Author: Melissa Therrien

As the Chief Operating Officer at Ohana Care, Melissa leads with a strong belief that compassionate care, operational excellence, and empowered teams are the foundation of impactful healthcare. With extensive experience across pediatric, hospice, acute, long-term, and senior care settings, she has built a career around driving meaningful change through strategic leadership, accountability, and collaboration.

Caring Conversations EP 16 – After the Discharge: Life at Home with a Brain Injury

Episode Summary The conversation focuses on brain injuries, their classifications, and the rehabilitation process, featuring insights from Dr. Chantel Debert, a physiatrist and academic lead …

Caregiver supporting an older woman using a walker at home.

Live-In vs. 24-Hour Shift Care in Calgary: What’s the Difference?

Live-in care and 24-hour home care both provide support at home, but they differ in how caregiver time is structured. The main distinction is between …

Caring Conversations EP 15 – Beyond the Diagnosis: Dementia Care That Works at Home

Episode Summary Most dementia care advice focuses on managing symptoms and behaviours. Dr. Al Power, a geriatrician and one of the most influential voices in …

A caregiver holding the hand of an elderly woman

Home Care Services Supported by the Government: What Canadian Families Need to Know

Home care support is available in Canada, but most of it flows through provincial programs rather than the federal government. If you are researching options …

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Caring Conversations EP 14 – Recognizing and Responding to Elder Abuse at Home

Episode Summary Episode 14 of Caring Conversations tackles one of the most underreported issues affecting older adults in Canada: elder abuse — or, as the …

Caregiver in blue scrubs and senior woman with grey hair laughing together while holding hands on a couch in a bright living room

Home Care vs. Nursing Home: A Guide For Calgary, Edmonton and Vancouver

Home care and nursing homes represent two different points on the senior care spectrum: home care brings personal support and health services into a person’s …

Caring Conversation EP 13 – Is Your Home Ready to Age in Place

Episode Summary The conversation explores the concept of aging in place and the importance of proactive planning for home design and care needs. It delves …

A caregiver in blue scrubs walking outdoors with an elderly woman in a garden setting.

Alberta Continuing Care Program

For families researching senior care options in Alberta, the Continuing Care Program is one of the main publicly funded resources. It supports Albertans of all …

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How Much Do Senior Living Facilities in Canada Cost? (2026 Edition)

As your loved one gets older and begins to need more support, one of the first questions you might ask is: “What is the average …

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