Robyn Pearson

Owner / Founder

"It's important to me that seniors are not only supported but feel valued and significant. Giving them a chance to escape from the "usualness" of the day, I see so much potential for access to creativity, fulfillment and active living with the support of a Friend."

Karen

Operations Manager

Bio to come!

Our Friends

Feel secure knowing that all of our Friends have been vetted through a thorough 2-stage interview process including reference checks, have provided a clean criminal record check and a driver’s abstract, and have proper insurance to drive your loved one to appointments, errands, or outings.  All of our team members are bonded and covered by the WCB and we conduct regular performance reviews and brainstorming sessions as we strive to continually improve the quality of our visits.

Jill S.

Serving the Airdrie area
I have lived in Airdrie for 30 years! I am married to a wonderful man and we are celebrating our 23 wedding anniversary this year, and we have two beautiful and talented daughters. Our oldest is attending university in Calgary and our youngest is in grade 8.

My educational background is in Nutrition and Food Services and I enjoyed working at the Foothills Hospital for 21 years. It was always a pleasure to put a smile on someone’s face and help them to have a better day. I also am a certified fitness instructor and have loved every minute of teaching aquasize for the last 27 years! My favorite class is the Over Fifty’s, where I have made many friendships over the years and continue to enjoy all of the wonderful people I meet in the pool.

As a family, we enjoy traveling. we had a wonderful time on our latest holiday in Paris and Amsterdam this summer. I also like to keep busy with walking, yoga and family. Family and friends are very important to me, so working with A Friend Indeed has fit very nicely into my life!

Simone

Serving Airdrie and Calgary areas
In 2006, while vacationing in Denmark, my husband and I decided it’s time to change our lives and move our whole family (one, girl, two boys and the dog) to Canada. I remember my husband saying “one year from now we will be living in Canada” and I had a hard time believing that.

Well, fast forward 12 months and we arrived in Airdrie, camped out at our new place for the first few weeks since all our belongings were in a seacan somewhere out on the ocean and adapted to a new lifestyle. Enjoying anything outdoors, going camping and hiking while having marshmallows at night at a campfire became regular highlights for us. The kids found lots of new friends, so did we and we couldn’t be happier.

I preferred to be a stay-at-home mom until the kids were old enough, now it’s time to explore new waters and put my skills to use in seniors care. I truly enjoy being with them and sharing many stories, theirs and mine alike and it’s great being rewarded with a smile or a hug at the end of a visit.

Jennifer

Serving the Calgary area
I grew up in Saskatoon and moved to Calgary in 2001 to find work. I was in an administrative job at the University of Calgary until my first son was born and I decided not to go back to work.  I have been a stay- at- home- mom for both of my boys, who are now 7 and 10, ever since. I also provide before and after school care for friend’s children, and volunteer at my children’s school. 

In all of my positions, I’ve learned that my favorite role is that of a caregiver. The choir I am in performs at retirement communities and that is how I discovered how much I enjoy meeting seniors.

I love spending time with my senior friends from A Friend Indeed.  I find it so rewarding knowing that I can brighten their day, or provide some comfort for them.  However, I also think the visits are just as beneficial for me. We laugh and share stories and it is so interesting learning about their lives.

Kaydie

Serving Didsbury and Olds areas
Hello!
I grew up in Calgary, but moved to Didsbury around the age of 12. Ever since I have stuck around this small town, as it seems small town living is where I feel at home. When I'm not working, I enjoy reading, and spending time with my horses and a variety of household pets.
I have always loved caregiving and companion roles. Taking care of animals and kids had always held a special place in my heart. Then, when a family friend with dementia began declining in health, I spent many days with her when her family couldn't be there. I found that seniors light up my life in that same way. Although I went on to work at a seniors lodge, I found myself wanting more one on one quality time with the residents that my job didn't leave enough time for. Now, I have found that, with A Friend Indeed.

Nady

Serving the Calgary area
I’m a mother of 3 boys and work have worked as a beautician for the last 35 years. I love working with people and getting to know my clients.

My hobbies include hiking in nature, watching movies especially comedies and cooking. I also like helping and caring for others in my spare time, by visiting local Seniors Homes to cut hair for those who aren’t able to go out.

Don M

Serving the South Calgary area
Bio to come!

Sarah

Serving the Calgary area
Bio to Come!

Bev

Serving the Airdrie and Calgary areas
 I moved to Airdrie in 2004 with my husband. We have lived in several places in Alberta and find we really like Airdrie. Our children and grandchildren live in other parts of Alberta and BC.

 
All of my past employment involved being with and helping people in various capacities on a regular basis. I really missed seeing other people on a regular basis after I retired. Being a Friend allows me to spend time with some wonderful people, to help them if needed with chores or shopping and to socialize --a benefit for both of us.

Ursula

Serving the Calgary area
Bio to come!

 Interested in Joining Our Team of Friends?

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