Highcliffe Residential Home 

Staff in Chorley

Eileen began her career as a cadet nurse in 1957 and has worked in the nursing/care field in a variety of ways.

Eileen has gained much experience in many areas including theatre and ward sister, community nursing as a health visitor and of course proprietor of many care homes and domiciliary care settings.

Eileen purchased Highcliffe in 2003 and has made many improvements in the home and its grounds. She has invested heavily in staff training and development.

Highcliffe Residential Home employs senior care staff, care staff, Activities Co-ordinator, a cook, a domestic, a laundry person and a caretaker.

All staff complete induction training, which is inclusive of moving and handling, first aid awareness and various other courses, and senior staff have completed Leadership course.

Staff are encouraged to train for NVQ levels two and three.

All staff training needs are constantly monitored and reviewed. Highcliffe is dedicated to ensuring staff receive the training required to provide all residents with a level of care that is a standard of excellence.

Following her retirement as Registered Manager in 2008, Pat continues to be employed at Highcliffe as Financial Administrator. Pat monitors all financial aspects of the home. This includes liaising with the accountants, Social services, Utilities, Service users and family members.Patricia has experience in this field and has sound knowledge of the requirements of the financial issues of the home.