Bower Care Home

Joanne brings a wealth of experience, having worked as a Facilities Manager in hospital settings for 19 years and having then moved across to be a care home manager for the last couple of years. In her most recent job, she was awarded by Scottish Care for her Leadership in 2025.

She is most excited to be leading the team at Bower Care Home and to be welcoming residents to their new home. With her strong passion and positive outlook, she is committed to making a positive difference for residents, families and her team alike.

Joanne is a strong leader who wishes for residents to live their best life, for staff to be supported, developed and proud of their work. Read less

Carina has 9 years of nursing experience, 3 being in Care Homes. Carina is dedicated to her team and residents, having a positive mindset and positive attitude.

Carina is passionate about developing her team and ensuring residents have the best experience. Carina is approachable, curious and caring, always encouraging and promoting teamwork and company values. Read less

My name is Mara. I have worked in administration for the past 10 years, including 5 years within a care home for profoundly deaf residents, where I developed my communication skills using BSL and strengthened my organisational skills.

I have also gained experience as an Operations and Volunteer Coordinator within the charity sector.

I am a happy, friendly, approachable and honest person who is passionate about making a difference in everything I do. Read less

Cooking has been my passion for over 20 years, and I have been lucky enough to build my career working in a variety of kitchens, from hotels and restaurants to food production and community catering. I love creating food that brings people together and making sure every dish is prepared with care, quality, and attention to detail.

I am delighted to be part of the Bower team, where I will have the opportunity to provide our residents with fresh, homemade, nutritious meals that are both comforting and enjoyable. For me, good food is about more than just eating – it is about creating memories, bringing a little happiness to each day and making everyone feel at home. Read less

I bring a diverse background in health and social care, having worked as a Health and Social Care journalist before leading activities for children and teenagers in community settings. I then moved into the care sector as an Activity Coordinator, where I discovered my passion for enriching the lives of older people.

As Activities Lead at Bower Care Home, I am committed to creating meaningful experiences, promoting wellbeing, and ensuring every resident enjoys a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle. I love bringing people together, creating moments of joy, and supporting residents to continue doing the things they enjoy while discovering new interests and experiences. Read less

I have 8 years’ experience working within a care home setting, carrying out maintenance duties including joinery, plumbing, building maintenance, electrical work and PAT testing. My main responsibilities include fire safety, Legionella, health and safety and ensuring all maintenance documentation and compliance records are kept up to date. I take pride in helping to maintain a care home environment that feels like a home from home, creating a welcoming and enjoyable place for residents. Read less

I have over 10 years of experience in the hospitality industry. I worked for four years as a Room Attendant, followed by more than six years as a Housekeeping Supervisor at one of the largest hotels in Edinburgh. During this time, I developed strong leadership, organisational and customer service skills while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and guest satisfaction.

After becoming a mother of two, I took time away from full-time employment to focus on my family. Once my children started school, I decided to return to full-time work, which marked the beginning of my career in the care sector.

I am proud to be part of the team at Bower Care Home and look forward to contributing to a warm, supportive and welcoming environment for both residents and colleagues. I am committed to creating a safe, clean and comfortable home where residents can feel valued and cared for, while supporting the team to deliver the highest standards of care Read less

I have over 22 years’ experience as a General Registered Nurse within the private care sector, bringing a wealth of experience and knowledge to my role as Registered Nurse.

Throughout my career, I have worked in management, training, clinical assessment roles, as well as spending many years as an Agency Nurse across Central Scotland and Fife. I have gained experience working in a variety of settings, including Private Home Care, Huntington’s, Frail Elderly, Dementia, Head Injury, Stroke and Complex Care specialist settings.

I am delighted to be part of this exciting new commissioning journey, supporting the well-being and quality of care for the residents who we welcome into their new home. I am passionate about providing compassionate care, supporting the team and advocating for the best person-centred care for our residents. Read less

Before becoming a nurse, I spent 15 years working in the hospitality industry, where I developed a strong passion for delivering excellent customer care and building meaningful relationships and values that continue to shape the way I care for residents today.

In 2020, I followed my ambition of becoming a nurse and graduated from Robert Gordon University as an Adult Nurse. Since qualifying, I have gained experience working in care homes in Inverness and other care homes in the local area. Read less

I have over 20 years’ experience in nursing, both in the UK and internationally, with a background in district nursing and elderly care. Throughout my career, I have built strong connections with patients and believe in providing care with empathy, dignity and respect.

I am now looking to specialise in palliative care, with a commitment to supporting patients and their families during difficult times. I enjoy using my sense of humour to build relationships and help create a positive environment within healthcare settings.

I am passionate about continuing to learn and develop in my career, and I am very excited to be joining the Bower Care team. Read less

Hello everyone, I’m Silpa. I am a Registered Adult Nurse with over 5 years’ experience working in elderly and dementia care in the UK. I am delighted to be joining the new team at Bower Care Home in Linlithgow. I am passionate about providing person-centred care and making sure our residents feel safe, valued and comfortable each day. Read less

My name is Blenda, and I am from Portugal. I have been a nurse since 2009. I knew from an early age that I would like to work with people.

I consider myself a caring, compassionate person who likes to feel useful to others.

I am very flexible and adaptable to any setting, as I have worked in different parts of the UK.

I am looking forward to this new chapter in my life. Read less