Our Care Partners
Ashleigh Wasner, Executive Director
Tami Mathison, Director of Care
Cindy Kaufmann, Recruitment and Orientation Coordinator
Beth Waller, Support Services Manager
Leah Hepner, Scheduling and Payroll Manager
Sarah Willson, Human Resources Administrator
Carol Scott, Finance and Accounts Manager
Prior to joining NTLS/Eden Gardens, I spent 20 years in banking, which laid the foundation for my financial background. After leaving the bank, I continued my education by taking accounting and bookkeeping courses, ultimately leading me to work in Long-Term Care.
I have just started my 19th year with Nanaimo Travellers Lodge Society aka Eden Gardens and I have always worked in some kind of finance/accounting capacity while at Eden Gardens. Working at Eden Gardens I have been able to participate in many educational sessions to learn how to brighten the days of our precious seniors who live in care. Becoming an Eden Certified Associate was probably the best education I could ever have accomplished learning how the smallest things bring such joy to people who now live in care. I know that my younger self would never have anticipated that as an adult I would ever have a bunny or cat sleep on desk, or watch as a piglet with high happy energy bring happiness and laughter to everyone he visited with. I enjoy the role of Community Ambassador for Balsam first floor care partners, elders and our four-legged residents. There are few things better than seeing how a few moments with one of our cats or visiting dog can bring joy to an elder’s day.
I like to take time out to work on home improvement projects creating a cozy home for me, my husband and the ruler of our home Gracie Mae – the one with the tail! I love to paint and draw (well to be perfectly honest it’s more like doodling) Gracie Mae has been the subject of many painting projects and of course the odd drawing one.
I have had such a rich and rewarding career, blending financial expertise with a deep passion for improving the lives of seniors. My journey from banking to long-term care and eventually coming at Eden Gardens is truly inspiring. The connection I have made between my financial background and the personal connections with elders, care staff, family members and volunteers, has had a meaningful impact on me.
Our Board of Directors
Our organization is governed by a volunteer board of directors. These directors are members of our community who emulate our values and support our mission with passion. Each is touched by their own experience, some with loved ones living with dementia and are motivated to give back to the community and promote improvements to this industry. Please email boardofdirectors@edengardens.ca to get in touch with them
Our Pets
- Our resident cats are always looking for cozy cuddles
- Colourful fish in several neighborhoods are a great source of entertainment and pleasure
- Well-behaved and adorable dogs keep residents calm and happy
- Finches are a cheerful addition with their sweet chirps
- Suet feeders to attract wild birds are outside all residents’ rooms
We encourage visitors to bring their well-behaved, vaccinated dogs into our home. Please read our policy to ensure everyone, including your beloved pet, has a positive experience.