Bramhall Manor Care Home

I qualified in 1995 in Leicester as one of the first Project 2000 diploma nurses. I then worked in Reading and Cheltenham for the NHS before moving to care homes in 2007, and moved to Cheadle Hulme in 2009. I have worked in a Clinical Lead role since 2017.

My background and passion are stroke care, end-of-life care and looking after people living with dementia. I love to mentor and coach people on how to give good care to people living with dementia, putting the person first and dementia second. New Care has the values that I hold dear as a nurse, which is putting the resident at the centre of everything we do and building a new team at Bramhall Manor means we can move forward with that philosophy as a team.

I qualified as a Registered General Nurse in 2009 and have worked predominantly within Community Nursing. During this time, I completed my Specialist Practitioner Postgraduate Degree, which gave me the skills to lead and develop services in the management of people with long-term health conditions, frailty and palliative care. I was also fortunate to attend a programme with the Florence Nightingale School of Nursing and successfully became one of the first community nurses in the UK to receive the title of Florence Nightingale Community Nurse.

My passion has always been delivering excellent care and exceeding expectations, not only for the residents but also for their family and friends. By treating each person as an individual and tailoring their needs through evaluation and feedback, I aim to promote and deliver the highest standard of care delivery where compassion meets expertise.

I am proud to be part of this fantastic team here at Bramhall Manor, and alongside our Home Manager, Head of Care, Nurses, Team Leads, Carers and Ancillary Staff, we strive to deliver uncompromising quality in every touch.

My name is Candice, and I am delighted to introduce myself as the Head of Care at Bramhall Manor. Care has been close to my heart both personally and professionally since 2007. I started out as a Care Assistant and worked my way up to a Deputy Manager position before seeking a new challenge elsewhere. I am now proud to be part of a fantastic team here at Bramhall Manor.

For me, care is a passion, and I take pride in providing all aspects of care to a very high standard. I strive to treat the residents in my care as I would my own family. I like to go home at the end of the day knowing I have done all I can to help provide care and support to the residents, families and staff in our home.

Care for me is not just about the residents but also their families and friends. I understand on a personal level the difficulties faced by families when the time comes to seek extra care for their relatives. Having a service you can trust is of the utmost importance. I strive to provide support to the family and friends of our residents, and I’m always here to lend an ear and offer any support I can.

With more than 10 years’ experience in care, predominantly within the mental-health sector, I joined Bramhall Manor in 2022 and have never looked back. I started my journey here as a Carer and have since progressed to Team Leader.

My passion is making somebody’s day a little brighter, and at Bramhall Manor, that comes naturally. The warmth, kindness, and welcoming spirit of both residents and staff make every day meaningful.

I have a particular passion for dementia care, and I’m committed to supporting each resident with compassion, dignity, and understanding.

If you asked my friends to describe me, they’d say I’m funny, caring, compassionate, honest, and a natural leader.

Bramhall Manor isn’t just where I work; it’s where I feel proud to make a difference.

I’ve worked at Bramhall Manor as Head Chef for three years. Before this, I worked in hotels across the UK, including London, Newcastle, and the Lake District. I love working at Bramhall because it gives me the chance to really get to know our residents—their likes, dislikes, and the stories behind their love of food. I’ve even learned a tip or two from some of our dab-hand bakers!

My name is Hayley, and I'm the Head of Hospitality here at Bramhall Manor.

Cooking has always been a true passion of mine, and I'm proud to hold both Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications in professional cookery. I joined the team four years ago, and for over a year now, I've had the privilege of leading the hospitality team – a role that allows me to combine my love for food with my dedication to creating a warm, welcoming environment for our residents.

Caring is something that has shaped me from a young age. I've been a carer for my mum since I was 10, and that experience taught me compassion, patience and the importance of making others feel valued. I always knew I wanted to use those experiences to support others, and working at Bramhall Manor truly feels like an honour.

Every day I'm grateful for the chance to meet incredible people and listen to the stories that have shaped their lives. I'm easy going, outgoing and compassionate – and I bring that energy into everything I do.

My name is George, and I'm proud to be an honorary team member here at Bramhall Manor, serving on the residents' committee.

I was born on 19th August 1946 and grew up in Heaton Moor, where I developed a love of learning and made friendships I still treasure. After school, I worked at The Co-op in customer service – I've always enjoyed meeting people and helping where I can.

Family means everything to me. I'm devoted to my sister Judy and my nephews Andrew, Michael and Philip, who I'm very proud of.

I've always believed in giving back. Before coming to Bramhall Manor, I volunteered for two years at the Primus Community Centre in Stockport, helping in the kitchen and welcoming people through the doors. Now, I'm delighted to continue that spirit here as part of the residents' committee.

One of the things I enjoy most is visiting the first floor to spend time with friends and sit with anyone who might need a bit of company. I love trips out, meeting new people and having a good chat. If I can brighten someone's day with a smile or a friendly hello, that makes my day too.

My name is Joe, and I've been part of the team here at Bramhall Manor since January 2025.

My background is in entertainment, which has been fantastic in this role. I love bringing a smile to the residents' faces with bad puns and cheesy dance moves. There's nothing better than sharing a laugh and brightening someone's day.