Mahesh Patel
CO-FOUNDER & CHIEF EXECUTIVE
Mahesh has over 30 years’ experience in the care sector at a senior executive level, including positions in finance and other healthcare-related industries, including dental, prosthetics, orthotics and children’s nurseries.
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Alka Patel
CO-FOUNDER & ESTATES MANAGER
Alka Patel brings over 30 years of experience in the care sector, having purchased her first care home in 1990. She oversees the estate’s function of the business and is also involved in financial operations.
Alka is a qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA).
John Alflatt
FINANCE DIRECTOR
John Alflatt has been working in the care sector since 1996 and brings a wealth of financial expertise to the team.
John is a qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA).
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Ruth Field
ESTATES DIRECTOR
Ruth Field oversees refurbishments, extensions, and new builds across all Minster homes. With over 10 years of experience designing and developing care homes across the UK, she brings a strong architectural focus to every project.
Ruth holds a degree in Architectural Technology.
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Colin Farebrother
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
Colin is a Registered Nurse and has worked in the care sector, both in elderly care and in learning disabilities services, for over 20 years.
Colin oversees and is supported by an experienced team of Regional Managers and support staff.
Paul Nicholls
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
Paul Nicholls is a Registered Mental Health Nurse with a Specialist Practitioner degree in Community Psychiatric Nursing.
He brings extensive experience and in-depth knowledge in supporting individuals with Dementia and mental health needs, making him a key leader in delivering high-quality, person-centred care across our services.