Care provider Cornerstone Healthcare Group has appointed Gaynor Rhead as commissioning home director and will spearhead the opening of two homes: Cale View in Wincanton, Somerset and The Burren in Bristol. Rhead has experience of healthcare management.

Cale View, located in Wincanton, will feature 74 beds, offering a range of care services. The Burren in Bristol will offer 80 beds and will offer complex care provision.

Johann van Zyl chief executive of Cornerstone Healthcare Group, said: “[Rhead’s] extensive experience in healthcare management and her commitment to delivering exceptional care make her the ideal candidate for the role. We have full confidence in Gaynor’s ability to successfully launch Cale View and The Burren, and we look forward to the positive impact she will make on our organisation.”

Rhead said: “I am honoured to join Cornerstone Healthcare Group at this most exciting time of growth for the business. These two new developments present a tremendous opportunity to extend our outstanding care services across the UK.”

Cornerstone operates three other specialist services: South Africa Lodge in Waterlooville, Hampshire, Kitnocks House in Curdridge, Hampshire  and Marula Lodge in Mytchett, Surrey. The homes care for people with challenging behaviours associated with complex neurological and mental health needs.