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.

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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.

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Thiri joins Soft Soles as an 15 year expereinced Registered Pratical nurse. She is multilingual speaking fluent English, Burmese, Mandarin, and Malaysian. A career in nursing has proven her to be dedicated, compassionate, caring, and patient-focused care giver. Thiri has now added Advanced and Diabetic Foot Care to her skill set!

Thiri joins Soft Soles as an 15 year expereinced Registered Pratical nurse. She is multilingual s... Read More

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.

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Minfang came to Canada at age of 29 .Prior to it ,she had worked as a university teacher in China. She graduated from RPN program in 2015 and has been working in LTC and retirement home since then. She is a hard working ,reliable and compassionate nurse. Min builds therapeutic relationships with her patients and their families. Soft Soles is lucky to have this respectful and trustworthy nurse on our team.

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