Meet Our Team

A dedicated group of professionals and advocates working to create a safe, supportive nest for carers in Kent.

Our Ethos

Carers Deserve Care Too

At CalmNest, our team is built on a foundation of empathy, shared experiences, and professional dedication. Many of us have been carers ourselves and understand firsthand the unique pressures, triumphs, and exhaustion that come with caring roles.

We are committed to bridging the gap between professional guidance and compassionate community support. Meet the people who guide our sessions, facilitate our workshops, and keep CalmNest running.

Compassionate Care

Every member of our team is chosen for their empathy, dedication, and lived experience in caregiving roles.

Professional Excellence

We combine warm peer support with clinical expertise, mental health training, and best practices.

Safe Environment

We ensure all facilitators are fully accredited, certified, and committed to creating a secure, trusted space.

Behind CalmNest

Meet Our Team

Sarah Jenkins

Founder & Executive Director

Sarah founded CalmNest after spending over a decade as a family carer. Her mission is to ensure every carer has access to a safe community nest and comprehensive mental health support.

David Carter

Head of Support & Care

David is a registered mental health nurse and support worker coordinator. He oversees our wellbeing hubs and coordinates peer support sessions across Kent.

Dr. Emily Taylor

Lead Workshop Facilitator

Emily leads our mental health education and resilience workshops. She has a background in clinical psychology and is passionate about practical self-care strategies.

Clinical & Advisory Support

Our team is strengthened by experienced professionals who bring expertise in healthcare, leadership, and community support. A registered nurse with extensive experience across various medical and surgical settings, offers valuable clinical insight gained from working closely with carers and healthcare professionals. Complementing this expertise is another team member who serves in an advisory capacity, providing strategic guidance and practical support for our mental health education and resilience programmes. Together, they help shape our initiatives, ensuring we deliver meaningful, effective, and impactful support to the communities we serve.

Want to support our work?

We are always looking for volunteers, advocates, and care professionals to help us grow our hubs. Contact us to learn how you can contribute.