About Us
At Spring Care For You, we take a fresh and innovative approach to providing care for children in need. We are excited to have the opportunity to be a provider where quality and passion for children have been woven into every aspect of the service from day one.
We are a small, family-run provider with a big heart and an even bigger vision. Our mission is to help children build brighter futures, fuelled by our high expectations for their potential. We aim to create homes that feel safe, nurturing, and accepting—spaces where children and young people are embraced for who they are, and respected for their individual life journeys.
By fostering mutual trust and respect, we want to help each child discover and ignite their unique “spark”, supporting them every step of the way on their path to becoming strong, independent adults.
To make this vision a reality, we rely on extraordinary individuals. Our directors, senior management and staff are carefully selected to ensure that every adult in our organisation serves as a role model, mentor, and guide—not only for the young people in our care but also for one another as a team.
On this page, we would like to introduce you to each member of our incredible team. Their bios will share a bit about their journeys and the passion that drives them to make a difference.
History will judge us by the difference we make in the everyday lives of children.
Our Mission
Our organisation is committed to providing the highest level of support to every child. Our mission is to build homes for children, one individual at a time, while recognising and honoring each child’s unique journey, courage, and determination. We prioritise the wishes and feelings of our children and young people in all decision-making processes, ensuring that their best interests are at the forefront.
Our Vision
Our goal is to establish a network of children’s homes and services across Lincolnshire and nearby regions within the next 5-10 years. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards and upholding our core values of transparency, integrity, and unwavering dedication to both our children and staff.
At Spring Care For You, our mission is to create an environment where every child is supported in discovering and reaching their full potential. We are dedicated to providing not just a safe and comfortable place to live, but also the love, guidance, and opportunities needed for personal growth.
By fostering resilience and self-sufficiency, we aim to empower our young people to become confident, independent adults who are equipped to thrive in all aspects of life.
Anja Maes
Anja Maes
Anja moved from Belgium to the UK in the 1990s and fell in love with English culture, eventually settling in Yorkshire with her husband Chris and daughter Nikki.
With 25 years of management experience, she oversees admin and finance at Spring Care For You.
Anja is passionate about fostering a happy, skilled team, believing that a strong workforce can make a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. She also brings experience as a residential landlady, understanding the importance of providing comfortable, supportive homes.
In her spare time, Anja enjoys outdoor activities, local events, and spending time with family and friends. She’s an active member of the Women's Institute and a former treasurer of her local school’s PTA. A lover of the arts, she frequently attends concerts, plays, and musicals.
Anja’s vision for Spring Care For You is to provide young people with the support and opportunities they need to thrive and reach their full potential, backed by a dedicated, compassionate team.
Katy Rees
Katy Rees
Katy is a seasoned social care professional with nearly 30 years of experience in management and senior roles within residential care. Her expertise spans managing homes, leading improvement plans, and implementing new practices. She has extensive skills in staff supervision, training, appraisal, and budget management.
Katy is highly skilled in Quality Assurance and recently served as an Independent Visitor, conducting Regulation 44 visits across 12 children’s homes in the East Midlands.
Katy is well-versed in Ofsted regulatory frameworks, has set up multiple children’s homes from scratch, and has prepared for the role of Responsible Individual. She holds an NVQ Level 5 diploma in Leadership and Management for Children’s Residential Services and has completed safer recruitment training. Known for her dedication to high standards in safeguarding, Katy has served as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and has undergone face-to-face child protection training in Lincolnshire.
Deborah Blagden
Debbie Blagden
Debbie gained qualifications in nursery nursing (NNEB) and has extensive experience working with children up to the age of 7 years.
She has extensive experience in property management, including supporting vulnerable and homeless people.
David Chadwick
David Chadwick
I come to work with energy and passion to make a difference for children and young people.
I have the best job despite its strange title, 'Responsible Individual' because I have the privilege of working with the staff to ensure that everything is done right for our children and young people. It is my responsibility to ensure that the organisation is run properly so that children are safe and well supported.
I have worked in a number of different roles within social care over the past 30 years. I have run , audited and inspected services but one of the most rewarding roles was as a foster carer. There I learned first hand to appreciate the bravery, determination and resilience of children looked after. I have never stopped learning from the children and the wonderful staff teams that support them.
