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Our Staff and Board Members

Our Staff

We are a diverse group of individuals bringing unique skills and perspectives to our work, sharing our vision to provide compassionate, trauma-informed, support, resources and counselling to current and former residents. Helping them successfully embark on their healing journey toward safety and an independent life.

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The staff of Nelson House consist of:

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  • Executive Director

  • Program Manager

  • Full-time team of Front-Line workers, part-time and casual relief staff

  • Child Support and Advocacy Worker

  • Respite/Recreational Workers

  • Transitional Support Worker

  • Administrative and Office Manager

  • Philanthropy and Outreach Coordinator

  • Maintenance Worker​

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Staff provide a variety of essential services such as crisis intervention, counselling, safety planning, service support & referrals, assistance with housing, legal support, financial support, suicide prevention, group facilitation, addiction counselling, working with youth and children. We endeavour to maintain a diverse staff reflecting the community we serve.

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Our Board

Nelson House is lead by a dedicated and experienced team of volunteer Board of Directors from the community who are committed to supporting quality service delivery in a feminist, women-centered organization.

 

Chair: Daria Ivanochko

Treasurer: Carol Gervais 

Secretary: Kate Richard

Executive Director: Christy Savage

Linda Bianchi

Laura Gray

Mylène Ledesma
Jessica Legrand

Danika Nieuwkoop
Maggie Patterson

Sarah Patterson

Erinn Salewski
Rachel Steele

Melissa Talia

 

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We Need Your Support Today!

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