Meet the Reigate Grange Team

General Manager

Fahame Aboubacar

I was privileged to join Reigate Grange in 2023 to support the team as Care Services Manager and even more delighted to move in to the role of General Manager later that year. I am a qualified RGN, a dynamic individual with excellent nursing and leadership skills. I have a track record of delivering clinical excellence in a professional manner through direct nursing care. I have Deputised for more than 10 years and also worked as Acting Manager within my journey as a Deputy Manager. I’m a qualified TTT (Train The Trainer) and also have experience in commissioning new homes. At Reigate Grange, there is a genuine team spirit of cooperation and a passion to deliver the highest quality care. As General Manager, I strive to support this ethos and make our home truly exceptional.

Clinical Services Manager

Sumitha Vijayagangadharan

I’m Sumitha, a Clinical Services Manager at Reigate Grange with over 26 years of clinical experience in Acute and nursing home settings, holding qualifications in General, Medical, Surgical, Paediatric, Psychiatric, Obstetric and Community nursing. I’ve earned a State Award of Merit in Medical and Surgical Nursing and completed post-graduation in Gerontological Nursing and End of Life care in Ireland. Passionate about elderly care, I’ve worked in India, Malaysia, Ireland, and the UK, specializing in Acute stroke units. My goal is to provide dignified care to elderly residents, ensuring loved ones’ peace of mind. Progressing into management, I now mentor and empower large teams. I feel privileged to work for Signature where the values of the organisation align with my own.

Residential Care Manager

Megan Leigh

I joined Signature at Reigate Grange in September 2018 as an Activities Co-ordinator after graduating from university where I studied Psychology. During the Covid pandemic, I transitioned into the care team and found a job I am truly passionate about. I soon progressed to become a Care Supervisor and then in December 2023, I was invited to take the role of Acting Residential Care Manager. My official appointment to the position of Residential Care Manager came in February 2024. It’s a huge privilege to be able to develop my career from within Reigate Grange and to provide continuity for our deserving residents. I’m committed to the values that Signature holds and proud of the care we deliver on a daily basis.

Dementia Care Manager

Mariyana Storey

I first joined Signature in October 2020 as a Care Supervisor in the dementia care community. I was then promoted to the role of Dementia Care Manager. If there is one thing that I’ve learned in my years of working with people living with dementia, it is: The happiest and most fulfilled people are those who devote themselves to something bigger and more unique. There is nothing more rewarding than helping the most vulnerable people to continue to live their lives with dignity and respect.

Business Admin Manager

Diane Swinton

I joined Reigate Grange in November 2022 as the Business Admin Assistant. I recently got promoted to Business Admin Manager and I feel so privileged to be part of the amazing team here. Prior to working in the Care industry I was a PA to a Regional Manager for a well-known supermarket chain. I now feel that I make a difference every day to someone’s life which is thoroughly rewarding. I do a lot of work behind the scenes around HR, finance and support for all of the staff and managers ensuring our residents get the best care.

Activities Manager

Chloe Krokidis

I joined as Activities Manager back in June 2018 as part of the commissioning management team at Reigate Grange and as a complete newbie to the Care Industry. I come from a background within the Entertainment industry; an industry I was fortunate to work in for over a decade; working both in hotels and on board cruise ships; as a Singer/Dancer within the Production Team and Manager of the team. My background has given me a wonderful insight into fantastic customer service and organising and delivering the Activities & Events within the home has been extremely rewarding on a daily basis. Since being with Signature I have also been fortunate enough to have completed my Hospitality Manager certificate; specialising in Conference and Events Management.

I honestly thought leaving the Entertainment industry, I would never find a job I enjoyed as much, yet my time here at Reigate Grange has been amazing and extremely fulfilling

Head Chef

Ancuta Tiriteu

Born and raised in Romania in a family that loves food I became passionate about food and I love cooking with excellent quality, fresh ingredients. I attended a private college in culinary arts in 2013 and I was classically trained by one of the best French chefs. For the past 10 years, I have had the pleasure to work and cook in luxury establishments. I love cooking traditional British food and I also enjoy exploring other cuisines with Mediterranean being one of my favourite. To me, there is no great chef without a great team, you must have people around you who understand the same ‘music’, they need you but you need them desperately if you want to achieve the excellence. In the past few years, I have focused my personal life more towards healthy food choices and I enjoy a very healthy diet.

Maintenance Manager

Dean Ferrari

I am Dean Ferrari Maintenance Manager at Reigate Grange. I started at a previous Signature home as a maintenance assistant, progressing to be Manager and moved to Reigate Grange in 2023. Prior to coming into the care industry, I enjoyed renovating houses and did a lot of travelling for work. I thoroughly enjoy working here at Reigate and strive to keep the home and grounds to an excellent standard for our residents.