Our Services Team

Phil Warner

Wellbeing Co-ordinator

Laura Evans

Wellbeing Co-ordinator

Steffi Colbert

Centre Support Manager – Bournemouth

Prior to my role at Wessex Cancer Support, I had many careers including running my own business, working as a qualified counsellor in Primary Care and even being a dance teacher.

I hadn’t heard of Wessex Cancer Support prior to my head and neck cancer, but as a previous client, I’ve experienced first-hand what a difference our services make and wanted to give back. One of the best things about this job is meeting new people and working with our community to support those when they need it most.

Kim Garwood

Centre Co-ordinator – Bournemouth

I’ve been the part‑time Centre Co‑ordinator in Bournemouth since November 2024. After moving to Upton in 2014, following the loss of my husband in 2010 and later supporting my partner through cancer treatment in 2021, I felt drawn to this role and the chance to support others.

Our new Poole Hill centre is a lovely place to work, and I really enjoy spending time with our clients, volunteers and staff. It’s rewarding to see the difference we make. Outside of work, I love walking my rescue dog ‘Waffle’, doing Pilates, painting, playing board games and going on holidays.

Andrea Lodge

Centre Support Manager – Chandler’s Ford

Sonja Gundry

Centre Support Manager – Chandler’s Ford

Liz Tapsell

Centre Support Manager – Isle of Wight

As the Isle of Wight Centre Support Manager, I oversee the day-to-day running of the centre including meeting clients and managing the support team and volunteers. Working within the community, I liaise with other health professionals to ensure our clients received the support they need.

As a previous client of Wessex, I’ve experienced first-hand the great work we do and wanted to be part of it and worked my way from being a volunteer to my current role. When I’m not working you may find me exploring the outdoors playing Pokémon Go!

Onize Okhiku

Centre Support Manager and Data Officer – Waterside

I am passionate about people and numbers, ensuring we get an accurate representation of the impact we have for our clients, and we continue to deliver the quality of services our clients need in our Waterside Cancer Support Centre.

I enjoy meeting members of our community and seeing the real-time difference our work makes. It’s a fulfilling role and gives me a sense of belonging. When I’m not working, I enjoy the outdoors, especially stargazing at night. If I’m not outdoors then you’ll find me with a good book and a cup of tea.

Cheryl Soffe

Cancer Support Centre Co-ordinator – Waterside

I have been working with Wessex Cancer Support for over two and a half years as the Waterside Cancer Support Centre Co-ordinator. I have always lived in this area, and I’m lucky enough to have my family living close by and have two wonderful children.

Previous to working at Wessex Cancer Support, I had a career in finance before becoming a parent, and then worked as a teaching assistant supporting local schools. These skills enabled me to support clients coming into the centre everyday. In my spare time I like to walk, get involved in crafts, gardening and spending time with my family.