Helen Baston – Service Manager

Helen is the Registered Manager of The Daley Care Centre, and a Registered Nurse with a passion for community, health, and social care.

Throughout her career, Helen gained experience in various settings, but she has always been drawn to the community side of care. For Helen, this sector is where she believes she can truly make a difference, helping people achieve their goals and maintain a good quality of life, no matter the challenges they face due to injury or health conditions.

Helen stepped into her first management role in 2015 and went on to earn a management qualification, allowing her to bridge the gap between clinical, health, and social care services. This experience has enabled Helen to manage facilities for children, younger and older adults, giving her valuable knowledge and skills in these areas. Now, at The Daley Care Centre, Helen loves sharing her expertise with the team to enhance the quality of care and support the residents receive.

Outside of work, Helen is a sociable person who enjoys spending time with friends and family. She also loves learning new things and unwinding with a good fictional crime or detective book!

Marie Nance – Deputy Manager

Marie is the Deputy Manager at The Daley Care Centre. She began her career as a support assistant in elderly care before completing an Advanced Nurse Access course in 2010. Her initial plan was to work in a younger complex care setting for two years before moving on to university but she quickly fell in love with working at The Daley Care Centre. The person-centred approach and the incredible impact the team have on people’s lives made it impossible to leave, and she has never looked back.

Over the years, Marie has progressed from a Rehabilitation Support Worker to Senior Rehabilitation Support Worker, and now to Deputy Manager. It has been an incredibly rewarding journey, and she is proud to be part of such a dedicated team. Marie likes to think of herself as an approachable person and a good listener, someone people can turn to when they need support.

Outside of work, Marie is a proud mum of four, and being part of a close-knit family who love spending time together. Whether it’s swimming, walking in the local countryside, or just enjoying each other’s company. In the rare moments she gets to herself, Marie enjoys a good book and a well-earned glass of wine!

Victoria Sudworth – Clinical Commissioning Support Manager

Victoria is the Clinical Commissioning Support Manager at The Daley Care Centre. She is a Registered Adult Nurse who began her career in the NHS, working in intensive care and accident & emergency departments across the North West. In 2017, she moved into the social care sector, gaining extensive experience in managing specialist care homes. Now, in her role at The Daley Care Centre, Victoria brings together her clinical background and management expertise to ensure the people we support receive the highest standard of care, tailored to their complex needs.

Victoria holds a nursing degree alongside an additional qualification in higher management within social care, which helps her bring together clinical care and strategic planning. Her passion lies in ensuring that the services we provide are not only high-quality but also compassionate, person-centred, and well-structured to truly meet the needs of our clients.

Outside of work, Victoria is a friendly and approachable person who loves spending time with her husband and three children.