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.

Mike Bentley, Physiotherapist

I am a Senior Specialist MSK Physiotherapist with a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy from Keele University and a wealth of clinical experience across inpatient hospital care, community physiotherapy, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation.

Throughout my career, I have developed a particular interest in working with older adults, specialising in elderly care and helping people maintain their independence, mobility, and overall wellbeing. I take a holistic and patient-centred approach to rehabilitation, tailoring treatment and exercise programmes to each individual’s needs, abilities, and goals.

I am passionate about helping others and find it incredibly rewarding to see people progress, achieve their physical goals, regain confidence in their abilities, and ultimately improve their quality of life. I believe that physiotherapy is not only about treating an injury or condition, but also about empowering people to understand their bodies, build confidence, and stay active and independent for as long as possible.

Yasmin Palejwala, Physiotherapist

Yasmin qualified as a physiotherapist from the University of Birmingham in 2025 and now works full-time in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. During their training, they gained valuable experience across a range of clinical settings, including elderly care and sports rehabilitation, helping to develop a well-rounded and adaptable approach to patient care.

They bring a kind, empathetic approach to every patient interaction, alongside a strong drive to help people regain and maintain their confidence, independence, and physical ability. Their practice is centred around evidence-based physiotherapy, using tailored rehabilitation programmes to improve resilience, function, and long-term quality of life.

Outside of physiotherapy Yasmin is an experienced tennis coach and competitive player. This background has developed strong skills in movement analysis, problem-solving, and coaching, all of which translate naturally into physiotherapy. They enjoy working collaboratively with patients to identify realistic, achievable goals and creating meaningful rehabilitation plans that fit each individual’s lifestyle and aspirations.

Known for their friendly and motivating approach, Yasmin takes the time to build genuine rapport with patients, creating a supportive environment that encourages confidence, engagement, and successful rehabilitation.