Jacqui Orchard announced as new CEO at The Carers' Centre

Jacqui Orchard has joined as Chief Executive Officer at The Carers' Centre. She started her new position on 29 November 2021.

Jacqui has spent her career developing user-led support services in the charity sector. These vital services have supported people with learning difficulties, mental health issues and addictions, and those experiencing domestic abuse.

"I am honoured and delighted to be leading the committed team of staff and volunteers at the Carers’ Centre. I have witnessed first-hand the important role that unpaid carers have in the lives of individuals needing extra support. I am committed to ensuring the voices of unpaid carers are at the heart of the work that we do."

At The Carer’s Centre, Jacqui will lead the staff team and work in collaboration with our stakeholders to review and update the organisation's 2018 - 2025 strategic plan, building on the ambitions and priorities agreed by the Board of Trustees.