Jackie Wilkinson

Passionate about treatment and recovery from addiction, Jackie has first-hand experience of the devastating impact that addiction can have on individuals, families and communities. As a former Police Officer, Jackie has seen and dealt with the impact of addiction on the front line and worked with countless families and communities to tackle the consequences and causes of addiction.

Passionate about recovery and treatment from addiction, Jackie has dedicated her new career to support people to achieve a solution to their addiction, and with an extensive management background, Jackie leads her team of department heads to deliver the very best and effective residential treatment service at The Chestnuts in Leicestershire.

Jackie ensures that The Chestnuts remains compliant with our legal obligations under the Health & Social Care Act and monitors closely our regulatory compliance under the Care Quality Commission (CQC)

Jackie’s infectious humour and organised management style ensures services at the Chestnuts are smoothly delivered and create real home from home experience for our clients.