Helen has worked extensively in the third sector and brings a wealth of knowledge, skills and experience to the charity. Helen is a trained counsellor, experienced in contract management and building strong partnerships.

Prior to joining us, Helen was Director of Development at Best Beginnings which is a charity supporting parents in giving their children the best start in life. Helen spent 3 years developing commissioned services around the UK and raising the profile of the charity's work at a national level.  Helen has a strong background in income generation from working with Local Authorities, NHS Acute and Community Trusts and other third sector providers.

Helen also spent 4 years as the National Partnership Manager at the National Childbirth Trust (NCT) where she was instrumental in setting up peer support programmes and support groups across the UK.

Helen has been involved in delivering programmes where innovative health technology resources were used to enhance physical and mental health outcomes for vulnerable families, which were firmly mapped onto to the pathways within health and social care sector.

She is married with three children and has strong ties to the local area.

Helen’s vision is to collaborate with staff and partner agencies to build on their existing strengths and to develop and grow the organisation for a successful future.