She will take over from Sally Greengross, who has held the position for the past six years, and will be formally introduced at the annual NACC Training & Development Forum on 4 October.
Having worked on a wide range of legislation relating to health and social care, Barker has helped improve areas of charities, social enterprises, healthcare and older people, her ‘valuable knowledge, experience and commitment’ reassuring the association that she is the ‘best person for the role.’
Barker will share her expertise with the NACC to help shape campaigns and initiatives, and support it’s work where appropriate.
National chair Neel Radia, said: “The NACC is delighted that Barker has accepted our invitation to become patron of the NACC and to speak at our Training & Development Forum.
“It’s fantastic that our members will have the opportunity to hear her speak and also meet her.
“Her work is inspiring and we all agree that her patronage and contribution will strengthen our cause by raising the profile of our vital work to a wider audience, adding gravitas to our campaigns and initiatives, and ultimately helping us continue to raise standards in care catering.
“We have a great opportunity to learn from Baroness Barker and we look forward to working with her over the course of the next year.
“I would also like to thank Sally Greengross for her unwavering support as our patron for the past six years. Her time, expertise and input were most valuable in helping the NACC grow as an influential association.”