A CARE manager hailed ‘an inspiration’ has celebrated a milestone in her career.
Lisa Heaney, care manager at Brooview Bupa Care Home in Alderley Edge, has completed 20 years of service with Bupa.
A surprise party was held to celebrate her commitment to helping others, as she was showered with gifts, flowers and champagne.
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Lisa, 40, from Handforth, said: “I enjoy working with a great team and have a very special relationship with all of our residents.
“It is truly a lovely unit to work on and massively rewarding, especially when you see our residents smile.
“I have thoroughly enjoyed the past 20 years of my career with Bupa, it has been great to progress in such a rewarding role.”
Lisa joined Bupa in 2003 and worked at Hazelmere Bupa Care Home for more than 10 years as a care assistant.
She trained to become a senior carer and later gained her management diploma.
In 2013, she became care manager on the residential dementia unit at Brookview.
Lisa said: “The best advice I can offer to those thinking of getting into the care sector is to be passionate about taking care of people and be invested in the care setting.
“You will know in your heart if you have the right attitude to care.
“Most importantly, be patient and dedicated.”
Outside of work, Lisa enjoys spending time with partner Craig Sanderson, socialising with friends and going to the gym.
Sharon Short, care home manager at Brookview, said: “We are incredibly grateful for Lisa’s 20 years of service and wanted to show her how much we value all her compassion and hard work.
“She truly is an inspiration to us all.”
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