Meet some of the high-calibre team of therapists, managers and support staff who enable our service users to live their best lives.
Director
Laura Richardson-Cheater
As Laura’s parents set up Richardson Care in 1989, she has grown up in the business and is passionate about maintaining its core values.
Director
Greg Richardson-Cheater
Greg has a background in Social Work and care home management. He oversees the strategic and operational aspects of the business.
Operational & Clinical Officer
Jane Payne
Jane has extensive experience in the neurological sector and a passion for helping people to fulfil their potential.
Consultant Neuropsychiatrist
Dr Seth A. Mensah
Seth’s special interest areas are the neurocognitive, neurobehavioural and neuropsychiatric aspects of acquired brain injury and epilepsy.
Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Dr Pedro Areias Grilo
Pedro has special interests in neurological conditions and is actively involved in developing an innovative tool to measure positive behavior.
Registered Homes Manager
Jacky Johnson
Jacky is experienced in working with adults with a history of brain injury, mental health and learning disability. She demonstrates true professionalism and leadership in her role.
Registered Homes Manager
Helen Petrie
Helen Petrie has wide ranging experience in the care sector and has been Registered Manager at The Richardson Mews since March 2016.
Registered Homes Manager
Nikki Hives
Nikki has worked in a range of settings providing specialist care support since 2005, and achieving successful outcomes for service users with different complex and challenging needs.
Registered Homes Manager
Tally Thumwood
Tally is a warm-hearted and dedicated Manager. She loves working in the care sector and joined Richardson Care in 2012 as an Activity Support Worker.
Admissions and Referrals Manager
Gill Ayris
Gill joined Richardson Care in 2014 and her project management, organisation and people skills help her to work effectively with everyone involved in the admission and referral process.
Admissions and Referrals Co-ordinator
Ebony Staite
Ebony enjoys using her sales and marketing experience to make a positive difference to people’s lives. She values the warm, family environment that Richardson Care offers and the outcomes that it delivers for service users.
Music Enrichment Leader
Martin Reeves
Known as Martin the Music Man, he brings joy to our service users and helps them to improve their well-being in many ways.
Chartered Physiotherapist
Guy Stewart
Guy has been working with Richardson Care since 2011 and specialises in working with people who have a range of acquired and progressive neurological conditions.
Assistant Psychologist
Julita Frackowska
Julita joined Richardson Care in 2004. Her main role is to support people with learning disabilities to improve their well-being through maintaining existing skills and learning new skills.
Speech & Language Therapist
Katie Wilkins
Katie works with service users to help them improve their communication skills and manage their physical injuries.
Occupational Therapist
Paula Adamson
Paula works with people with a range of neurological conditions and has a particular interest in those who experience cognitive or behavioural difficulties.
Beauty Therapist
Louise Hammond
Louise is a qualified massage and beauty therapist with over 20 years’ experience. Providing regular treatments for service users helps to maintain self-esteem and well-being.
Maintenance Manager
Dexter Griffin
Dexter heads up the maintenance team at Richardson Care who ensure that all our care homes provide a safe, comfortable and homely environment for all service users.
Staff & Audit Co-ordinator
Laura Griffin
Laura’s role includes staff recruitment and administration and she’s the main person who welcomes new employees into the Richardson Care family.
MAKE A REFERRAL
Are you looking for a placement for an individual with learning disabilities or an acquired brain injury? Contact our Admissions and Referrals Team for more information or to arrange a visit to our specialist residential homes.