Championing Safety

For Steffi Hellmann, that belief shapes her work as a Continuing Care Assistant at Parkland Fredericton, N.B., and co-chair of the Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee. She has helped revitalize the committee, strengthen safety practices, and support her team through mentoring and training roles.

Originally from Germany, Steffi trained as a geriatric nurse before moving to Canada in 2008 and joining Shannex in 2011. Since becoming co-chair, she has introduced consistent inspections, updated safety resources, and led hands-on training. Her leadership has also driven practical improvements, including safer equipment placement and fixed ceiling lifts, enhancing wellbeing for both residents and team members. Thank you, Steffi, for the impact you make each day.