About Club 36

Ali manages the Club 36 Adult Day Programs for the Alzheimer Society of Calgary and makes every effort to ensure that program delivery meets or exceeds the expectations set by family members and by Alberta Health Services standards.

He spent the first nine years of his career in the financial industry before deciding to follow his calling — working with seniors. Ali was born in the Philippines and raised in an environment where taking care of the elderly was a normal part of daily living. He took care of his grandparents growing up. Ali is a strong advocate for those who can’t speak for themselves.

Fun fact: In his personal time, he enjoys the outdoors with his dog.

I am the LPN for Club 36 Harvest Hills. I oversee intakes and admissions, assessments and preparation of care plans for our members. I provide education to staff to ensure all of the best practices are in place.

Fun fact: I was born and raised right here in Calgary! I love hanging out with my dog and being surrounded by my family and friends. 

I am responsible for the creation of the monthly calendar and newsletter. I am also responsible for planning all of our fun events at Club 36 Seton - including the Christmas party and our famous Stampede party! I'm always looking for new and creative programs for the members of Club 36.

Fun fact: Joseph is a family name for well over 200 years! I am Joseph Gagon the 5th and my son is the 6th. In my free time, I love playing hockey, hiking and playing video games.

I am the Program Coordinator at the Harvest Hills location. I'm responsible for planning the monthly activity calendar and newsletter. I also help plan fun and creative programs for our members at club. I've worked with seniors for a long time. I have a diploma in rehabilitation therapy and certification as a Emergency Medical Responder.

Fun Fact: I played both competitive volleyball and hockey growing up. In my free time I enjoy hiking and playing sports. I'm a huge movie buff.

I am the LPN/ Wellness Coordinator. As LPN, I am responsible for admission, assessments, making care plans, staff education, and reporting to ensure Club 36 meets Alberta Health Services standards. I enjoy the holistic, patient-family centered care, and meaningful activities and programming the team provides to Club 36 members. We strive to treat our members like our own grandparents.

Fun Fact: I grew up with people calling me by my second name Clyr, which changed when I moved to Canada as they use my first name, Mary. It took me at least 3 months to get used to it!

I am a Program Facilitator at Club 36 Harvest Hills. I love getting to know each of the members and their respective families and discovering their likes and finding out about their history.

l enjoy facilitating physical, mental and social programs and engaging with each member in meaningful ways. I have a degree in Physical Therapy and an RTA certificate.

Fun fact: In my free time, I love cross country skiing and camping.

I have been with Alzheimer Calgary since 2022. I love having connections with the members and families and seeing our Club members smile. I am happy to know that I made their day special. I did my BA in Communications, with a focus on culture and languages in Switzerland. Before coming to Canada, I worked for an international non-profit, helping women in Africa to create their own businesses.

Fun fact: I speak five languages, Spanish, French, English, Italian and Portuguese and I volunteered for three years at Calgary Immigrant Services as an interpreter. My hobbies are baking and camping.

I am a Program Facilitator at Club 36 Harvest Hills location. I got my Health Care Aide certificate in 2022 and joined the team at Club 36 shortly after.

I am passionate about active living, mountain climbing, reading & watching The Lord of the Rings and having fun!

Fun Fact: I lived in Thailand for a year and learned a bit of the Thai language. I also enjoy playing the piano and figure skating.