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, Digital Project Manager
James primarily works on the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Digital Social Care (DISC) programme in partnership with the local Integrated Care Board (ICB). His expertise is underpinned by experience in the implementation of Case Management Solutions, both directly for local authorities and as a consultant for software suppliers. This is coupled with extensive experience working with local authorities across the South East of England, and he is particularly interested in the power of data driving improvements across the social care sector.
Outside of his professional life, James enjoys long walks in the countryside with his Irish 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
