Rosanna brings over 25 years of healthcare and social services experience to her role as Manager of Psychosocial Services at Hope & Cope. A McGill University graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, her career journey reflects a deep commitment to supporting individuals facing health challenges. She also holds a Graduate degree in Grief & Loss from the McGill School of Social Work.
Her connection with Hope & Cope spans decades, beginning with her early career work in palliative care and self-help groups. She went on to serve as an oncology social worker at Lakeshore Hospital for 15 years, followed by leadership roles in mental health services at Agence Ometz and as Program Manager of Mental Health for Seniors at the Cummings Centre.
In her current role, Rosanna oversees Hope & Cope’s psychosocial programming and provides leadership to coordinators across palliative care, radiotherapy, oncology, and family support programs. She is passionate about team development, volunteer engagement, and continuing the organization’s legacy of exceptional patient care.
Rosanna’s approach to leadership emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, and holistic support for both staff and volunteers. She believes in building strong, cohesive teams that can provide the highest quality of care to the oncology community.
