Newton House Care Home

Lara holds an MSc in Adult Nursing and a diploma in Leadership, Management & Palliative Care. Working in healthcare since the age of 17, Lara has experience in oncology and haematology. Within hospices and care homes, she has worked as a Lead Nurse, Operations Manager and Home Manager. With a track record of improving quality and care within care homes, Lara is dedicated to the sector and creating outstanding environments for residents. Outside of work, Lara enjoys reading and cooking, but her biggest love is animals - her menagerie includes five cats, two dogs, three ferrets and two giant African snails!

“As Home Manager at Newton House, it’s an honour to lead a team dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support. I take great pride in ensuring that every resident feels valued, safe, and at home. From the moment families reach out to us, my goal is to provide reassurance, guidance, and a warm welcome into our community, creating an environment where residents can truly thrive.” Read less

My name is Amanda, and I am the Business Administrator at Newton House Care Home. My role involves managing finances, including payroll and fees for the care home, as well as offering support to our relatives and team members. I have worked in the care sector for over 11 years and during that time, have worked to achieve an Honours and Master’s degrees in Psychology. I started as a care assistant and an activities coordinator before moving on to administration, which I feel has helped me to develop a deep understanding of working in care, as well as a firsthand understanding of the daily challenges and rewards of caring for others. I am a bit of a geek and love to continuously learn. My biggest hobby is reading, I read a lot in my spare time, and I always have a book with me everywhere I go. I am married and we recently eloped to Australia to get married in the woods. We have three daughters, who I enjoy spending time with, and try to value time with my family. I also enjoy going on walks with our beautiful chocolate labrador, Coco, although she likes to get covered in mud. Read less

Megan brings a strong foundation in customer service and community engagement to her role at Milngavie Manor. Her career began nearly 20 years ago with Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, where she developed exceptional communication skills and a genuine passion for supporting people. She later broadened her experience across the utilities and telecom sectors, most notably as Community Engagement Manager for a nationwide Openreach contract. In this role, Megan was the central point of contact for residents, clients and community partners, developing a calm, empathetic approach to navigating sensitive and often emotionally charged conversations.

Guided by an interest in holistic wellbeing, Megan recently completed an Anatomy and Physiology for Massage Therapy course, further deepening her understanding of therapeutic support. While new to the care sector, she brings outstanding emotional intelligence, a steady, reassuring presence, and extensive client-facing experience, qualities that make her a valuable addition to the team. Read less