02/25/2026
Janice Steele was happy to nominate Melanie Vermeersch, Community Paramedicine Administrative Assistant, for a Guardian Angel pin.
"While Melanie may not provide hands-on clinical care, the impact she has on patients and families is every bit as meaningful.
Melanie is often the first reassuring voice our clients hear when they are unsure where to turn. She listens with genuine empathy, validates their concerns, and helps them navigate a complex health-care and community-support system that can feel overwhelming. Her compassion alone brings comfort, but her advocacy goes even further.
There are countless examples where Melanie has fought tirelessly on behalf of patients and their families - coordinating services, pushing for increased support in the home, and ensuring that no one falls through the cracks. She consistently goes above and beyond to smooth pathways, remove barriers, and make sure that people receive the care and dignity they deserve.
Melanie’s dedication, kindness, and unwavering commitment make a meaningful difference for everyone she supports. She embodies the spirit of a Guardian Angel, and I cannot think of anyone more deserving of this recognition."
(Left to right: Chief Travis Mellema, Melanie Vermeersch, Commander Janice Steele, Deputy Chief Breanne Lapointe.
Lanark County Paramedic Service
Do you have a Guardian Angel you would like to nominate? Please contact Cheryl Moore chmoore@mrha.ca.
