I am an extremely healthy & athletic person. I enjoy being active outside year round. I love the beauty & ruggedness of NW Ontario. When I am not working you can find me; rowing, biking, hiking, xc skiing, snowshoeing, and playing hockey. Friends and family describe me as kind, compassionate, and conscience. I have a passion for working with seniors. I was a senior companion for an elderly gentleman for the last two years of his life, and greatly improved his quality of life during his remaining days.

Companion for Visually Impaired Individual 2020-Present • Assisted a blind individual on hikes, ski trails, and walks in her neighbourhood. • Assisted with light household errands. • Drove individual to appointments & social functions. Specialized Transit Operator, City of Thunder Bay Transit 2019-Present • Provide door-door transportation for disabled/high needs passengers (Casual/On-call) • Safely navigate a 25 ft. bus on city & rural roads in all weather conditions • Operate a side entry wheelchair lift & safely secure wheelchairs with floor anchors. • Interact with the public in courteous, professional manner & collect fares. Home Support Worker- Private Employer, Thunder Bay, ON 2018 • Use Hoyer lift to transfer client from wheelchair to bed. • Assist with dressing. • Light Housekeeping & Meal Preparation Senior Companion, Vancouver BC 2014-2016 • Meal preparation & supervision • Accompaniment to appointments & errands • Facilitated & encouraged recreational opportunities • Social companionship Senior’s Coordinator, Burnaby Neighbourhood House, Vancouver BC 2013-2015 • Coordinated a weekly hot lunch program for 40+ seniors. • Oversee a team of volunteer cooks/kitchen helpers. • Ensure food safety and kitchen sanitization practices are being followed. Senior’s Coordinator, First United Church, Vancouver, BC 2013-2014 • Coordinated a weekly community kitchen for homeless seniors in the inner city. • Facilitated a twice weekly senior’s drop-in program. • Brought in guest speakers to talk about senior health issues & well being. Additional Experiences/Qualifications: