Carmela Magbitang

General Manager

I joined the team in May 2015 having worked in the healthcare industry for many years. I am extremely passionate about delivering exceptional person-centred care to our residents and ensuring the highest standards of care are met. I am proud to be the General Manager and thoroughly enjoy working with our residents, their families and the entire care team at Signature at Sonning.

Jelena Boughton

Client Liaison Manager

As Client Liaison Manager, I may be your first point of contact when you make an initial enquiry with Signature at Sonning.  I am committed to handling your enquiry with care and integrity, supporting you and your family throughout the move-in process, and advising you in my best ability.  My professional background was providing excellent clientele service in the hospitality industry for over 13 years. I decided to transfer my skills to the care centre as I love helping people and find this new career path very rewarding.  Equally, I am incredibly impressed by the professionalism, care and empathy shown by the team to residents here and I am witnessing the strong bonds and incredible community spirit. It’s a huge privilege to spend my days in Signature at Sonning amongst our fabulous residents.

Sue Johnstone

Deputy Manager

I joined Signature at Sonning in November 2018. I have a BA and MA in Health and Nursing Studies from Reading University. I worked as a district nurse and manager for NHS North West Reading and I as a district nurse community practice teacher, training district nursing students. I have always enjoyed nursing and caring for people in

Janet Alibaya

Assisted Living Co-ordinator

I am delighted to be the Assisted Living Co-ordinator here at Signature at Sonning and I will lead by example as well as I promote compassion and an understanding that we can all provide an excellent service and show respect for all. My background has been in healthcare, and includes working as a Senior Carer for 8 years and a year as the Assistant Manager of a Nursing Home. I enjoy supporting, leading and helping my fantastic team of staff along with getting to know each and every resident here at Signature at Sonning.

Ian Duldulao

Dementia Care Manager

I originally joined sunrise in 2016 as a Senior Carer in reminiscence. I then worked my way up to Dementia Care Manager. My background is in nursing and I have worked the last 16 years in social care. I relish in providing care for people in a dignified and respectful way, when they need it most. I am privileged to work with and be part of such an amazing team, who bring so much joy and happiness to the residents we care for. My passion and goal in life is to care for others and support them to live well with their Dementia.

Georgina Williams

Activities and Volunteers Co-ordinator

I manage the wide range of clubs, hobbies, entertainers, live music, outings, guest speakers and exercise classes we have on offer at Sonning. With input from the residents my team also holds regular family events and social evenings.

Having such a variety allows the residents to pick and choose what they wish to be involved in.

Adriano Carvalho

Dining Service Co-ordinator

I joined the company in 2017 having previously worked as Catering Manager for a group of care homes in Dorset, and as a chef at Poole Hospital. I qualified in Special Diets and Nutrition and have a good knowledge of Clinical Nutrition and Health Sciences. I am passionate about preparing and presenting appetising dishes for those on special diets, but also love baking and cooking traditional homemade meals. Seeing the residents enjoy my food is what gives me the greatest happiness.