Getting in and out of a wheelchair

Vanessa graduated from London South Bank University in 2022 with a Postgraduate Degree in Occupational Therapy. She brings a wealth of experience having worked with both children and adults in the NHS and various charity organisations, which include settings specialised in learning disabilities and palliative care. Vanessa has worked within the Therapy Team at Nightingale Hammerson since 2022, supporting residents through personalised therapeutic interventions to enhance independence, well-being and improve quality of life. Vanessa enjoys enabling residents to engage and participate in their meaningful activities and tasks, as well as supporting the learning and development of team members within the organisation.

A compassionate and versatile Occupational Therapist and AHP Manager with over 30 years’ experience across the NHS, local authorities, private and charity sectors. I specialise in supporting adults with physical disabilities, dementia, rehabilitation needs, environmental adaptations, and palliative care. I’m committed to putting people at the centre of everything I do, delivering genuinely person-centred services and ensuring accessibility for all. I have a proven track record in interdisciplinary leadership, change management, innovation, creative problem-solving, service design, environmental adaptation, performance management, mentoring, customer service, and delivering outcomes that make a meaningful difference. In my spare time, I’m a passionate nature photographer!