Meet the CEL Care Services Team

Rodina House has always held a special place in my heart, as it’s where my career in care first began at 17. I started out as a kitchen assistant and, over time, worked my way up to Registered Manager. After six years of growth within the home and beyond, returning has felt like coming full circle. 

My focus has been on strengthening quality, building a positive team culture, and ensuring truly person-centred care. It’s been really rewarding to work with Lindsey again — we share the same passion and values for delivering high-quality, compassionate care. 

Alongside my role here, I also work independently as a Care Consultant, supporting other providers to achieve the same standards of quality and kindness that inspired me from the very start.

In 2016 I made the decision to leave the British Army after 15 years of service, to spend more time at home with my family as an opportunity for me to join the family business became available.

I bring with me a plethora of skills and experience from working in a demanding and high-pressure industry. I have since continued to push my personal development, gaining additional qualifications more suited to a care sector role.

It gives me a great sense of pride to be able to provide clients with a safe, well-maintained environment in which to relax and enjoy, helping to improve their quality of life. Direct interaction with residents provides immense satisfaction for me.

In my time away from work I try and spend as much time as possible with my family, exploring and being outdoors and tyring new hobbies. My main passion is hiking and climbing.

My name is Josephine and I've worked in CEL Care services for 10 years. I love my job so much. We support older people with their daily lives, including dementia care. 

CEL Care Services is one of the best Residential Care Services in Eastbourne providing compassionate and person-centred care that helps our residents feel safe, respected and truly at home. CEL Care Services also takes care of the welfare of its staff who in return feel supported to continue to look after the residents.

I joined the care team at Rodina House in 2014 at the age of 18, it was my first employment within the Care Sector. It didn’t take me long to realise just how special this industry was.

At the age of 26 I became a Senior carer at Shandon house, shortly after taking this position I submitted my application to become the assistant manager. I am currently in the process of applying for the role of registered manager, this will be a joint position whilst completing my NVQ level 5.

I thrive on making a positive impact on all resident’s lives and empowering my team to do the same. Meeting new people every day and being able to learn about their unique stories and interest is important to me, finding ways to enhance their lives whether that’s sharing memories or simply by sitting down and listening is a bonus to my role. I believe that every interaction makes a real difference.

I want to make a difference in all our resident’s lives, including their families on decision making to enhance their quality of life and enjoyment.

Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my three children, going on adventures and watching them grow, I find inspiration in their energy.

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Throughout my life, I have undertaken a range of diverse roles that have broadened my knowledge and strengthened my skill set, including positions in sales, customer service, catering, and even construction. Each role has provided meaningful opportunities for growth. Now, with more than ten years of combined experience, I find my current position in health and social care to be the most rewarding. I take great satisfaction in contributing positively to the lives of others and in helping to maintain a safe and supportive environment.

I am also grateful for my employer’s support as I work toward achieving my NVQ Level 5 qualification. This opportunity will further deepen my

understanding of the care sector and support my aspiration to become an effective manager in the future.

Outside of work, I value the time I spend with my family, particularly with my elderly mother, to whom I offer support by applying the skills and compassion I have developed throughout my caregiving career.

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I started working at Shandon House in 2022 at the age of 14 as a support worker building strong people skills and a passion for helping others.  I have since progressed into a Health Care Assistant.

I enjoy spending time with residents and making them happy, knowing that I can brighten someone’s day motivates me and makes every shift meaningful.

My dream is to become a paramedic; I feel that my time spent at Shandon house is helping me gain the experience and confidence to make that dream possible.

Outside of work, I love spending time with my family and friends, going shopping, and enjoying holidays whenever I can. I am passionate about seeing as much of the world as possible and creating new memories along the way.     

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I bring a wealth of experience to my role. I have been in the care industry for 5 years and the entertainment industry for 7. I achieved a Bachelor of Arts in 2022 to bring more innovation to the care industry.

I enjoy curating engaging, person-centered days for residents that bring joy and connection, from interactive "show and tell" events to tailored events such as Christmas Parties and resident and relative meetings. I focus on creating excitement for the days ahead with shows, art therapy sessions, book clubs, pamper sessions, and managing external entertainment visits. I like to make a difference at both Rodina and Shandon House.

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I am the older and far more sensible canine member of staff. I take life at a steadier pace and prefer calm companionship to rushing about. I’m very good at knowing when someone needs a gentle nuzzle, a quiet moment, or simply a reassuring presence by their side. While Violet handles the excitement, I focus on comfort, warmth, and reminding everyone that experience counts for a lot around here.

I am the younger one on the canine team — full of energy, curiosity, and always ready to brighten someone’s day. I like to make sure every visitor feels welcome, and I’m an expert at offering cheerful company (and checking pockets for biscuits, just in case). If you hear lively paws heading your way, that’s usually me deciding it’s time to bring a smile to someone’s afternoon.