FLEXIBLE RESPITE - Key Persons


Alison Patterson

Job Titles:
  • Director of Care Registered Mental Health Nurse ( RMN )
Alison has almost 40 years of experience working in Mental Health Nursing, latterly as a Community Charge Nurse within the Multi-Disciplinary Mental Health Older Adult Team covering Central and West Side of the Scottish Borders. Passionate, professional and dedicated, Alison is the primary contact for Clients, Carers and Family. She undertakes the assessment of the care and support required, the matching of staff with our Clients and all aspects of service quality assurance.

Andrew Aitken

Job Titles:
  • Director of Business Support
Andrew has over 25 years' HR experience within the Public, Private and Not for Profit Sectors. As a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (FCIPD) he has substantial experience of working at a senior level within large, complex organisations. Andrew is experienced in developing organisational commitment and ensuring a corporate and service focus on outcomes and results. He is responsible for business operations and development as well as franchising opportunities.

Nicola Farrell

Job Titles:
  • HR Manager
Nicola has over 15 years' HR experience. As a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (MCIPD) she has substantial experience of working in all aspects of HR within small and large organisations. Nicola recognises the importance of creating a working environment that supports and values its staff. Nicola supports Alison and Andrew in many aspects of the business and is the point of contact for staffing and account related issues.