The team

 Tammie Pearson is the founder and CEO of S.H.I.F.T. Her passion in the field of Social Services has paved the way over the past 19 years to be the difference in her community. Her widespread knowledge and experience have gifted her the opportunity to expand her horizons in building an agency dedicated to assisting vulnerable individuals. Tammie strives to be impactful to the lives of others and her empathy, integrity, and education has earned her a reputable reputation within her community. 

Denise Roopani, is CO-Owner of SH House and Administrator for SHIFT. Her dedication, passion, and integrity has given her the opportunity to grow, learn and expand within herself and the community. Denise Roopani has extensive knowledge in mental health through family dynamics, personal growth, and experience. Denise’s ability to adapt, change and learn from human behaviour has been her passion and she continues to educate within the social service sector. Her goals are to be the difference to those who need change, hope, and rehabilitation.

Melissa Frampton is our Senior Support Worker at S.H.I.F.T. She is a dedicated and hard-working individual with an immense passion and knowledge for mental health. She strives to make a difference in every client she supports. She has 7 years experience working with vulnerable children and adults. She aspires to provide an individualized approach for each client and diligently works to help each client achieve their goals.

She loves all things creative, spooky and adventurous; this allows her to pair wonderfully with our young adult clientele. She believes: “Everyone should have the right to feel like their voice is heard, and I will always be the one to advocate for that.”