Michelle De Grandmont is a bilingual registered advanced diabetic foot care nurse with over 15 years of experience in the health care sector. Michelle’s desire to share knowledge and connect with people, has directed her to several positions which include teaching at Foot Canada Training, holding the position of the Ontario Provincial Advisor for the Canadian Association of Foot Care Nurses and, previously, as an instructor at Algonquin College where she developed an innovative and highly successful advanced diabetic foot care program. Specializing in gerontology, acute care medicine, diabetes and holistic healing modalities, Michelle is also a frequent motivational speaker on best practice adherence in nursing foot care.
Most notably, Michelle is the founder, owner and operator of Soft Soles Advanced Diabetic Foot Care. Soft Soles takes a three-pronged approach to foot care by meeting the lower limb health care needs of communities, connecting individuals to local organizations and resources, and offering new foot care nurses training, education, employment opportunities, professional support and mentoring. Through the delivery of foot care clinics in the Ottawa area, Soft Soles carries out its mandate to provide knowledge and tools to maintain and foster independence. The company’s motto is “Knowledge is power. Empower yourself!”
Michelle’s most recent accomplishment is being named the Assistant Director of Nurses for Foot Canada Training where she will further contribute to the field of foot care nursing through the development of education for nurses.
Michelle De Grandmont is a bilingual registered advanced diabetic foot care nurse with over 15 ye...
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Ashley has joined Soft Soles to pursue her passion to provide patient-centered care. Having worked in long-term care as a Registered practical nurse since graduating in 2018 from Algonquin College, Ashley knew she loved working where she made a difference.
“I first found my passion for nursing during the birth of my first child when nurses were so compassionate with me. Their professionalism and kindness pushed me to pursue my dreams to share the same ethics and passion with others while building relationships.” Ashley will be an amazing advocate for those in need and we hope she can share her expertise with you.
Ashley has joined Soft Soles to pursue her passion to provide patient-centered care. Having work...
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Xing is a Registered Practical Nurse who graduated from Algonquin College in 2018. She has experience in caring for individuals with complex chronic medical needs. Xing has a particular interest in the care of individuals with advanced foot care needs. She has a passion for helping her patients and their families to meet their needs through care and education. Xing is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Xing is a Registered Practical Nurse who graduated from Algonquin College in 2018. She has experi...
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Sydney Phillips is a registered practical nurse and completed the Advanced Diabetic foot care training with Soft Soles to teach individuals about their feet. Sydney is passionate about helping people with their foot care “because feet are the foundation of the body.”
“I am very eager to get out and start connecting with people and help make their feet feel their best!”
Sydney Phillips is a registered practical nurse and completed the Advanced Diabetic foot care tra...
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I am a registered nurse and a trained advanced diabetic footcare nurse. Nursing experiences are at Bruyere St. Vincent Hospital for 10 years, Ottawa Public Health immunization program for 3 years, and footcare nurse since 2023. I also work for Somerset West Community Health Centre as a part time footcare clinic nurse. I am enjoying footcare with passion.
I am a registered nurse and a trained advanced diabetic footcare nurse. Nursing experiences are a...
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