Staff
Being cared for by a team of professional and caring staff is the responsibility of Iona manager, Stephenie Leith, something she takes very seriously.
The Iona team provide health-related and social wellbeing-related care that creates a wonderful environment for residents who are encouraged to live fully and happy lives.
If you would like to know more or to arrange a visit please contact manager, Stephenie Leith, at stephenie.leith@psotago.org.nz or call us on 03 437 1870.
Stephenie Leith, Manager
Stephenie has overall responsibility for Iona, with oversight of our Enliven service philosophy of providing a home where our residents are respected, live with dignity, are safe, where their connections with family, friends and other residents are encouraged and they have a sense of wellbeing and fellowship. Stephenie supports her team of trained staff, including health professionals, to enact this philosophy so that everyone feels cared for and valued.
Todd Barson, Food Service Manager
Working with our dietitian and the team of kitchen staff, Todd will prepare menus full of nutritious and tasty ingredients, catering to all dietary requirements. He will explore different options, balancing the needs and wishes of residents, choosing a variety of ingredients and seasonal vegetables.
Di Gibbs, Management Assistant
Di carries out a wide range of administrative duties, including timesheets, invoices and recruitment needs. She coordinates meetings and provides staff-related support for Stephenie Leith.
Nicky Jenson, Activities Coordinator
Nicky, with her Activities colleagues, will plan and organise social activities to encourage our residents to be active, socialise with one another, ensuring residents have a fulfilling experience. This can include a huge variety of activities such as bingo, gentle exercises, board games, outings and fancy-dress days.
Michelle Munro, Activities Coordinator
Michelle also plans and organises events, this time with residents with dementia and other cognitive illnesses. Activities are not only scientifically researched, they are engaging, fun and interactive.
Bev Nuttall, Activities Coordinator
Bev will also plan and organise social activities, creating great opportunities for residents to be active, social and fulfilled.
Karen Rowe, Activities Coordinator
The Activities team also includes Karen who takes pride in planning and running activities that are fun for residents to take part in, learn new things and have a sense of community by coming together to share in the experiences.