Our Team

Helen Druery

Chief People & Culture Officer

03 366 8630
Geri O'Neill

Group Clinical Nurse Manager

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Anelie Deysel

Home Care Manager

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Samantha Hope

Flexible Supports Manager

06 357 8488
John Tee

Client Services Manager Auckland

09 966 0011
Debbie Vandermee

Client Services Manager Waikato

0800 664 422
Nipun Thomas

Client Services Manager Waikato

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Rene Theron

Client Services Manager Bay of Plenty

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Bronwyn Smith

Client Services Manager Hawkes Bay

06 835 0767
Emma Quick

Client Services Manager Central

06 357 8488

Helen Druery

Helen Druery

Chief People & Culture Officer

03 366 8630

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Helen, originally from the UK, has a rich background in healthcare, spanning over 25 years as a registered nurse, with 18 years dedicated to district nursing in both the UK and Otautahi Christchurch. After marrying her husband in New Zealand, she spent a decade back in the UK before returning to Christchurch in 2013 with their two children.

Helen joined the Care On Call group in 2020 as a Nurse Educator, drawn by the opportunity to train and support our talented support workers and enhance the quality of care they provide. With a passion for high-quality community nursing, which began with her first district nurse placement as a student in 1994, Helen considers it a privilege to deliver care in people’s homes. Her commitment to professional growth led her to complete postgraduate studies, grow the training team, and transition into her current role as Chief People & Culture Officer. Now, she focuses on creating a supportive work environment and promoting staff wellbeing.

Outside of work, Helen enjoys family time, op-shopping, and exploring the outdoors. She’s an avid ocean swimmer in summer and loves hitting the mountains in winter.