Lesley Parkin – Care Consultant

Lesley’s experience spans registered management, consultancy and interim leadership across nursing, residential and specialist care services. Having qualified in adult nursing in 1993, she combines clinical knowledge with a practical understanding of the responsibilities involved in running a care home and supporting its team.

Her work has included quality and compliance audits, coordinating improvement across multiple sites and helping homes improve their CQC ratings from Inadequate to Good. She has also supported a home to leave special measures within six months and worked alongside a manager to achieve an Outstanding rating. Developing dementia-friendly environments has been an important part of her approach, helping services consider how their surroundings support residents’ wellbeing and daily experiences.

At Fulcrum Care, Lesley draws on her nursing and management experience to help providers understand concerns, agree priorities and put improvements into practice. She works closely with managers and staff to strengthen care planning, communication and accountability. Her supportive approach focuses on building confident teams and creating homes where people receive compassionate care and staff feel proud of their work.