Adel Manor Care Home

I’ve worked in residential Care since I was 18 years old and never looked back, becoming a Home Manager in my early twenties in Cambridge, where I became particularly interested in Dementia Care. Today I live in Leeds, overseeing the day-to-day running of Adel Manor Care Centre. Leading and managing staff so they can perform their roles to the best of their ability, ensuring that they have the skills to care for all older people within the home, and ensuring that dignity and respect are paramount. Enabling people to live a fulfilling life whilst living at Adel Manor, empowering well-being and ensuring that all older people have a voice and a role to play in Adel Manor. I hold a BSc in Dementia Studies. Training and mentoring people in dementia care is my speciality and my passion. I‘ve enjoyed several roles in my career, including a National Dementia Role and a Home Manager. I have been fortunate to work with inspirational professionals throughout. But my greatest pleasure and privilege remains meeting the wonderful and interesting people who’ve resided in the homes over the years. The foundation of my management style is to be open and honest; that applies at all levels, from the staff team, senior management and of course, the residents around whom all our efforts should be centred. This, of course, extends to friends and family too, to create a holistic and relational model of care.

In my spare time, I love spending quality time with my family and relaxing. I live in Leeds with my partner and two aged Chihuahuas. I’m mum to a grown-up daughter and her little boy, our grandson Oscar, the apple of my eye, who is five years old. I’m happy now to be settled in Yorkshire, which is a lovely place to live with lots to discover and enjoy locally and farther afield. It’s a great place full of great people.

My background is as a registered Pharmacy Technician, and I have worked in the pharmacy profession for 14 years. I have worked in a variety of settings, including community pharmacies, and acute and mental health hospitals and for the last 5 years, I have supported care homes with the safe management of medication. I have a passion for improving standards of care within care home settings and have supported a variety of care homes across Leeds to develop robust procedures with a focus on medicine safety. Working in a care home is incredibly rewarding, primarily because of the residents themselves. Each day, I am inspired by their resilience, warmth, and unique personalities. Building meaningful relationships with residents and witnessing the joy and gratitude they express, even in the face of challenges, makes every moment worthwhile.

I’m originally from Doncaster but have lived in Leeds for the last 4 years. I’m a dog dad to 2 high-energy dogs who keep me very busy!

I am currently working as Head of Dementia at Adel Manor Care Home, where I have progressed from my previous role as Team Leader. I have over 8 years’ experience as a home care worker, during which I developed a strong foundation in supporting individuals with a wide range of needs. I have also worked in a care home that specialised in dementia care, gaining valuable hands-on experience in supporting residents living with dementia. This background has helped me build the skills, knowledge, and compassion needed to lead and support high-quality dementia care within my current role.

I moved to Leeds in 2021, where I found a job as a Care Assistant, which I loved. I heard about Adel Manor when it first opened in 2022, and within 3 months, I was promoted to a Team Leader. A year later, I was promoted again to Head of Care. I am passionate about my role and strive to ensure we are providing the best care whilst uplifting both residents and staff.

My name is Corina, and I am employed as the well-being coordinator at Adel Manor. I have worked in Health Care for over 20 years and in a variety of roles. I now work in well-being, as I get to work closely with the residents to provide meaningful activities and social stimulation, whilst making new memories and helping them to reminisce on old ones. I enjoy my job a great deal as I look forward to making a lasting impact on the lives of others, whilst stimulating their mind, body, and soul. If I can make just one person smile each day, then I can rest at night happy.

I started my career in the suited-and-booted world of Lloyd’s of London, working my way up from post opener to claims handler. Life took a new direction when my children came along, and I began working in a primary school so I could be there for them. As a single mum with little support, it was the best way to balance work and family.

When my mum became unwell, I cared for her as her health declined. In the last couple of months of her life, I started working at Adel. I wanted to do something meaningful, to help people, just as I had done with the children at school, but now with older generations.

Having been through the experience of placing my own mum in a care home, I know how difficult it can be for families. That’s why I give my all to our residents and their loved ones. If I can make even one person’s experience a little easier, then I know I’ve done my job.

Outside of work, I enjoy music and arts and crafts - anything creative that helps me unwind and express myself.