EHC Cumbria

I have worked in the care sector since the age of 17, gaining valuable experience in both residential care homes and domiciliary care. In 2022, I took the step into self-employment as a carer, spending two and a half years providing care and support within my local community before fulfilling my lifelong ambition of establishing EHC Cumbria, which became CQC-registered in 2025.

Having grown up in Penrith, I have always been passionate about making a difference to people in our local community. My vision was never to build the biggest care company, but to create a small, dedicated team of genuinely caring individuals who share my values and commitment to providing exceptional care.

I strongly believe that quality care should never be rushed. Every individual deserves time, patience, dignity and respect, with their independence encouraged wherever possible. I often reflect on the fact that one day my own family may need care and support, and I want every service user to receive the same standard of care I would expect for those closest to me.

As Registered Manager, I am incredibly passionate about both the people we support and the wonderful team behind EHC Cumbria. Having experienced working environments where staff can sometimes feel like just another number, I am determined to do things differently. I pride myself on creating a welcoming, supportive workplace where every team member feels valued, appreciated and part of the EHC family.

I would describe myself as approachable, organised and always willing to go the extra mile. I absolutely love seeing the positive difference that good-quality care can make, not only to our service users but also to their families.

Since becoming registered in 2025, I am immensely proud of everything EHC Cumbria has achieved, from building a fantastic team and developing meaningful relationships with our service users and their families to opening our office in the heart of Penrith.

Outside of work, I am a wife and proud mum to three children, two boys and a girl, as well as two French Bulldogs! Family means everything to me, and when I'm not busy with EHC Cumbria, I enjoy spending quality time with my loved ones, getting lost in a good book and escaping somewhere sunny whenever possible. I'm definitely more of a sunshine person than a fan of the Cumbrian cold!

For me, EHC Cumbria is so much more than a business. It's something I have built with genuine love, determination and a belief that everyone deserves to feel cared for, respected and valued. Read less

Before joining the care sector, I worked as an electrician, but when Sarah took the leap into self-employment as a carer, I joined forces with her to support her journey. I've always enjoyed helping people, and what started as supporting Sarah's dream soon became something I was equally passionate about.

As EHC Cumbria grew, so did my involvement, and today, as Director and Safeguarding Lead, I play a hands-on role in the day-to-day running of the business. From managing safeguarding concerns and ensuring staff training is up to date, to supporting our team, taking calls, visiting service users and being part of the on-call team, no two days are ever the same!

I'm a firm believer that when it comes to care, the little things really do matter. I like things to be done properly, and nothing should ever be overlooked when it comes to the safety, dignity and wellbeing of the people we support. Providing high-quality care is something I take incredibly seriously, and I'm always willing to go above and beyond to make sure we get things right.

One of the things I enjoy most about my role is supporting our fantastic team. I pride myself on being approachable, always happy to help and hopefully bringing a bit of humour into the working day! Being the only man on the team certainly keeps me on my toes, and I often find myself being the go-to person for just about everything!

I'm incredibly proud of how far EHC Cumbria has come, the dedication of our team and, most importantly, the wonderful care they deliver every day. Watching the business grow while maintaining the close-knit, family feel that makes us who we are has been incredibly rewarding.

Outside of work, I'm a proud husband and dad to three children. I love spending quality time with my family, getting out and about in my VW van, watching a good series on Netflix and enjoying a bit of well-earned relaxation when I get the chance!

For me, EHC Cumbria isn't just about running a business. It's about supporting our team, making a genuine difference to people's lives and ensuring that every service user receives the quality of care we would want for our own family. Read less

My journey with EHC Cumbria began right at the very start, working alongside Sarah as a self-employed carer before becoming part of the office team. I've been lucky enough to grow alongside the business, and it's been amazing to see how far we've come!

As Care Coordinator and Administrator, my role is incredibly varied, and that's exactly what I love about it! From carrying out pre-assessments and welcoming new service users to creating care plans, arranging rotas, completing reviews and supporting our wonderful care team, no two days are ever the same. I'm often one of the first faces you'll meet when joining EHC Cumbria, which is one of my favourite parts of the job.

I absolutely love being organised, having a good list of tasks to work through and making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Ensuring our care plans are up to date and that any changes to someone's care are implemented properly is something I take great pride in.

I'd describe myself as bubbly, sociable, approachable and always up for a laugh! I love getting to know our service users and their families, and I'm always happy to help wherever I can. I'm definitely one of the jokers in the office, and I like to think I bring a little bit of laughter to everyone's day!

One of the things I'm most proud of is how much I've learnt since joining the office team. Having worked as a carer, I never quite realised just how much work goes on behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly. It's given me a whole new appreciation for everything involved in delivering great care.

Outside of work, I'm a wife and proud mum to three children, two daughters and a son, as well as a dog! I love spending time with my family, getting out and about, making lovely memories together and relaxing with a good book whenever I get the chance.

For me, the best part of EHC Cumbria is being part of such a close-knit team and knowing that everything we do, whether out providing care or working behind the scenes, makes a real difference to the people we support. Read less