Hospice Team

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Jessica Smith

Executive Director

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Dr. Samantha Chandrasena

Medical Director

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Sally Jenkins

Manager of Clinical Operations

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Amber Jarrold

Hospice Navigator

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Melanie Watson

Coordinator of Volunteer Services

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Karen Konecny-Brooks

Kitchen Coordinator

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Sally Reaume

Supportive Care
Program Coordinator

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Melissa Cadarette

Supportive Care
Social Worker

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Supportive & Spiritual Care Provider

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Alene Abati

Supportive Care
Social Worker

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Sarah Baute

Human Resources Manager

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Meghan Sears

Resident Care Supervisor

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Jodi Maroney

Executive Director

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Jay Smith

Fundraising Manager

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Julia Earley

Community Relations Specialist

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Carole Easter

Administrative Assistant

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Diane Fahey

Donor Relations Coordinator

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Katherine Stinson

Special Events Coordinaor

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Team Members

Nurses

The Registered Nurse (RN) and Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) are responsible for the nursing care of our residents and their families in accordance with the Regulated Health Professions Act (1991) and the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Personal Support Workers (PSW)

The PSW is a caregiver with hospice palliative care training who assists our residents with their daily personal care needs and supports the resident and family through the dying process.

Physicians

We have a group of core physicians experienced in palliative care who serve our residents in addition to their community practice. The physicians take turns being on-call to accept admissions and follow their resident’s care throughout their entire stay. Physicians visit the Hospice regularly, based on the resident’s need.

Clinical Resource Nurse (CRN)

The CRN is a Registered Nurse who works with our staff to ensure that their knowledge and skill is current based on the standards of palliative care. The CRN, in collaboration with the Manager of Clinical Operations, is also responsible for the intake of admissions to the hospice.

Manager of Clinical Operations

The Manager of Clinical Operations is responsible for the quality care of our residents and their families, and manages the clinical team. They oversee the CRN and collaborates with them throughout the admission process. The Care Manager ensures best practices are maintained throughout our hospice in accordance with hospice palliative care standards, and implements education programs for staff.

Volunteers

We have both resident support and operational support volunteers. Resident support volunteers interact with residents and families. Operational support volunteers complete many valuable tasks that keep our organization going.

Hospice Board of Directors


Graham Kemble - Chair
Keith Graham- Vice Chair
Margaret Anderson– Past Chair
Sue McLarty - Secretary
Jocelyn Badder
Joan Byng
Natalie Fitzgerald
Jessica Gehl
Aidan Gilhula
Melinda Katzman
Ashley McLellan
Mike Packer
Vishal Petal
Judy Smith