With over 30 years of experience in the health and social care sector, Emmie has dedicated much of her career to supporting older adults living with dementia. Her journey in care began at just 15 years old, volunteering with young adults in physical disability respite services.
Throughout her career, Emmie has worked across both the public and private sectors in various influential roles. These include serving as a CQC Inspector, leading Quality and Safeguarding for Hampshire County Council, managing multi-site services as a Registered Manager, and taking on roles such as National Project Manager, Service Director, and Governance Lead. Notably, she played a crucial role in delivering NHS clinical contracts for 111 services during the Covid pandemic.
Emmie is passionate about leading by example, with a focus on providing high-quality, safe service provision for both service users and staff. She values integrity, compassion, and a collaborative approach, always offering guidance and support with a positive, "critical friend" attitude to ensure harmonious teamwork with frontline colleagues.
Outside of work, Emmie is a devoted mother to four children, including three adults and a 10-year-old, as well as the proud owner of three cats, a dog, and hundreds of fish! She enjoys spending her free time outdoors, indulging in her love for hiking, birdwatching, and all things nature-related.