Family owned Care Home in Bournemouth for over 40 years

Karen

Qualified as a Registered General Nurse, gaining valuable experience working at Thomas’s Hospital, London and in hospitals in Australia. Karen is proud to be an integral part of the family's business, where her role involves pre-assessments and care planning. Drawing from personal experience with a relative in care, Karen is well-equipped to handle the emotional aspects of my job and thrives on meeting new people and tackling day-to-day challenges.

Caroline

Caroline has a background in the banking industry and currently serves as a trusted partner in the care home, managing accounts and payroll. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in this sector, she has led our dedicated team in delivering specialized accounting services for many years. She is responsible for the daily, weekly, monthly and annual accounting needs and paying staff via payroll. Caroline's longstanding relationship with the Bournemouth and Poole Council funding department is a testament to her strong connections in the industry.

Peter

Peter leads the maintenance team at White Lodge, ensuring the seamless operation of the home. Committed to maintaining the highest standards, He keeps the home modern and compliant with regulations. He is married to Julianna, our home's talented relief holiday chef.

Veronika - Registered Manager

Veronika is ambitious, well-organised, flexible, and highly motivated. Her career started as a care worker in a Residential Care Home in 2007 and has continued up to her current position. An excellent team player who always ensures staff work towards the same objectives and goals. Veronika's commitment is unwavering, and she finds joy in the unique challenges and experiences that each day at White Lodge and St. Helen’s Care Home brings. This passion fuels her dedication and commitment.

Hayley - Deputy Manager

Hayley joined White Lodge in 1995 and steadily progressed to the role of Deputy Manager. She finds the role incredibly fulfilling to face the unique challenges and opportunities the Care Home presents. One of her most enjoyable aspects is engaging with the residents and a significant milestone was achieving a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care. Outside work, Hayley enjoys spending time with her family and gardening.

Becky - Senior Team Leader

Becky is the Senior Team Leader at White Lodge and St. Helens Care Home, and started working here aged 16 after leaving school. Becky has progressed in her career and was awarded the Level 4 NVQ Registered Manager's award. Testament to the Care Home is that Becky has been part of the team for almost 40 years. In her free time she enjoys spending time with family, travelling, shopping and dining out.

Tamas - Head Chef

Tamas joined White Lodge in 2022, with over 12 years of experience in fast-paced kitchens in Belgian and London. His passion for cake baking and cooking techniques is matched only by his dedication to ensuring high food quality and presentation standards. He honed his skills in managing a team of cooks while understanding resident’s needs, always striving for excellence in every dish. Tamas enjoys travelling to explore diverse cultures and studying various gastronomic styles that broaden his culinary knowledge but also enriches creativity in the kitchen.

Mike - Health & Safety Manager

Mike joined White Lodge and St Helens in 2017 after working for many years within the water industry. During time he gained experience working within Care Homes, which provided a wealth of knowledge in health & safety compliance and workforce management. White Lodge and St. Helen’s has allowed Mike to demonstrate leadership and organisational skills further. Mike achieves immense satisfaction from the collaborative work environment at White Lodge and St. Helens, working closely with colleagues to achieve a high standard in recent inspections and audits. In his spare time Mike enjoys golf and spending time with family and friends.

Julianna - Holiday Relief Cook

Julianna Higginson has been worked at White Lodge and St. Helen’s Care Home since 2017. She is certified in Food Safety and Hygiene and holds a qualification as a Nursery Nurse. Julianna has extensive experience working in large hotel kitchens. In 2023, Julianna took leave to have a baby and now covers all holiday hours for our busy kitchen. She loves the flexibility of her job and enjoys spending her free time with her family.