About SABIS

Annalise , or Anna as she is known at SABIS, is a born and raised Calgarian who joined the SABIS team in June 2017. After dabbling in a few educational ventures and completing her Hospital Unit Clerk certification, Anna joined the team as the Administrative Assistant and has worked her way through a number of positions within SABIS, most recently accepting the position of Executive Director. 

Throughout her time at SABIS, Anna’s belief that no one should have to navigate difficult circumstances alone has been reinforced. She strives to ensure clients, caregivers, co-workers, and personal connections know they are not alone in their journeys, and that support is available in many forms.

Anna values family, transparency, and integrity. In describing what those values mean to her, Anna says, “It means acting in a respectful, honest, and professional manner. Offering guidance and advocacy but ultimately honoring clients wishes – whether we agree or not – without adding feelings of guilt, while knowing the limits of our support/responsibilities.”

Outside of work, Anna has a variety of interests. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, movies, music, hiking, and caring for her many reptilian pets and dog Maggie. She has recently taken an interest in creative endeavors including making candles and wax melts, seasonal crafts, wood burning, and photography.

Throughout her years as a support worker, Haley noticed a strong need for community awareness and personal supports for both survivors and caregivers of folks with Brain Injuries. Haley holds a Diploma in Human Service Work from Okanagan College, as well as certifications in Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and Motivational Interviewing.

Prior to working with SABIS, Haley had worked in various social services sectors, including mental health and addiction treatment, supportive housing, and supports for Persons with Developmental Disability. Leveraging the skills she developed in her pervious roles, Haley continues her passion of providing support using a people-first framework.

“Haley values integrity, inclusivity, and safety. Regarding integrity, Haley, in her own words, says, “It’s especially important to the work we do because the folks we serve rely on us for support. If we as a team don’t stand behind each other and our clients, the work we do would not be successful”. And on the topics of inclusivity and safety as her other core values, Haley says, “We must create a safe space for both clients and staff. In my mind it is the only way we will be able to support each other and the people that access our services. We can’t be inclusive if we haven’t created a safe space”

Outside of the office, Haley enjoys exploring the city’s parks, reading, and spending time with friends and family

Venacia recently completed her Social Work Diploma and is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Social Work degree online.  Througout her studies and work esperience, she has been drawn to roles where she can provide meaningful support to others and help them navigate challenges.  Her passion for marking a difference and her commitment to community services makes her a valuable addition to the SABIS team. 

When she isn’t working or studying, Venecia enjoys spending quality time with her kids.  Family time keeps her grounnded, energized and inspires her dedication to supporting othres in their own journeys.

Mac is the newest Service Coordinator on the SABIS team.  The graduated from the University of Calgary in 2023 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and hace additional training in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), Life Space Interviews (LSI), and Youth and Family Counselling.  

After sustaining a mild traumatic brain injury in 2024, Mac developed a deep passion for brain injury advocacy and awareness – an experience that inspired their path to SABIS.  With a strong commitment to community support, Mac is eager to make a positive difference and to continue learning and growing through meaningful connections with others. 

Outside of work, Mac enjoys exploring thrift stores in search of unique trinkets, listening to music, and spending time with their black cat, Rupert.