We help you live the best life you can whatever your age. Building on our reputation for supporting autistic people and people with a learning disability, we also offer an advocacy service that ensures all voices are heard and bespoke home care to meet personal and family needs.
Our servicesWe embrace new and innovative ways to support people to lead fulfilled lives.
Our person-centred approach ensures that the experiences of clients, families and communities are at the heart of all we do.
Everyone should be valued equally. This means they are listened to, and their views are included in making choices about how they live their lives.
Through inspiring, challenging, and campaigning we support each other to achieve our dreams and uphold our rights.
We all learn and grow by developing our staff and volunteers to make a real difference to people’s lives.
We have expanded our advocacy services through strong leadership that provides regular challenge, monitoring and evaluation of our performance.
Chair of the Board
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Treasurer
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Chair of the Board
“I believe everyone should be valued equally, listened to and included.”
As a carer myself, I engage with other carers, to ensure that their views are heard directly by our Board and that the organisation acts in the best interests of both the organisation, our clients, carers and staff. Our clients and carers experiences should be at the heart of all we do.
With a working knowledge of psychology and talking therapies, I champion voices that are not always heard. I’m passionate about Community ConneX services having seen the support my brother has received over many years of support from this forward-looking charity.
Vice Chair
“We challenge and inspire each other to help people achieve their dreams.”
I ensure that we maintain the highest standards of governance by reviewing and developing the skills we require as a Board and by ensuring we are accountable. I also attend community activities so that I can engage with people who use Community ConneX services. This supports us in developing more responsive services, tailored to meet needs of individuals and families.
My background is in education and I know the difficulties faced by young people with a range of additional needs, and those of their families.
Trustee
“We listen to clients, families and communities to create opportunities.”
I work closely with the Chair, Trustees and the Chief Executive to ensure that the organisation is carrying out its purposes for the public benefit and complying with governance and the law. It is crucial that the organisation is run with care and skill and resources are managed effectively.
My background in business development and international trade management enables me to support with new business ventures and create opportunities for Community ConneX. I’m passionate about supporting the community and am a trustee with various other charities, including Our NHS Our Concern, Arts & Culture and Tribal Healthcare.
Treasurer
“We build on solid foundations to reach and support more people.”
As Treasurer I work closely with the Board and Executive team to ensure the financial stability of Community ConneX.
I have spent my entire working life in financial services. This has provided me with a sound understanding of all financial and non-financial risks associated with running an organisation and allows me to advise both the Senior Leadership Group and Board members of any key risks likely to impact on Community ConneX.
Trustee
“As an expert by experience, I campaign for people to have choices in how they live their lives.”
The rights of people with learning disabilities and autism have been central to me throughout my life and I use my lived experience to support our engagement and Campaigns at Community ConneX.
My background as a carer and my role as a self-advocate have revealed the numerous obstacles that under-represented people encounter. I do my best to empower others to identify, overcome and hopefully remove the obstacles to ensure equality for all.
Trustee
“I engage with our volunteers and clients to address challenges and bring people together.”
I work together with the other Trustees to ensure the organisation manages its resources responsibly. As part of this I visit different services within Community ConneX. I do this so that I can gain insights into how we are performing as an organisation. I also get the opportunity to listen to clients, families and staff and measure the positive impact we have on individuals and communities.
My experience within the retail corporate environment, specifically in finance, enables me to support the work of Community ConneX.
Trustee
“Trusteeship is about responsibility, purpose, and creating better outcomes for communities.”
With over 14 years’ involvement with Community ConneX, I provide strategic oversight and contribute to key decisions. I work closely with fellow trustees and senior leaders to ensure services deliver real value for our people and communities.
My background in governance, stakeholder engagement, organisational development and finance informs my trusteeship. As an FCCA with over 20 years’ post-qualification experience, I bring strong financial and governance expertise, focusing on value for money, compliance and sustainability. I use this experience to strengthen accountability, support effective decision-making and ensure services remain responsive and impactful for the communities we serve.
We work collaboratively to provide strategic and operational oversight of the organisation and our staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to our clients.
Chief Executive Officer
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HR Director
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Director of Services
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Chief Executive Officer
“I am committed to making sure everyone has the same opportunities to lead fulfilling lives and be able to access the right support to achieve their goals.”
I am responsible for making sure our organisation delivers high-quality services that meet the needs and aspirations of the citizens we support. I work with the Board and Senior Team Leaders to set out our strategic priorities, ensure new business opportunities are identified and developed so that we can address gaps, increase choice and extend our reach.
With over 25 years working in social care and 12 years in senior leadership roles, I have extensive experience in managing and delivering services for people with learning disabilities. My finely honed ability to identify best practice guides my approach to developing all of Community ConneX services.
HR Director
“Empowering our people to serve our community through a great culture and as an employer of choice is so rewarding.”
I lead all elements of the employee experience, from joining Community ConneX to career development and beyond. Through our HR policies and practices, I make sure our people are in the best position to deliver great individual care and make a different to people’s lives.
I have a diverse HR portfolio comprising both global corporate roles and also local and personal support of community-based organisations. With over 25 years of leadership and HR expertise, I bring a pragmatic approach that keeps us moving forward to achieve the objectives of Community Connex.
Director of Services
“Everyone deserves the opportunity to live independently, achieve their ambitions, and to be supported in ways that respect their choices and individuality.”
I ensure our services are safe, effective, and person-centred, delivering positive outcomes for the people we support. I work closely with our teams, partners, and stakeholders to maintain high standards of quality, drive continuous improvement, and ensure that the voices of the people we serve remain at the heart of everything we do.
With extensive experience in advocacy and health and social care leadership, I am passionate about developing services that empower people, support colleagues to thrive, and create lasting positive impact within our communities.