Meet Our Team
We’d like to introduce our friendly Netley Court team who are determined to be the difference in senior care.
Lindsey Groenewald
General Manager
Lindsey Groenewald
General Manager
What I do:
I feel so very fortunate to be leading the team here at Netley Court, the environment and its surroundings is so beautiful but moreover to work alongside such passionate and dedicated individuals who strive to care for the residents with the love and kindness we would expect for our own family is something that should be cherished.
I am very motivated and driven to ensure that I promote the highest of care standards and to be able to advocate for a generation that have given and contributed so much in their lives is nothing short of a privilege.
My experience:
I started a career in nursing in 1990 and from 1994 when I qualified as a Registered Nurse, I worked in Care of the Elderly and Elderly Rehabilitation units.
In 1999 I began work in the Nursing Home sector where I have worked ever since initially as a nurse and a Deputy Manager and then from 2011 in Management roles.
About me:
I have lived my life in the West Midlands and Shropshire but relocated to Hampshire in November 2021.
I enjoy walking with my 3 dogs and I love spending quality time with my husband, my 3 sons and my family and friends. My husband and I very much enjoy our holidays abroad and in between those we escape for weekends away in the UK in our beloved campervan.
My ethos both in and out of work is that ‘life is for living’.
Mandie Edwards
Deputy Manager
Mandie Edwards
Deputy Manager
What I do:
As an Assistant to the General Manager my role is to assist in the management of the care and the wellbeing of all our Residents and Care Staff.
My experience:
I started as a care assistant when Netley Court opened in April 2015, I then progressed to a senior care assistant in October 2015. As I have developed some skills I was given the opportunity to become a Deputy Manager in August 2019. Cinnamon Care have given me the skills and opportunity to grow and develop.
About me:
I have 4 children and 2 are still at school, I enjoy spending time with my family and also enjoy a good book.
Laura Price
Deputy Manager
Laura Price
Deputy Manager
What I do:
I was promoted from Dementia Lead to Deputy Manager in December 2016, and I am thoroughly enjoying my role and the challenges it brings. It is hugely rewarding to be part of a fantastic team and a privilege to help provide excellent person-centred and holistic care.
My experience:
I have eight years’ experience in the care industry and began my career as a Care Assistant. I was promoted to Senior Carer and became the Deputy Manager at a residential care home before moving to Netley Court. Although I studied Social Care at University in Southampton and this has been a huge benefit in my job role, my passions lie within the care sector. I was privileged to be a finalist in the Great British Care Awards.
About me:
In my spare time, I like spending time with my friends and family, going to the gym, playing netball and holidaying. My best holiday to date was travelling around Europe on a motorbike!
Julie Bartholomew
Homes Admission Advisor
Julie Bartholomew
Homes Admission Advisor
What do I do:
I am thrilled to be the main contact for new residents and their families to join the Netley Court family.
I am here to guide and support them through the decision process of choosing a care home by providing them with information on our care options, facilities, and the outstanding expertise of our team.
There is nothing I love more than spending time with new residents and their families, giving them the guided tour of the home so they can feel and see what is so special about Netley Court.
My Experience:
I have over 10 years’ experience in the care industry, initially through medication supply to care homes when I worked for Boots UK in their Care Services department.
For the past 6 years I worked for Care UK as Customer relations manager, which has given me a great wealth of knowledge of the trials and tribulations of moving into a care home and how important it is for me to get it right for all our residents.
About Me:
I am a mum of 2 very active children, one boy, one girl. We love to spend time with our lone pony Freddie on Saturdays and going out for rides with him. I also love to exercise and run my own fitness business. I guess you could say I am not happy unless I am pushing myself to the max. I also love to have sunny, beach holidays when it’s time to kick back and relax to a slower pace of life.
Tanya Riley
Administrator
Tanya Riley
Administrator
What I do:
It is my privilege to provide the home and residents with administrative support on a daily basis.
My experience:
As a certified bookkeeper and with over 35 years of experience providing administrative support, I have worked in many sectors including finance, private healthcare and residential care, of which residential care is my favourite.
About me:
With three adult children, two dogs, a cat and a husband, I’m kept busy for most of my free time.
Dirk Helsig
Head Chef
Dirk Helsig
Head Chef
What I do:
I am responsible for the food and beverages at Netley Court. I work as part of a close team in the kitchen preparing and cooking the varied menus that provide the nutritional content to keep our residents healthy and happy. I want to make sure that mealtimes are always an enjoyable experience and something to look forward to.
My experience:
I was born in Germany and grew up in the Black Forest where I did my culinary apprenticeship. After working in St Moritz, Stuttgart and London at places including The Ivy, I decided I wanted to travel and so I went to sea, where I spent thirty years working for various different cruise lines. For the last 15 years I have been working as Executive Chef for Fred Olsen Cruise Lines, traveling all over the world, and experiencing many different styles of cuisine.
About me:
I have lived in England for over 20 years now with my English wife, and after spending so many years travelling, I am enjoying spending time at home. I like to go out for walks, visit the cinema and theatre, and am really interested in history so love to explore castles whenever I travel anywhere.
We’d love to meet you!