The Lakes

Hello, my name is Clare Biggins. With over 20 years of experience in the care sector, I have dedicated my career to supporting and enhancing the lives of others. From an early stage, I discovered a deep passion for caring, which led me to pursue a fulfilling path within care homes.

As a mother of two boys, I balanced my family life with my growing career, starting as a support worker in a 60-bed dementia home. Over time, as my children grew, I was able to devote more of my energy to my role. This dedication allowed me to progress into the position of registered manager. Throughout this journey, I developed a strong focus on dementia care, striving to understand the profound effects it has on those living with the condition.

My approach is centred on stepping into the world of each individual living with dementia, acknowledging the challenges they face in making sense of their surroundings due to cognitive decline. My goal is to offer compassionate, individualised care that meets their unique needs.

As the manager at The Lakes Care Home, I look forward to sharing my knowledge and experience with our dedicated team, continuously working to enhance the quality of life for the residents we have the privilege to care for.

After several years of being self-employed and caring for my parents, I felt a need for a career that allowed me to make a more direct impact on people’s lives. This realisation led me to the care sector, where I began my journey in 2008 as a carer. Over the years, I gained experience in various settings, including assisted living, care homes, and community-based care, as well as private caregiving roles. My passion for making a difference in people’s lives and helping them live with dignity and purpose became my driving force.

Through hard work and dedication, I progressed from a carer to a managerial role, eventually becoming the Manager of The Lakes Care Home. During my time as Manager, I focused on creating a person-centred approach to care, with a particular emphasis on supporting residents living with dementia. I believe that every resident deserves a fulfilling life, and I am passionate about developing personalized care plans that enhance their quality of life.

My role as Manager also gave me the opportunity to mentor and support my team. Sharing my knowledge of dementia care and fostering a culture of learning became a priority for me. I found great satisfaction in seeing my team grow and gain confidence in providing the best care possible to our residents.

However, after years in a demanding managerial position, I decided to transition to a Deputy Manager role to achieve a better work-life balance and take a more hands-on approach in my day-to-day interactions with residents. This shift has allowed me to focus on what I love most: working closely with residents, building strong connections, and continuing to inspire and support my team in delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

Originally from Cheshire, I relocated to Cumbria after marrying. I am a mother of two and a proud grandmother of three wonderful grandchildren. Spending time with my family and embracing my role as “Granny” brings me great joy, and I cherish every moment I get to spend with them.