Meet Our Team

Lisette is your new Home Instead Senior Care (HISC) franchise owner in Barrie, ON along with her husband Wayne who she considers to be the most important piece of her decision to help families and seniors in the community. Lisette has been recognized by the Business & Professional Women (BPW) of Greater Sudbury. She has been the driving force in initiating and implementing internationally renowned training standards in specialized areas like Alzheimer's disease. Furthermore, Lisette has secured contracts with the North East Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), offering in-home respite care to Alzheimer's patients and their families. She was recognized with the Presidential Achievement award within the Home Instead franchise and the Canadian representative voicing Canada's interests and concerns. She is active in her community and is part of the Sudbury and Elliot Lake Chambers of Commerce, Rotary Sunrisers, the Ontario and Canadian Home Care Associations and the Brain Injury Association. She is a member and past board member of BPW of Greater Sudbury. And, is a host in the televised series Ageing in Action airing on Eastlink. She has grown HISC Sudbury, ON and the team to be a leader in the north. With her experience and as a Franchise Owner over the past 10 years there is no question she will inspire HISC Barrie to follow suit.

During her free time Lisette enjoys cooking and shopping although, her passion is traveling to different parts of the world in order to learn and understand different cultures.

Wayne is the new franchise owner of Home Instead Senior Care (HISC) right here in Barrie, ON along with his wife Lisette who he considers to be his best friend, confidante and excellent business partner. Wayne was in the mining industry for 30 years and ended by managing the engineering department. Not ready to retire, he made a complete career change when he realized how important HISC was to seniors and families in his community. He has been part of the (HISC) family as Director of Operations at the Sudbury office. He will undoubtedly be an important piece of their new endeavor with HISC Barrie. His specialty is ensuring that his team is providing excellent client service. Not only will he be servicing the senior community in Barrie, Orillia, Collingwood and Midland, his portfolio also includes Sudbury, North-Bay, Sturgeon Falls, Espanola, Manitoulin Island, Elliot Lake, Blind River and Sault Ste. Marie.

It's a well known fact that Wayne is THE breakfast guru at family gatherings. He is also known to enjoy spending time at the lake, fishing, boating and relaxing near a campfire with family and friends. No question, he will help make a positive impact in the lives of seniors and their families in your community.

​Ann has joined the Home Instead team as Office Manager. With her many years of experience in administrative support roles she will have the ability to help in a variety of situations and will be able to help wherever needed. She enjoys spending time with her family, friends and just enjoying life.

Kandace joined the Home Instead team as the Staffing Coordinator. Over the last 20 years Kandace has worked as a PSW. Kandace has a very strong and big heart and is looking forward to putting her skills into a team while making the difference and giving the best quality of life in senior lives and giving peace of mind to their families. Kandace also enjoys helping people be the best they can be, especially CAREGivers!!

Kandace is very family oriented and loves spending time with her hubby and being empty nested! Seeing her children grow into smart compassionate individuals is one of her biggest accomplishments.

When she is not at home Kandace enjoys being on the water either in a boat or swimming. She also loves listening to music, gardening, and cooking.

Brooke Joined Home instead as a key player assistant in June 2022. She is a graduate from St. Lawrence College and studied Human Resources. Brooke also worked as an HSW for a year and is looking forward to continuing to help improve the quality of life for seniors. Brooke has always been very sympathetic and caring for older adults.

In her spare time, Brooke likes to go to the gym, going for runs and socializing.

Jessica has joined the team as our RPN. She has been with Home Instead since 2022 as a PSW. She has 5 years of homecare PSW experience and recently achieved her RPN license.

Jess is highly compassionate and has a passion for helping people.

When she is not at work, she is enjoying time with her daughter, her friends and family.

Amy joined the Home Instead team in April 2024 as the Key Player Assistant.  With her communication, organizational, interpersonal skills, huge heart, and dedication to helping others she is excited to put her skills into practice and be a part of a team that will make a positive impact in people’s lives.  She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, her children are her biggest accomplishments, and she is extremely proud of them.  In her spare time you will find her working out, walking a long the beach and making memories with people she loves.

Lexi recently joined the Home Instead team as the Community Service Representative position. Previously she worked for the team as a caregiver and has had a lifelong passion towards caring for others. She has lots of experience personally and professionally assisting seniors and holds the relationships she has built very close to her heart.

In her spare time, Lexi loves to spend time hiking with her husky, enjoys music and time spent with family and friends!"