of care.

Kalpana is the Champion of Dignity and Activities within the home. She plays an important role in promoting respectful, compassionate care while also encouraging meaningful and engaging activities that enhance residents’ wellbeing and quality of life.

She works collaboratively with colleagues and healthcare professionals to provide consistent and effective support, contributing to a safe and positive environment within the home. Kalpana is committed to continuous learning and maintaining high standards of care.

Her warm and supportive nature helps create a respectful, welcoming, and homely environment for residents.

Sarojathevi Ravindran is a Support Worker at Amethyst Care Home, having joined the team in 2025. She is a compassionate and highly experienced professional committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Sarojathevi brings over 10 years of experience in the care sector, supporting older people and younger adults with a wide range of needs, including dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. She has extensive experience in assisting individuals at all stages of dementia, from mild to advanced/complex needs, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.

In her role, Sarojathevi also supports residents living with conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, COPD, and those requiring convalescent or palliative/end-of-life care. She consistently promotes dignity, independence, and respect in all aspects of care.

Sarojathevi is the Champion of Infection Prevention and Control within the home. She plays a key role in maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and infection control practices, helping to protect both residents and staff.

She works collaboratively with colleagues and healthcare professionals to provide consistent and effective support, contributing to a safe and positive environment within the home. Sarojathevi is committed to maintaining high standards and sharing her knowledge with the wider team.

Her calm, confident, and caring nature helps create a warm, respectful, and supportive environment for residents.

Susma Gurung is a Support Worker at Amethyst Care Home, having joined the team in 2025. She is a compassionate and dedicated individual committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Susma supports older people and younger adults with a wide range of needs, including dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. She assists individuals at all stages of dementia, from mild to advanced/complex needs, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.

In her role, Susma also supports residents living with conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, COPD, and those requiring convalescent or palliative/end-of-life care. She promotes dignity, independence, and respect in all aspects of care.

Susma is currently working part-time while studying Nursing, demonstrating her commitment to developing her knowledge and skills within the healthcare sector.

She is also the Champion of Nutrition and Hydration within the home, playing a key role in ensuring residents receive balanced diets, adequate fluid intake, and appropriate nutritional support to maintain their health and wellbeing.

She works collaboratively with colleagues and healthcare professionals to provide consistent and effective support, contributing to a safe and positive environment within the home.

Her kind and friendly nature helps create a warm, respectful, and supportive environment for residents.

Safal Bashyal is a Support Worker at Amethyst Care Home, having joined the team in 2026. He is a dedicated and compassionate individual committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

Safal supports older people and younger adults with a wide range of needs, including dementia, mental health conditions, physical disabilities, and visual or hearing impairments. He assists individuals at all stages of dementia, from mild to advanced/complex needs, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.

In his role, Safal also supports residents living with conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, stroke, COPD, and those requiring convalescent or palliative/end-of-life care. He promotes dignity, independence, and respect in all aspects of care.

Safal is the Champion of Oral Health within the home. He plays an important role in promoting good oral hygiene practices, supporting residents with oral care, and helping to maintain their overall health and well-being.

He works collaboratively with colleagues and healthcare professionals to provide consistent and effective support, contributing to a safe and positive environment within the home. Safal is committed to developing his skills and maintaining high standards of care.