Health Society

Meet the people who keep Le7 te Melámen Health Society (LtMHS) running smoothly on a day-to-day basis.

Jessica Jules

Executive Director

Jessica works in partnership with the board, providing strategic direction. She is also responsible for overseeing the LtMHS’s programs and services.

Virginia Sheep

Program Assistant

Virginia provides direct support for the managers and the team, administrative efficiency, communications, and meeting support.

Charmaine John

Event Coordinator

Charmaine provides logistical planning support for LtMHS’ events, gatherings, & workshops, ensuring our events run smoothly.

Morgan Christopher

Traditional Wellness Coordinator

Morgan supports the development, implementation, and on-going delivery of land-based, cultural healing services for the Secwépemc Nation.

Justin Porter

ARC Coordinator

Justin provides direct support for the Jordan’s Principle Approved Request Contingency (ARC) funding program. He supports the finance team with processing payments, data entry, and financial reports.

Chris Wycotte

Traditional Wellness Lead

Chris supports the development, implementation, and on-going delivery of land-based, cultural healing services for the Secwépemc Nation.

Kyle Joe

Finance Assistant

Kyle supports the LtMHS with accounts payable, data entry, expense tracking, financial record keeping, and reconciliations.

Carrie Higginbottom

Jordan’s Principle Coordinator (Lakes & Central Sub-Regions)

Carrie provides service coordination to families with eligible dependents aged 0-18. She helps them navigate existing public resources or apply for financial aid for products, services, and supports through Jordan’s Principle in order to bridge service gaps in the realms of health, social welfare, and education.

Jim Pawson

Primary Care Network Consultant

Jim collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team of health professionals to increase capacity and access to primary health care services.

Rebecca Rochon

Jordan’s Principle Coordinator (North Sub-Region)

Rebecca supports children and families navigating culturally appropriate services, enabling integrated and well-coordinated care across primary, acute, and community services.

Michelle Ikwumonu

Nation Health Manager

Supports the Society with program deliverables, reporting, engagement activities, logistical & technical support.

Patrick Harry

Emergency Preparedness Technician

Patrick provides project coordination and the development of culturally safe and sustainable disaster response and recovery resources.

Heather Solonas

Peer Outreach Coordinator

Assist peers in accessing & navigating community resources & referrals to other support services.

Heather Sharp

Finance Manager

Heather manages and monitors LtMHS’s budgets. She also oversees financial operations and financial compliance.

Hunter Elkins

Administrative Assistant

Hunter provides administrative support to ensure operational efficiency. She carries out administrative tasks as needed for the team and Managers.