Meet our Team

At Active-life Physiocare, our team is the heart of our commitment to providing trusted physiotherapy for older adults in care homes and the community. We're dedicated to enhancing mobility, independence, and overall wellbeing, bringing professional rehab and support to you and your family in Staffordshire , United Kingdom.

JASON CURTIS 

LEAD PHYSIOTHERAPIST 

HCPC registration- PH75404

DIRECTOR & FOUNDER 

Jason Curtis is an experienced physiotherapist specialising in musculoskeletal and older-adult rehabilitation. He has worked in the NHS since 2006 and is a Senior MSK Physiotherapist with Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, alongside running Active Life PhysioCare, a service dedicated to supporting care home residents across Staffordshire.

Jason has more than 20 years of clinical experience and a strong reputation for helping people improve their mobility, strength and confidence. He combines a practical, hands-on approach with clear education, reassurance and goal-focused rehabilitation. His work in care homes includes supporting residents with walking, balance, recovery after illness, falls prevention and maintaining everyday independence.

Known for his friendly manner and patient-centred style, Jason works closely with families and care staff to make sure each resident receives personalised, meaningful support. His aim is simple: to help people stay active, safe and able to do the things that matter most to him.

ELLA HOWELLS 

LEAD PHYSIOTHERAPIST - Stone & Newcastle 

HCPC registration  - PH129270

Ella Howells – Physiotherapist

Ella Howells is a specialist musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapist with over five years of experience working across both the NHS and private sectors. She has developed a strong clinical interest in MSK physiotherapy and older adult rehabilitation, supported by a broad background across multiple areas of physiotherapy practice.

Ella worked on hospital wards throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, gaining invaluable experience caring for patients during an extremely challenging period. This further strengthened her resilience, clinical skills, and compassionate approach to patient care. Through both professional and personal experience, Ella has developed a strong passion for older adult rehabilitation, finding the role highly rewarding and meaningful as she supports individuals in maintaining and regaining their independence.

Known for her caring, kind, and encouraging nature, Ella builds strong therapeutic relationships and works closely with patients to help them feel supported and motivated throughout their rehabilitation journey. She has extensive experience in goal setting and works collaboratively with patients to set realistic, achievable goals that align with what matters most to them.

Ella is passionate about empowering people of all ages and abilities, particularly older adults, to improve their function, confidence, and quality of life through personalised, evidence-based physiotherapy.

 

CHRISTOPHER HARRIS

LEAD PHYSIOTHERAPIST - Cannock & Rugeley 

HCPC registration - PH118277

 

Christopher Harris, Physiotherapist

Chris qualified as a physiotherapist in 2019 and has worked across both NHS and private practice settings. He brings a calm, empathetic approach to his work, balanced with a strong drive to help people regain confidence, independence, and physical ability.

Before retraining as a physiotherapist, Chris worked as an engineer in the RAF. This background shows in his structured, problem-solving mindset and attention to detail, particularly when designing rehabilitation programmes tailored to the individual.

Chris specialises in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and has extensive experience working with older adults. He has a particular interest in strength and conditioning, using progressive, evidence-based exercise to improve function, resilience, and long-term quality of life.

He is known for building strong rapport with patients and taking the time to understand what matters most to them, ensuring rehabilitation is realistic, purposeful, and aligned with their goals.

Our team's qualifications and experience in physiotherapy for older adults are extensive and continuously developing:

  • Specialist Training: Our physiotherapists are HCPC-registered and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) members, with advanced training in rehabilitation, falls prevention, and the management of long-term conditions common in older adults.
  • Years of Experience: With over 30 years’ combined NHS and private practice experience, we have worked extensively with older people across hospitals, community services, and care homes.
  • Care Home Expertise: We have a proven track record of delivering physiotherapy in care home settings, working closely with staff and families to support safe mobility, independence, and wellbeing.
  • Holistic Approach: Our experience goes beyond exercises — we integrate manual therapy, exercise prescription, education, and lifestyle advice tailored to older adults.
  • Continuous Professional Development: We stay up to date with the latest evidence and guidelines in physiotherapy and ageing, ensuring our clients benefit from safe, effective, and modern care.

Collaboration

At Active Life PhysioCare, we know that the best results come from collaboration. Our physiotherapists don’t work in isolation — we communicate with care home staff, families, and other healthcare professionals to make sure every client gets joined-up support. • With Care Home Staff – we share exercise plans, mobility strategies, and safe handling advice so staff can support progress between sessions. • With Families – we keep relatives informed and provide guidance so they feel confident their loved one is receiving the right care. • With Healthcare Professionals – we liaise with GPs, nurses, and wider healthcare teams when needed to ensure a safe, consistent approach.

By working as a team around each client, we make physiotherapy more effective and ensure improvements in mobility, independence, and wellbeing are sustained.