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We are proud of the diversity of our staff and services at Leeds Irish Health and Homes. Our mix of experienced workers and volunteers together create a happy and efficient team.
To understand what each member of staff does please see the biographies below.
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Meet The Team
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| Adrian O'Reilly
Housing Support Worker
Adrian works as a housing support worker delivering support and advice to help people remain independent. We are glad to have him as part of our team |
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| Ant Hanlon
Chief Executive
I have been with LIHH since I was employed as the first worker in 1996. I am a qualified social worker with over 20 years experience of working with vulnerable people. It remains a pleasure to work for an organisation that provides support to members of a community to which I belong.
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| Caroline Murphy
Outreach Worker
In 1999 I became the first outreach worker at LIHH. Much of my early work involved raising awareness of the needs of the Irish community in Leeds to the statutory and voluntary agencies. I now visit people in their own homes and help them access the services they need. In 2000 I helped set-up the over 55’s Day Club which is an enjoyable social afternoon held every week. I love working with the Irish community and find it very rewarding. It is also great to see how much LIHH has developed and the staff team grown over the last few years.
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| Eddie Mulligan
Community Development Worker
Originally from Co. Down I was an economic migrant in the ‘60’s and worked for thirty years in the NHS as a psychiatric nurse. I was thrilled to get a job with LIHH where I could work with Irish people to make an impact upon the way the Irish are viewed in Britain. LIHH is a brilliant place to work. Everyone is so friendly and considerate and yet very professional in their approach to the work.
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| Eileen Laurent
Outreach Worker
I have been with LIHH since 2003. Part of my role is to facilitate the different groups within the organization, these being the Carers group, Women’s group and an ever expanding Over 55’s Luncheon Club. My other role is an Outreach Worker offering support to vulnerable Irish people. My job is extremely fulfilling and we have a great staff team.
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| Emma McVennon
Housing Support Worker
I started at Leeds Irish Health Homes in April 2006 as a Trainee Housing Support Worker. I was born and raised in Leeds, although my grandparents were from Limerick.
This is a great opportunity for me to work and be involved with the Irish community in the city. It is extremely rewarding and I'm looking forward to a long and happy career here. Both staff and tenants have welcomed me with open arms.
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| Geraldine Ryan
Director of Operations
I joined LIHH in April 2006. I was born in Bradford of parents who came to England from Ireland in the 1940’s. I have worked in the Social Housing sector for over 20 years both as a front line worker and a senior manager with experience of working with all sections of the community.
LIHH is a vibrant organisation. I am very pleased to be a part of the team, contributing to the development and delivery of services to meet the needs of the Irish community here in Leeds.
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| John O’Dwyer
Senior Outreach Worker
My name is John O’Dwyer. I have worked in LIHH since 2000. I am Leeds born, my parents being from Galway and Roscommon. I am the Senior Outreach Worker. It is my job to supervise and co ordinate the various functions of the team. It is a pleasure for me to work within the Irish community in Leeds.
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| Karen Mallon
Senior Housing Support Worker
“I have been with LIHH since 1998. I’m originally from County Down, I came over to study and settled in Leeds. I started my career in homeless hostels and joined LIHH as a housing support worker. I’ve been the senior housing worker since 2003 and manage our housing service and support team. I love working for LIHH, it’s a fun and rewarding place to work.
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| Kathy Cooke
Administration Officer
I am originally from Belfast and came to England in 1969. After raising a family I returned to study and started a career working with the homeless. I worked in hostels for 15 years before joining LIHH in April 2006. I really enjoy working for LIHH, it is great fun and all the staff are so friendly and caring.
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| Laura Hutchman
Outreach Worker
I came to Leeds from Derry in 1999 to attend University. I am a qualified social worker and initially began working with LIHH as part of my placement. I returned to work with the organisation in 2005 when I qualified. I am now a member of the outreach team. I really enjoy my work and am proud to be part of such a hardworking and dedicated staff team.
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| Lindsay Duffy
Housing Support Worker
I’m originally from Ayrshire, Scotland and I have lived in Leeds since 2003. I started working for Leeds Irish Health and Homes in September 2004 as a Housing Support Worker. I enjoy working with the Irish community and find my job very rewarding.
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| Paula McCullough
Housing Management Worker
I started at LIHH in July 2002 as an administration officer. In October 2004 I became the Housing Management Worker, which means I look after all the LIHH flats, the repairs, decorating and furnishings. It’s a busy job but I love it. Im Leeds born, my parents are from Co Mayo and Co Down
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| Philippa Dowson
Outreach Worker
My name is Philippa and I am the latest addition to the outreach team, joining in April 2006. I am a Leeds lass born and bred. I am really enjoying getting out and meeting members of the Irish community; everyone has made me feel very welcome. It is a pleasure to be part of the diverse and vibrant team at LIHH and to be working with the Irish community in Leeds.
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| Sarah Smyth
Housing Support Worker
Hi, I have been working as a Housing Support Worker for LIHH since December 2004. Coming from an Irish background myself, I understand the problems vulnerable Irish people come up against. This is a great organization to work for, the work is challenging and very rewarding which really makes a difference,
It also helps that that I work within a great bunch of people, no day is the same!!
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| Shabir Patel
Finance and Business Development Manager
I am Shabir Patel the new Finance and Business Development Manager and I started with LIHH in July 2006. I was born in Malawi of Indian parents. In 1973 I came to England to study Finance & Accountancy at Huddersfield Polytechnic where I met my wife and settled in West Yorkshire. I have over 25 years experience in financial management and been involved with local voluntary organisations for a number of years. It is a privilege to be given the opportunity to serve the Irish community of Leeds and be part of this worthy organisation. |
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| Shelagh Fallon
Communications & Involvement Officer
I have been employed with LIHH since 2001. My first role was in housing as a support worker, I then acted as Senior Housing Support Worker. In June 2006 I took up post as Communications & Involvement Officer. My new post is to promote the work and services we offer at LIHH. To identify and develop new services where needed, and to consult with clients on the quality of services provided. This is a new and challenging role, I, look forward to meeting new contacts and also catching up on familiar faces I haven’t seen for a while!!!
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| Tanya Stirling
Volunteer Co-ordinator
Tanya started as Volunteer Co-ordinator with LIHH in January 2008 in order to encourage volunteer placements within LIHH. We are glad to have her as part of our team |
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| Teresa O’Driscoll
Outreach Worker
I was born and brought up in County Cork and came to England in the 1970's, moving first to London and then to Yorkshire. I have lived in Leeds since 1986.
As part of the Outreach Team I work closely with vulnerable Irish people in the Leeds community, firstly as a friendly face with an awareness of their cultural background and then as someone who will help them access a better quality and standard of life. I work with both individuals and groups and feel very privileged to be part of this organisation.
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| Terry Koivunen
Housing Support Worker
Since moving from Finland 1994 I have worked in social care with disability and mental health organisations. I worked in housing support for 2 years before starting with LIHH in January 2007. The organisation is excellent and I enjoy working with Irish people. My partner’s family came from Co Mayo. Also, as a foreigner I can relate to some of the issues of the Irish in Leeds. A perk of working in Leeds is that it doesn’t reach -30 degrees in the winter time |
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Contact
Details:
Leeds Irish Health & Homes
Unit 5, Gemini Park, Sheepscar Way
Leeds LS7 3JB
Telephone: 0113 262 5614
Facsimile: 0113 284 9040
Email: info@lihh.org
Web: www.lihh.org |
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