Meet the team here to support you.
Emma Heath, Chief Executive Officer
Emma Heath is our Chief Executive Officer; she joined Hampshire Care Association in September 2024. Emma has a degree in Psychology and started her career as a Healthcare Support Worker in learning disability and mental health services. Emma has since spent her time working in campaigning, advocacy, marketing and communications roles in adult and children's health and care services.
Emma is always keen to be invited to visit members' services, please contact us to arrange a visit.
Victoria Baron, Digital Manager
Victoria joined Hampshire Care Association in April 2020, bringing a passion for healthcare sparked in 2007 as a first aider and a BSc in Paramedic Science. She has held key roles in the NHS, Ministry of Defence, and DWP, gaining expertise in healthcare systems, social care challenges, and innovative solutions.
As Digital Manager, Victoria enhances digital practices in the care sector, guiding providers to implement secure, efficient systems and ensure compliance, driving transformation and improved care services.
James Burbridge, Growth and Development Lead
James leads growth and development initiatives at Hampshire Care Association in partnership with organisations such as NHS Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over ten years of experience working within the social care sector, primarily with Local Authority Social Work Departments, James brings his understanding of the sector to his role. Drawing upon his background in digital project management, he aims to support progress within social care through these various endeavours. He believes data can be a powerful tool to inform decision-making and ultimately better support social care providers
Outside of his professional life, James enjoys walks in the countryside with his Irish red setters and playing Warhammer.
Amanda Bessey, Trusted Assessor
Amanda Bessey is our Trusted Assessor based at Portsmouth QA Hospital. Amanda is a qualified nurse who has over 30 years of experience working in health and care, including managing a care home. Amanda is here to support home managers, offering free pre-assessments to homes in South East Hampshire, Fareham, Gosport and the Portsmouth area.
To discuss an assessment, you can contact Amanda at: [email protected]
Meet our Executive Team, a wonderful group of experienced Directors and Business Owners who volunteer on HCA's Board.
Clare Norris, Chair of HCA
Lesley Packham, Vice Chair
Maria Parsley, Secretary
Andrea Pattison, Executive Member
