My background is in restaurant and restaurant management, where I began my career and quickly advanced into higher-level leadership roles. I spent many years in the industry while raising my son as a full-time single mother in Kamloops, building strong people skills and a deep understanding of what it means to serve others.

My transition into healthcare began unexpectedly when I was asked to cover a leave at a local care facility as a receptionist. Though I wasn’t providing hands-on care, I immediately felt connected to the work and the seniors—it was clear to me that this was where my heart belonged. What started as a temporary role quickly turned into a full-time opportunity. From there, I moved into Scheduling, and eventually into Human Resources, where I was fortunate to be mentored by someone who helped me grow and succeed in the role, despite not having formal HR training.

While working at the facility, I met Dayna Frame through her Kamloops Nurse Next Door franchise, which was contracting nurses for our scheduling. I began to learn more about the Nurse Next Door brand, and as I researched, I found that their core values deeply aligned with my own beliefs about how healthcare should be delivered—with heart, respect, and a true focus on people.

I spent five years working with Dayna, first as her People Experience Coordinator and then as a Manager and . That experience solidified for me that this was not just a job—it was a calling. When the opportunity arose to co-purchase the Penticton Nurse Next Door franchise alongside Dayna, I jumped at the chance. My husband and I relocated our family to Summerland, and I am now fully committed to helping grow this wonderful business and bring to life the vision that Dayna and I share for compassionate, client-focused home care. Even after the move, I continue to serve as General Manager for Daynas Kamloops, Victoria and Prince George locations, while also co-owning and operating the Penticton franchise.

I truly believe that seniors deserve the opportunity to remain in the comfort of their own homes for as long as possible. Helping them maintain their independence—sometimes just by assisting with a few daily activities—can make all the difference. Watching my father-in-law age made this belief even stronger. It was clear he wanted to stay in his home for as long as humanly possible—and why shouldn’t he? He worked his whole life to be there. That belief is at the heart of why I love Nurse Next Door and what we do every single day.

We are here not only for our clients, but also for their families—to give sons and daughters the chance to simply be sons and daughters again. By lifting the caregiver burden, we help preserve meaningful time and connection with aging parents—free from burnout, stress, or resentment. That’s a gift we’re proud to offer.