18/06/2026
🌟 Celebrating Janice Kershaw – A Well‑Earned New Chapter 🌟
After many years of dedicated service, we are saying a heartfelt thank you to Janice Kershaw as she leaves The Mayfield Trust today Thursday 18th June 2026 to begin a well‑earned new chapter.
Janice has been a truly special part of the Trust, and her contribution has touched every corner of the organisation. Through her energy, creativity and exceptional training skills, she has inspired staff teams, supported the people we work alongside, and helped shape the culture we are so proud of today.
She had a real gift for training, bringing learning to life with warmth, humour and a genuine passion for helping others succeed. This has empowered countless colleagues to grow in confidence and capability, leaving a lasting impact across our services.
Her work with the Friendly Circle and across our services has left a lasting legacy, not only in the knowledge she shared, but in the warmth, humour and encouragement she brought to everyone she met. Janice has a unique way of making people feel valued, confident and supported, and that impact will be felt for many years to come.
Janice will also be remembered for the many moments of laughter she brought along the way. One story that always stands out is a coach trip where; after missing the departure from Halifax bus station, she calmly took it all in her stride leading to a rather memorable dash up the motorway to catch up with it! It perfectly sums up her resilience, humour, and unwavering commitment to the people she supported.
Over the years, we have shared memories of Joy, sadness and challenge whilst supporting people through their lives. Janice has embraced new ideas, challenges and opportunities with enthusiasm, while always staying true to what matters most, genuine care for the people we support. She has been a constant source of positivity and inspiration to colleagues across the Trust.
While we will miss her enormously, this is very much a moment to celebrate. We are excited for Janice as she steps into this next chapter, one filled with well‑deserved time, rest, and new opportunities ahead.
Janice leaves with our deepest thanks, admiration and appreciation. She will always be a cherished part of The Mayfield Trust’s story.
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🌼 Celebrating Angela O’Dowd – A Well‑Earned New Chapter 🌼
After many many years of dedicated service, we are saying a heartfelt thank you to Angela O’Dowd as she leaves The Mayfield Trust today Thursday 18th June 2026 to begin a well‑earned new chapter.
Angela has been a truly special and valued member of the Trust for many many years, from supporting people in residential care, Ferncliffe, to Supported Living, Dalecroft it has been quite a journey. Throughout her time with us, she has made a lasting difference to the lives of the people we support and to the colleagues around her.
Over the years, we have shared memories of joy, sadness and challenge whilst supporting people through their lives. Angela has always approached this with compassion, kindness and deep respect for each individual.
She has mentored and supported many staff, helped shape our services, and brought warmth, dedication…and of course, cake!
We are incredibly grateful for everything Angela has given to the Trust. She will be very much missed by all who have worked alongside her and by the people she has supported.
While we will miss her enormously, this is very much a moment to celebrate. We are excited for Angela as she steps into this next chapter, one filled with well‑deserved time, rest, and new opportunities ahead.
Please join us in thanking Angela for her outstanding contribution and wishing her all the very best for the future, you will always be part of the Mayfield family. ☺️💐
