We are absolutely delighted to share that our Specialist Support Team has won the Clinical Care Collective Award at the 2026 Stars of Social Care – Teams Awards held in Manchester!

The award is a testament to the dedication, compassion, and expertise our team brings every single day to the people we support. Our Specialist Support Team plays a critical role in the planning, development and delivery of our person-centre care and support across our residential care and supported living services.

Representing our winners at the ceremony were Charlotte Notman, Specialist Psychological Practitioner, and Aaron Bushell, PBS Clinical Practitioner, who proudly accepted the award on behalf of the team.

We would also like to congratulate all of our amazing finalists:

Canal Lodge – Shining Stars Team of the Year Award finalists
Ash Tree House – Complex Care Team Award finalists
The Recruitment Team – Talent Seekers Award finalists
Pottery House – Wellbeing Warriors Award finalists

To be recognised nationally alongside so many inspiring organisations and professionals across social care is a huge honour and a fantastic achievement.

When we talk about building futures together, teamwork is fundamental to that mission – and the Stars of Social Care – Teams Awards highlight the extraordinary impact that collaboration and shared dedication have across the social care sector.

Last month’s Easter festivities were packed with fun, colour, and creativity across Godfrey Care services!

At Station House in Rolleston, everyone got stuck into arts and crafts, making everything from decorated eggs to handmade cards. Meanwhile, Ashby House in Burton-on-Trent adorned the home with bright decorations and Easter-themed displays while crafting Easter cards for loved ones, adding a personal and heartfelt touch to the season.

The Ashby House support team also organised a special celebration, inviting guests from other services for music and dancing, followed by an Easter egg hunt and a delicious home-cooked meal enjoyed by all.

Another egg hunt was the highlight of celebrations at nearby Field House, where the occasion was graced by a very special guest — none other than the Easter Bunny, who hopped over to oversee the search for chocolate! The people we support dressed up in Easter outfits and tucked into delicious seasonal baskets full of sweet treats arranged by the support team.

At Potter House in Stoke-on-Trent, Theresa from the support team also demonstrated a talent for creating gift-wrapped goodies, putting together a beautiful Easter hamper that was offered as the first prize in a raffle held across several services.

Well done to the support teams at all our services for organising some cracking Easter celebrations!

Godfrey Care have made a range of key appointments to support our ongoing growth and delivery of high-quality care services.

Rob McCready has joined us as Maintenance Manager, bringing over two decades of experience in health and care environments, strong technical expertise and a proactive approach to compliance and safety. His experience managing multi-site operations and building effective teams will be invaluable in maintaining high standards across our services.

Lorna Turner is our new Service Manager for Supported Living East Midlands. With an impressive 24-year career in health and social care, Lorna has consistently demonstrated strong leadership and a commitment to high-quality, person-centred support. Having progressed through a wide range of roles, most recently as Deputy Manager, she steps into her new position ready to drive positive outcomes.

Working closely with Lorna is Helen – our new Deputy Manager for Supported Living East Midlands – bringing a wealth of experience across residential care, mental health, and learning disabilities. Her career, rooted in compassion and person-centred support, reflects a strong commitment to empowering individuals to live independently and confidently.

Dawn Kay has been appointed as Finance Manager, bringing over 22 years of financial experience, with a comprehensive understanding of finance operations, from transactional processes to strategic oversight. She will lead our finance function, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and strong financial management.

Lorna Finegan has stepped into a new role as our Head of Operations after making a significant impact since joining us in 2025 as Regional Manager. With 16 years of experience across residential and supported living services, her leadership is grounded in integrity, collaboration, and a strong focus on quality care. She also continues to invest in her development through advanced leadership qualifications.

Together, these appointments strengthen our leadership and operational excellence, reinforcing our commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care across our services.

Godfrey Care’s Pine Bank service in Chesterfield has been embracing the transition to a new season with a series of outings, including a visit to a petting farm, a bowling contest, and a session at a trampoline park that really put a spring in their step!

The farm had plenty of friendly faces to welcome their guests from Pine Bank. The people we support fed some hungry alpacas, greeted curious goats, and even found time to stroke the feathers of some particularly chilled-out chickens. CS was especially enthusiastic about the day and is already looking forward to more animal adventures with a visit to Twycross Zoo.

Later in the month, Pine Bank swapped strokes for strikes when they booked a lane at their local ten-pin bowling centre. The game was competitive but friendly, always played with a laugh – because that’s how they roll at Pine Bank!

An afternoon at the trampoline park proved to be just as lively, with the support team joining in and everyone bouncing with joy.

Well done to the Pine Bank support team for organising some fantastic experiences and making sure the fun really took off!

Godfrey Care is delighted to announce the appointment of Tracy Johnson as Managing Director.

Tracy brings nearly three decades of experience in health and social care to the role, with a proven track record of operational leadership, quality improvement and cultural transformation across multi-site specialist services. She joined Godfrey Care in August 2023 as Director of Operations and has since played a pivotal role in strengthening operational performance, governance and quality oversight across the company. Her appointment to Managing Director reflects both her impact within the organisation and her longstanding commitment to excellence in social care.

Before joining Godfrey Care, Tracy held senior leadership roles with national care providers, including Group Head of Quality Operations and Director of Operations. Her career progression from Support Worker to Registered Home Manager, Regional Manager and Director-level positions gives her both frontline insight and board-level perspective.

In 2018, Tracy was recognised by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) as one of 70 individuals nationally who had made a significant contribution to health and social care, featured in its publication Driving Improvement – Individuals Who Have Made a Difference, marking 70 years of the NHS. She was recognised for developing a comprehensive quality assurance toolkit aligned with CQC inspection methodology.

Since joining Godfrey Care, Tracy has worked closely with co-founders, Andy Barnes and Hayder Atia, in developing and expanding the organisation which delivers bespoke residential and supported living services for adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs. Godfrey Care now operates multiple services across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Staffordshire, with a continued focus on quality, workforce development and sustainable growth. New services are also due to be launched in 2026.

Speaking about her appointment, Tracy said:

“Having been part of Godfrey Care’s journey for the past few years, stepping into the role of Managing Director is both a privilege and a responsibility that I embrace with great enthusiasm. I am proud to be part of an organisation deeply committed to making a difference to people’s lives. Working with our team, I look forward to strengthening our vision and position within the social care sector, guided by our mission of building futures together and our values of innovation, inclusivity, and resilience. Our success has always been powered by our people, and I am excited to work alongside such a dedicated team as we continue to grow and achieve incredible outcomes for the people we support.”

Andy commented:

“Hayder and I are absolutely delighted to see Tracy move into this role. Tracy’s leadership, integrity and deep understanding of quality-driven care make her the ideal person to guide Godfrey Care through its next stage of development. She is passionate about raising standards and delivering meaningful, person-centred services, and we are confident in the future under her leadership.”