Who We Are

A strong entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for people inspires Carolyn to make a difference in the lives of those she encounters. Carolyn founded Silver Lining Care in 2015, creating a cohesive caring team to support families. Carolyn’s business background includes experience in consulting, human resources and leadership development serving clients from medical, manufacturing, restaurant, not for profit, transportation, and construction industries.

Carolyn has relevant experience in the home care field by acting as the primary caregiver and family manager for her mother utilizing the RHA Family Managed Care program. This has involved hiring all staff and managing the private home care for her parents since 2012.

Carolyn’s personal values include her faith, family and serving her community.

Esther has over 15 years of experience in the healthcare field, specifically with the aging population. She has worked in a long-term care facility for many years and has been with Silver Lining Care since 2015. She holds a Bachelor degree in Social Work and has a passion for empowering people to live independently for as long as possible.

Esther loves working alongside families to find ways to meet the needs of their loved ones, because family is important to her. She enjoys spending time with her husband, children and grandson who all love to travel, camp and go hiking. Esther’s faith is a big part of who she is which is evident in her compassion towards the people she serves.

Sherry is a registered nurse with more than 25 years of experience caring for people of all ages. Her most recent experience has been in homecare where she was dedicated to helping clients receive optimal care in their own homes, meeting their unique needs and overcoming challenges.

Sherry’s first introduction to Silver Lining was four years ago when she discovered their services and partnered with them in providing exceptional and compassionate care for her mother who was progressing through the difficult stages of dementia. The team of caregivers became an “extension of our family”, bringing joy and laughter into the home and creating purpose in each day.

Sherry’s heart is also to serve! Her others-focused nature is evident in her interactions with those she meets. She loves being with people, especially her family! Sunday dinners and camping in summer are highlights for her! Sherry relies on her faith in every area of life and is committed to loving her family, serving her church, and caring for people!

Tori has a bright smile that lights up any room she walks into. Over the past 5 years Tori has heard the many stories of how Silver Lining Care has helped families to relieve the stress and bring joy, much like she does! Tori loves helping the team in whatever way possible, in both Steinbach and Winkler locations. Tori enjoys doing the little tasks to make sure the big picture is running smoothly. Her joy for serving others shines even if that means creating crisp clean organized files!

Tori loves spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys longboarding, shopping, going to the lake with her family and anything that involves people. She has a real urge to travel and learn other people’s stories and cultures. Tori is always up for any spontaneous adventure!

Tina is happy to be back in health care, she has spent the last three years in a management role and acquired many leadership skills. She will be combining her training and experience as a health care aide with her skills in management to join the team in Winkler. Encouraging quality care and meaningful connections are important to Tina, and it shows in her daily interactions.

Tina has the most loving and attentive husband, making her feel loved appreciated every day. Their children are known to be helpful in practical ways as well as having entertaining personalities. Her husband and three children have been her greatest supporters, encouraging her through the challenges as well as celebrating the joys in life with her. Most of their time is split between farming and sports which keeps them very busy throughout the year. They feel blessed to be living in a small village with friends and family close by.

Tina draws strength from her faith to see the good in others rather than taking offence. She delights in inspirational quotes as well as music to brighten her day.

Janelle has 15 years of experience as an acute care nurse at BTHC.  She graduated in 2005 with her LPN certificate.  Janelle spent several years working on the Medical Palliative ward and most recently on Surgery.  Janelle enjoys being able to make a difference in someone else’s life.  She is known to be calm and caring.

Faith family and friends are very important to Janelle.  She believes making lasting memories is important.  She likes to spend time camping and going for bike rides with her husband and 2 children.  She also enjoys baking especially when she able to share it with someone else.