Loralee Wettlaufer | General Manager

Loralee brings a strong background in operations combined with her passion for seniors and their families. A quick smile, open door and a commitment to problem solving are the foundations of her management.

After studying business marketing at Fanshawe College in London, ON, Loralee spent 6 months studying in a faith-based environment in Germany. Loralee has a personal commitment to growth and learning and throughout her career has completed Dale Carnegie Training and Training for Managers, through the Gardiner Centre, MUN, Team Supervision and Management Skills, Managing Competing Priorities and Lean Operational Excellence for Service Organizations, and Ken Blanchard’s Situational Leadership II.

Loralee has managed in Personal Care Homes for the past 6 years nurturing strong relationships with residents, families, and Eastern Health stakeholders.

She has a passion for aging adults, and their families and assisting with transitions into a care environment. “Let us do the heavy lifting of life (laundry, housekeeping, meal preparation) so you can focus your energy on living, your family and the activities that bring you joy.

Loralee is a Newfoundlander by choice. Her family moved to Newfoundland and Labrador in 2010 to fulfill a dream and have never looked back. If you ask, “will you move back to Ontario?” the quick response will be, “Do they have an ocean there?” When not working she’ll can be found at the ocean hiking, whale watching and beachcombing. She also enjoys travel, cooking, knitting and spending time with family and friends.

Matthew Evely | Director of Culinary Experience

Matthew Evely's passion for food was ignited at a very young age while spending time in his Nan's kitchen, savouring her homemade bread and his Pop's stewed fish. It was this early introduction to quality comfort food that eventually led Matt to Humber College in Toronto where he graduated in 2002, with honours, from the Culinary Management program.

During his training at Humber, Matt apprenticed at a variety of venues, including hotels, a four diamond awarded restaurant and the Air Canada Centre. Immediately after graduation, Matt kicked off his culinary career at Oro Restaurant, a fine dining establishment specializing in global contemporary cuisine. During his 5 year tenure at Oro, he continuously advanced in the kitchen and participated in several off-site catering events including The Taste of Toronto, a gala dinner for Paul Bocuse and a showcase dinner for the Italian Consulate.

Matt came back to his Newfoundland roots in 2007 as Sous Chef at Humber Valley Resort. From there he worked as Chef at Get Stuffed, followed by his Executive Chef roles at Clovelly Golf Club and the Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland. Matt participated in the Gold Medal Plates fundraiser in 2019 and competed in the Savour Food and Wine show in 2018 and 2019, winning the publicly voted Best Hot Food category both years.

Matthew is both excited and determined to lead his Bishop’s College team to success and to provide guests with an exceptionally wholesome culinary experience.

Stephanie Neville | Director of Recreation

Stephanie Neville is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, with a Bachelor of Recreation (Co-Operative) from Memorial University of Newfoundland. She also holds a diploma in Health and Human Sciences in Therapeutic Recreation with Honors and Distinction from Academy Canada.

For the last four years Stephanie has been working in a health care role within long-term care delivering recreational services to older adults and young adults with varying physical and intellectual abilities.

Stephanie has a passion for providing exceptional Therapeutic Recreational programming and believes strongly in inclusive leisurely services for older adults.

When not working, Stephanie enjoys knitting, sewing, baking, refurbishing furniture and spending time with family. In addition, she also has an interest in nature and geology. Stephanie loves to meet new people and learn about their life story.

She loves developing and implementing meaningful programs for the residents of Bishops Gardens!

Sharon Hodder | LPN, Director of Care

Sharon was raised in a small fishing village on the Burin Peninsula and moved to St John’s at the age of 16. A proud alumni of Bishops College, Sharon attended secretary school, married and raised 3 children.

Nursing and caregiving were Sharon’s passion and she worked at a Personal Care Attendant and Home Support Worker for many years. When the opportunity presented itself, Sharon jumped on board with both feet and applied to the Centre for Nursing Studies LPN program.

With family present, Sharon proudly graduated as an LPN and embarked on a new and exciting adventure. At the retirement residences where she already worked as a PCA, she quickly transitioned into the role of LPN and Team Lead.

After 5 years in this role, Sharon’s thirst for a new challenge led her to the Director of Care role at Bishops Gardens. She brings enormous passion, excitement and humility to our residents and her old stomping grounds.

In Sharon’s own words, “I love where I work!”