ESSEX RESPITE & CARE ASSOCIATION
MEET THE TEAM
team members

Gemma Baines
Co-Manager

Ollie Britter
Support Worker
Barbara Burl
Support Worker

Katie Casey
Support Worker

Rachel Clark
Support Worker

Carla Darroch
Support Worker

Julie Davidson
Support Worker
Aimee Ellerton
Admin

Elizabeth Farrell
Support Worker

Sarah Lawlor
Support Worker

Christine Lisandrou
Support Worker

Debra McCarthy
Support Worker

Emma McTurk
Admin

Crystal Pannell
Client Liaison Coordinator

Sarah Pearson
Support Worker

Rhys Perryman
Support Worker

Jemma Pollack
Co-Manager

Susan Strathern
Support Worker

Robin Taylor
Support Worker
Support Worker
Support Worker
Members of the board
Essex Respite and Care Association’s Board of Trustees is responsible for making sure the charity is run in the interests of the people it is there to support. They set out strategic direction and oversee the management team of the organisation. We have six Board Members and we are hoping to recruit more trustees over the next year.
Robert Barclay
Trustee

Karl Davies
Trustee
Karl joined ERCA as a Trustee in July 2021. He worked for NatWest for 35 years undertaking a wide range of roles including risk assessment, loan approval and monitoring, strategic planning and policy development / implementation.
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Since taking early retirement, Karl has been volunteering with Maldon Citizens Advice Bureau.
In his spare time, he plays golf and squash, has a keen interest in history and enjoys travelling.

Ian King
Trustee
Ian has worked in the Banking and Consulting sectors for over 35 years mainly in technology roles ranging from developer through to program director.
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He joined the board of trustees in May 2021 and is hoping to bring his experience of business, technology and project management to assist the charity.
Ian is a keen cyclist and gets involved in a number of organised rides around the South East each year.

Geoff Page
Trustee/Treasurer
Geoff is a retired Local Government Finance employee. He originally came to ERCA in the year 2000 through Community Service Volunteers as his past financial background could be of use to the charity.
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Geoff is committed to supporting the community and he is also a Trustee of Chelmsford Citizens Advice Bureau. Geoff thoroughly enjoys cricket and is a life member of Essex County Cricket Club.
Niamh Eve
Trustee
Clive Booth
Trustee
Why become a Trustee?
Being a trustee can be very rewarding. As a trustee you have the chance to support and shape the work and strategic direction of an organisation, and you can make a significant difference to a cause that matters to you. As a trustee, you are part of a team and will have the opportunity to apply your unique skills and experience while learning from others. Working closely with a passionate team of people who have different perspectives is often one of the most enjoyable aspects of the role.
If you are interested, please call us on 01245 353855 or email us at: office@essexrespite.org.uk
Count on us
We strive to provide excellent support
Support Individuals with Mental Illness
Social & Therapeutic Activities
Attending Medical Appointments
Help Achieve Personal Goals
Support & Respite For Carers
Get in touch
Call our confidential support line on 01245 353855.
Our office is open
