Meet the team
Dr Emily Harrop
Position - Medical Director
Hi, I'm Emily and I am the Medical Director here at Helen & Douglas House and a consultant specialist in children’s palliative care. Read more
Sally Hayes
Position - Director of Nursing & Care
With 27 years of diverse nursing experience across hospital, community, charitable sectors, and university education, I bring a deep commitment to delivering compassionate care. Read more
Sian Payne
Position - Outreach Clinical Nurse Specialist
Hello! My name is Sian, and I am one of the Outreach Clinical Nurse Specialists at Helen & Douglas House. Read more
Debbie Kelly
Position - Head of Community & Family Support Services
Debbie is Head of Community & Family Support Services at Helen & Douglas House. Read more
Sammie
Position - Children's nurse
My name is Sammie and I'm a registered children's nurse. My role at Helen & Douglas House is diverse and wonderful. Read more
Ruth
Position - Practice Development Nurse
I’m a Practice Development Nurse at Helen & Douglas House. I deliver training to all clinical staff in a large group or at the bedside. Read more
Lucy
Position - Children's nurse
Hi, I’m Lucy. I am a Children's Nurse and I have been working at Helen & Douglas House for just under year. Read more
Jade
Position - Nursery nurse
I am a Nursery Nurse and I have been part of the care team for just over a year. Read more
Laura Craddock
Position - Siblings Team Leader
I'm one of the Siblings Team Leaders, supporting siblings through 1:1 support & group work. Read more
Emma Jordan
Position - Youth and Transition Worker
I am the Youth and Transition Worker at Helen & Douglas House and I support our young people to be the best they can be & achieve the best out of life. Read more
Lorraine Byles
Position - Family Support and Bereavement Worker
Hello, my name is Lorraine, and I am one of the Family Support & Bereavement Support Workers at Helen & Douglas House. Read more
Susan Simpson
Position - Social Worker
Hello, my name is Sue Simpson and I provide social, practical advice and support to families. Read more
Wendy Armes
Position - Deputy Head of Care
Hello, my name is Wendy, and I am one of the Clinical Leads at Helen & Douglas House. I provide leadership & support to the clinical team. Read more
Genny Stephenson
Position - Clinical Administrator
My name is Genny, and I am one of the clinical administrators here at Helen & Douglas House. I'm here to support our families & the clinical team. Read more