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."

Neha (Jenny)

Operations/Admin

Hello, My name is Neha, and some people also call me Jenny. I have been working as an Operations/Executive Assistant for more than 5 years now.
 
I strive to demonstrate the highest level of integrity and commitment in my work. I am very approachable, patient, and easy to work with.
 
I am a fun-loving person and if I am not working you can find me travelling, looking for new adventures, and exploring nature.

Jessica

Operations Coordinator

I was born and raised in Edmonton. I’m the oldest of three daughters. I have worked in the healthcare and caregiving field for five years, in both private and public care, helping people of all ages.

Helping people is something I have had a passion for since I was little. I’ve always enjoyed it. One thing I’m most proud of is having taught, encouraged, and successfully helped many children who it didn’t seem possible to walk, do so. Helping people accomplish what they didn’t seem possible is one of the most wonderful feelings.

I married my wonderful husband in November 2022. When I'm not working, you will find me watching my favorite shows and crocheting or surrounded by friends and family.

I am a social butterfly and love to have fun, I’m outgoing and thoughtful and I look forward to the opportunities that A Friend Indeed will offer.

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 over 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 H.

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.

Ginette E.

Serving the Calgary area
I've been in Calgary most of my life. I am the second of 6 children and have 22 nieces and nephews who mostly reside in Calgary. We are a close knit family. I'm definitely a people person. 
 
I worked in recreation in long term care for over 20 years. It was so rewarding and I felt very fortunate to make so many wonderful friends, be a part of their lives and help them to enjoy and appreciate as much of life as possible. 
 
In my spare time I enjoy my three grandchildren, biking, hiking, gardening, cooking and card games.
 
I'm looking forward to making new friends and experiences. 

Betty J.

Serving the Calgary area
I have lived in Calgary for 10 years. My husband and I have 2 grown daughters.

I enjoy quilting, baking and gardening and I consider myself to be a homebody. I also enjoy cross country skiing and camping with family and friends.

I look forward to making meaningful connections with some very interesting  people.​

Nady A.

Serving the Calgary area
I’m a mother of 3 boys and 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.

Dawn P.

Serving the Airdrie area
Bio to come!

Barbara S.

Serving the Airdrie area
As a child I spent four years in France, three years Germany as well as time in different parts of Canada as my dad served in the military. As a young adult, I took floral arranging at Olds college. I still enjoy arranging flowers today.  I have always enjoyed plants and have several in my home. I especially love African Violets.

Adult life saw me living in Toronto for 18 years, I then moved to Airdrie in 2004. I been here ever since.

After recently retiring from bookkeeping, I have had plenty of time to read, watch movies and do puzzles. I look forward to spring every year because I love gardening. I grow veggies in raised beds and grow flower gardens every year. I enjoy sharing stories, talking about family history, laughing, playing board games and doing crafts.

Kim S.

Serving the Airdrie area
I have lived in Airdrie for 27 years.  I am marred and have 4 grown children and 2 beautiful grandsons.  As my children were growing up, we were involved in Girl Guides and Boy Scouts, and Karate. 

I love camping, crafting, reading, sewing, knitting, crocheting and many other hobbies.  I love to learn new things and keep busy.  My family is my inspiration and love. 

I have a small business in Airdrie called Kindred Spirits Healing & Wellness that centres on alternative healing for the mind, body and soul.  I practice Reiki, crystal healing and aromatherapy.  I dabble in reading Oracle cards and Tarot cards as a passing interest. 

Nora S.

Serving the Airdrie area
I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in my home country the Philippines. I moved to Canada in 2009 and in 2012, I moved to Airdrie.

I am a certified health care aide and have been working with seniors for the past 10 years. I’m a highly trained professional in Health Care and well versed in direct patient care & record keeping with a passion for helping others. I am dedicated to providing quality patient care, companionship and support.

Outside of work I enjoy spending time at home in my gardens, camping on weekends and trips to Banff for some hiking & sightseeing. My husband & I also enjoy family dinners & live theatre.

Gail R.

Serving Carstairs, Didsbury and Olds area
I’m an Alberta gal. I grew up on a farm east of Red Deer. I have a husband and three kids. I became an empty nester this year after parenting for 34 years, and, don’t tell my kids but, I’m LOVING it! 

In my spare time I enjoy baking, making handmade cards and playing with my 4 grandkids.  Seniors are some of my very favorite people in the world and I count it a privilege to spend time with your loved ones. 

 Helen J.

Serving Carstairs, Didsbury and Olds area
I have spent over 16 years of my life working at seniors care facilities.  I really enjoy working with seniors and believe in the concept of keeping them in their own homes with the necessary assistance for as long as possible, providing company  for outings and visiting. Then to not just see them go to a care facility but to support and encourage them there to enjoy the activities at their facility and continue to enjoy outings and company as long as possible.
 
I live in Carstairs with my husband and 3 dogs and 3 cats and a whole lot of fish.   I enjoy spending time with my horse, my pets, reading and cooking. My husband and I like to camp a little and we generally go out into the foothills west of us to do so.  We enjoy the wildlife and the country quiet, and hubby is a keen photographer so we spend time looking for  wildlife to photograph. 

Diane Po.

Serving Carstairs, Didsbury and Olds area
Hello my name is Diane. I have lived in Alberta for 10 years. I came here from the Fraser Valley in BC with my 4 kids ready to start our new adventure. What an adventure it has been. We loved making new friends and watching those friends turn into family along the way.  I got married for the second time in October 2022 and I have a daughter getting married in 2023, our family keeps growing!
 
I love outdoor adventures, gardening,  biking, boating, hiking, and fishing. When the weather turns I go to baking, knitting, sewing, reading, yoga, and all domestic bliss.

I am always ready to play cards or just chatter about any topic. I am excited to start this new adventure and learn so much about everyone.

Gwynne H

Serving the Calgary area
I am an Air Force brat; born in Kirkland Lake, Ontario and moved with my parents in Ontario, B.C., and Alberta.  I grew up in Alberta and studied at the University of Alberta where I received my Bachelor of Education degree.  I spent seven years of teaching in remote indigenous communities in Alberta and B.C.  During this time, I met and married my husband, Erik, of 30 years.
I quit teaching to stay home with my three young boys.  When the youngest entered school, I worked in various positions in the oil and gas industry.  This is where I discovered my passion for teaching adults.  I have travelled all over the western Canadian sedimentary basin working with oil and gas operators and maintenance staff.  After being down-sized in 2014, I began working part-time at a small church in south Calgary.
I have a passion for helping people.  I always ask myself, “How can I make that person’s life better?”  I enjoy visiting with elderly people and love to hear their stories.  I have a vast array of experiences, from teaching in fly-in communities to dog-sledding to raising three sons to hiking and rock-climbing to working in oil and gas.  I am sure that your loved one and I will find something to talk about!

Bev N.

Serving the Airdrie area
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.

 Robert M.

Serving the Calgary area
I was born in Montreal, Quebec, the second of three children born to a French Canadian father and an Irish Canadian mother.
In 1972 I graduated with a BA in Economics/Political Science from Loyola College and after joining Lafarge in 1972, I was transferred to Calgary, AB During this time I was involved with the local as Regional Data Processing Manager.
In Calgary I met my wife of 42 years, Mary. We have a family of 4 sons, which has now expanded to include 3 daughters in law and 2 grandchildren. Our kids were very active in several activities and sports played a large role in their development. During this time I volunteered my time with the local hockey association, coaching & managing teams, serving as a Director, and organizing special tournaments.
My wife and I like to travel and usually have a trip every year. We hope to resume our travel plans now that travel restrictions are easing.I continue to play some golf, and enjoy spending time with our two grandchildren, whose activity level make me wonder how we ever managed four kids.

Beverly O.

Serving the Calgary and Cochrane area
I was born in Calgary, raised in the Cochrane area and spent 19 years in the lower mainland and island of BC.

My work history is basically in the hair industry were I spent the last portion of my career specializing in seniors styling and contracting in a care center.

​In my free time I like to spend time out at my friends ranch with her horses, I grew up with horses and up to a couple of years ago I owned my own horse, which is still out on the ranch. l spend most of my free time with my fur baby, a havaness/terrier cross, Tia. I also enjoy paint nights at our local art studio and I make porcelain dolls, which entails cleaning the soft fired porcelain, to painting and finally dressing them. I also enjoy playing cards and socializing with my good friends

Jo

Serving the Airdrie area
I originally hail from Manitoba, but have been living in the beautiful city of Airdrie for about 20 years now. I have a wonderful husband and 2 very active children that keep me busy. We also share our home with 2 small Morkie dogs – Willy and Jazzy. I recently retired from being a full time teacher. I started teaching in 1995 after obtaining my degree as a teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. The best part of my teaching career was always the strong connections I made with my students and their families. I look forward to continuing this connection making as I embark on meeting new clients and their families!

Aside from work, I am admittedly very much a homebody. I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, cooking, listening to music, watching my children in their sporting activities and walking my dogs.

Lynn S.

Serving the Airdrie area
I am fortunate to call Airdrie home for the past 13 years. I love the community and am proud of our city. I am married to Tony who is a wonderful man. I have three daughters and one son that are my world. I am Grandma to six fabulous, energic, dynamic, funny, and loving grandsons. You can find me spending as much time as I can with these boys.
I retired in 2020 after a successful 44-year long career with Cooperative Retailing System. My expertise was in the deli department. I enjoyed all interactions with fellow employees and customers.  I can make a wicked charcuterie board.  I love being retired but do miss all the wonderful people I met over my years.
Pickleball is my newfound love. It is a great way to stay active and meet great people.  You can also find me at Genesis Centre taking a fitness or aqua class. Another great way to meet people and keep social. I also enjoy golfing, walking, and reading. I love to travel with Mexico being my favorite destination.
Meeting new people and acquiring new experiences is exciting for me! I feel “A Friend Indeed” will be a perfect fit to my lifestyle and routine!

Diane P.

Serving the Calgary area
Born in the east – Montreal – and raised in the west – Edmonton – I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to visit much of our diverse country.  With still more to see!

My passion for working with Seniors started at age 13 as a “Candystriper” (now I’m dating myself!), Ward Aide and Certified Nursing Aide, and solidified in my ‘50s through gerontological training, volunteering and work in Health Care.  In between I pursued a 27-year career with TELUS. 

I enjoy lifelong learning – who knew that the simple computer or iPhone could provide the wealth of materials, golfing in the summer, and volunteering in areas of interest to me.  My current goal?  To become more comfortable at speaking French!

Sherry W.

Serving the Calgary area
 was born in Penticton B.C and grew up on a cattle ranch. We had a huge garden and orchard and summers were busy with canning all the produce, changing sprinklers and swimming in local lakes and rivers. After college I married and moved to Okotoks, Alberta and started a family. When my kids were small I was hired by Canada Post as Xmas help, which became a career for over 30 years, until I retired as a local area supervisor of the Rural and Suburban mail carriers.
Over the years I volunteered at school, clubs and initiated a literacy program at our library and I coached and played baseball. When the kids finally moved out for good, my husband and I volunteered for the Foothill's Search and Rescue, both as Secretary and Vice President, as well as ground searchers, and were involved in many searches in the mountains, the foothills and locally.
I have always loved reading, puzzles, crosswords and a good game of scrabble. We still hike lots and travel to the U.K where my husband still has family. I have always loved working with seniors over the years  I feel working at Friends Indeed will give me the opportunity to continue to meet some very interesting people and learn and share our life experiences.

Gail B.

Serving the Calgary area
I am an active senior who loves the out-of-doors even on a cold crisp winter day.  I enjoy spending quality time with my daughters, grandsons and my husband. 

I was born and raised in the beautiful Okanagan Valley in BC and we moved to Alberta 20 years ago.

I enjoy reading, taking walks, playing cards and some board games.  Gardening with flowers brings me much joy and peace.  Cats and Dogs warm my heart and if I could, I would have more than one of each! 

​I am excited to be accepted as a companion to your loved one and hope to bring a little sunshine into their lives even on the dullest of days.

June M.

Serving the Calgary area
I was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada, and later moved to Calgary to start my family. I spent over 40 years working for COOP, where I developed a reputation for strong work ethic and dedication to my organization and team.
Outside of work, I have a wide range of interests that keep me busy. I love spending time in the kitchen, experimenting with new recipes and cooking for my loved ones. I also enjoy camping and taking long walks, especially in the beautiful parks and natural areas that surrounded my home in Calgary.
I have a sweet tooth and love baking delicious treats, which I often like to share with my friends and family. I am known to have a great sense of rhythm and loved dancing to music.
 But above all, I cherish family. I am a devoted mother and grandmother who always makes time for my loved ones, no matter how busy I am with work and hobbies. My children and grandchildren are the light of my life, and I take great joy in spending time with them and watching them grow. 

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