Carefound Home Care (West Bridgford)

I have worked in adult health and social care for over 24 years, during which I have held CQC Registered Manager status on several occasions in both domiciliary care and learning disability and mental health services. I hold a Level 4 Diploma in Leadership and Management of Care Services and believe in making every day count for everyone we support, with people being at the heart of everything we do.

I am passionate about co-production and believe that not only does care to need to be person-centred but the people we help should also be empowered to lead their own care and support.

Outside of work, I love spending time with my family, friends, and animals. I also enjoy cooking and entertaining.

My experience in healthcare began in 2016 while I was studying an Access to Nursing course. I started to build relationships with the people we were supporting in the community and progressed my career over the years, gaining experience as a registered branch manager and care manager. I joined Carefound in 2020 and have since completed my Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management.

I have always been passionate about helping others and enabling them to stay in their own homes while living well. Our team at Carefound shares this passion, and it is incredibly rewarding to work with a group so dedicated to supporting those in our local community.

Outside of work, I spend most of my time with my family, enjoying days out and walking with our two dogs. I also like to keep fit through regular jogging and reform Pilates.

From a young age, I have always cared for others. My journey in the care sector began early in life. At 16, I became a personal care assistant for young adults with disabilities in my home country, Slovakia. During my university studies in Social Work, I continued supporting various vulnerable groups, including young adults, the elderly, people with mental health issues, and victims of domestic abuse.

In 2010, I moved to the UK, and by 2011, I had started my career in the healthcare sector here. I worked for a large nationwide care company, where I progressed from a live-in carer to an hourly care assistant, then to a field care supervisor, recruitment coordinator, and finally a care coordinator.

When I learned about Carefound Homecare, a company known for its outstanding reputation and strong values, I decided to apply. I was offered a role as a Care Manager, achieved my Level 5 in Health and Social Care, something I had always aspired to and helped grow our West Bridgford team.

I love my job in care. I am passionate about helping others and seeing the difference our team makes in their daily lives. I look forward to each day at work, thriving in a busy and diverse environment alongside our wonderful clients.

In my free time, I enjoy long walks, gardening, watching good sitcoms, and travelling.

I began my career in care in 2016 and have been dedicated to the field ever since. I joined Carefound in 2021 as a carer and have since advanced to the role of senior carer. I completed my Level 3 Diploma with triple distinction and I am currently pursuing a Level 3 Learning and Development Diploma to prepare for future responsibilities.

Why do I love working in care? For me, it’s not just a job—it’s a passion. I am committed to making a positive impact in people's lives, delivering high-quality, person-centred care, and empowering individuals to maintain their independence as much as possible.

In my senior carer role, I’ve discovered a new passion: supporting carers to be their best and watching them succeed. It’s a major source of motivation for me.

Outside of work, I spend all my time with my little boy, creating memories and enjoying our time together.