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Meet Our Team

Louis Zavodni

Clinical Director / Owner/ Occupational Therapist/ Case Manager

Louis Zavodni is the founder and Clinical Director of Total Healthcare Solutions (THCS). He is a registered Occupational Therapist, Canadian Certified Life Care Planner and Case Manager.

Louis graduated from McMaster University with an Honours Degree in Kinesiology and an Honours Degree in Psychology, specializing in Cognitive Neuroscience. He received a Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Toronto.

Louis has received training through the University of Florida in Life Care Planning and the Cost of Future Care. He is a Canadian Certified Life Care Planner, certified through the ICHCC (International Commission on Health Care Certification). He has received training in the Evaluation of Impairment and Disability according to the American Medical Association 4th, 5th, and 6th Edition Guidelines. He is certified in the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment according to the AMA Guides 4th Edition. Louis holds additional certifications in ARCON Evaluation (for Functional Capacity Evaluations), Progressive Goal Attainment Program (3rd Edition), the Árnadóttir OT-ADL Neurobehavioral Evaluation, and Cogmed Working Memory.

He has additional post-graduate training in ABI, ergonomics, return to work, NDT, chronic pain management and neuro-rehabilitation and has presented and published material in the fields of occupational therapy, case management and rehabilitation.

Stephanie So

Co- Owner/ Occupational Therapist/ Case Manager

Stephanie So is a Practice Leader at Total Healthcare Solutions (THCS). She works clinically as an Occupational Therapist, Case Manager and Life Care Planner.

Stephanie graduated from York University with an Honours Degree in Psychology and completed a Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Toronto.

She has clinical experience working in acute/stroke care in the hospital environment, a mixed population through CCAC, as well as private practice.

Stephanie has taken post-graduate courses and workshops in functional cognitive assessment and treatment. She regularly attends courses, seminars and conferences to update her skills and expertise in assessment, rehabilitation and therapeutic intervention. She has received training through the University of Florida in Life Care Planning. She is a Canadian Certified Life Care Planner and has received certification through the ICHCC (International Commission on Health Care Certification). She has received training in the Evaluation of Impairment and Disability according to the American Medical Association 4th Edition Guidelines. She is certified in the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment according to the AMA Guides 4th Edition.

Ajodele (Daley) Zapparoli

Occupational Therapist / Case Manager

Mr. Ajodele (Daley) Zapparoli works with Total Healthcare Solutions as an Occupational Therapist and Case Manager. He is registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario and a member of the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists and Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. He has also qualified as an expert witness within the Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO).

His educational background consists of a Bachelors of Science degree in Kinesiology (Pre-Health Option) from the University of Waterloo and a Masters of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Alberta. Throughout his academic and professional career, he has attained experience working with spinal cord injury, rheumatology, acquired brain injury, orthopaedics, geriatrics, return-to-work rehabilitation as well as other areas. He regularly attends courses, seminars and conferences to update his skills and expertise in assessment, rehabilitation and therapeutic intervention. He is also a certified functional capacity evaluator.

He has received training in the Evaluation of Impairment and Disability according to the American Medical Association 4th and 6th Edition Guidelines. He is certified in the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment according to the AMA Guides 4th Edition. He has also received training and is certified in the assessment of Catastrophic Impairment by the Canadian Society of Medical Evaluators.

Charles Rock

Case Manager

Charles Rock has a Masters in Clinical Psychology from Alabama A&M University. During his tenure in the state of Alabama he has worked with clients diagnosed with Autism, Traumatic Brain Injuries, and Mental Health Disorders such as Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Personality Disorder, and Mood Disorder. He has worked as a Behaviour therapist, Mental Health Therapist, And Case Manager for these various populations. Currently Mr. Rock serves the community as a Case Manager working with clients who have suffered from Traumatic Brain Injuries.

Hassan Khan

Occupational Therapist

Mr. M. Hassan Khan is an Occupational Therapist, registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario and a member of the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists. He is qualified and registered to practice in the province of Ontario.

His educational background includes a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from McMaster University and an Honours Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Psychology from the University of Toronto. He has completed 7 hours of Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training and CPR/AED Level C. He has taken several post-graduate courses and workshops including: Concussion Management Workshop (Concussion Rehab Works, Level 1), Parkwoods Points Pacing System, biweekly Webinars conducted by Canadian Concussion Centre.

He also has an on-going involvement in research initiatives in areas of implicit therapeutic modalities at McMaster University.

He is in good standing with COTO and his professional affiliations with OSOT.

Throughout his academic and professional career, he has worked with individuals in hospital settings, and community settings in areas of cardiology, vascular disease, general medicine, community care and mental health.

Outside of work, he is an avid Toronto sports fan (Leafs, Raps, Jays). He also enjoys painting and spending time with his family.
Her educational background consists of a Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education from Ryerson University and a Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from University of Toronto. She also has post-graduate certifications in dementia care (GPA certified) and has an on-going involvement in research initiatives in areas of traumatic brain injury at University of Toronto. She is in good standing with COTO and her professional affiliations with OSOT.
Throughout her academic and professional career, she has worked with individuals in hospital settings, rehabilitation and community outreach programs in areas of stroke, chronic disease self-management, falls prevention and mental health. She also has experience in disability case management and facilitating safe return to work.

Sobika Easwaran

Occupational Therapist

Sobika Easwaran is an Occupational Therapist in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario and is a member of the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists.

She graduated from McMaster University with an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and completed a Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from Queen’s University.
Throughout her academic and professional career she has attained experience in the assessment and treatment of individuals with physical, neurological, psychological and cognitive impairments. She has worked with individuals with a wide range of diagnoses from developmental delay, to acquired brain injury, stroke, chronic pain, and orthopedic injuries. She engages in a variety of experiences complementing her enjoyment of continued learning, and practicing community health. She regularly attends courses, seminars and conferences to update her skills and expertise in assessment, rehabilitation and therapeutic intervention.

Her personal interests include mentorship, dance, and baking treats.

Margaret Ramsay

Occupational Therapist

Ms. Margaret Ramsay is an Occupational Therapist, registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario and a member of the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists. She is qualified and registered to practice in the province of Ontario. She graduated from the University of Ottawa with an Honours Degree in Psychology and a Baccalaureate in Education, and has completed a Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Toronto.
Throughout her academic and professional career, Margaret has worked with individuals in hospital settings, rehabilitation and community outreach programs in areas of acquired brain injury, mental health, musculoskeletal injury, and chronic pain. She has taken post-graduate courses in cognitive behaviour therapy, as well as workshops and webinars in traumatic brain injury, creating graduated return to work plans, principles of pressure relieving surfaces, fall prevention, patient moving and handling, and engaging clients with chronic pain. She is a certified Progressive Goal Attainment Program (PGAP) provider and has also obtained certification in Functional Abilities Evaluations and Cognitive Functional Capacity Evaluations. She regularly attends courses, seminars and conferences to update her skills and expertise in assessment, rehabilitation and therapeutic intervention.

Marta Jarosinski

Occupational Therapist

Marta Jarosinski is an Occupational Therapist in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario and is a member of the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists.

She graduated from Western University with an Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences degree with a minor in psychology. She completed her Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy at the University of Toronto.

Marta has attained academic and professional career experience in the assessment and treatment of individuals with physical, neurological, psychological, and cognitive impairment.
She has worked with many diverse client populations including seniors, individuals with mental health issues, Alzheimer’s/dementia, developmental delay, chronic pain, and orthopedic surgery/injury. She has experience in both acute care and community care settings.

Marta is keen to learn new skills and is always looking for opportunities to expand her knowledge set. She regularly attends professional development sessions.

In her spare time, Marta enjoys fishing, hiking, quilting, and baking.

Shira Petcho

Occupational Therapist

Ms. Petcho is an Occupational Therapist, registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario and a member of the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists. She is qualified and registered to practice in the province of Ontario.

She graduated from York University with an Honours Specialization Degree in Psychology. She continued her education at the University of Toronto where she completed her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy.

She has inpatient clinical and community experience in the assessment and treatment of individuals with physical, neurological, psychological and cognitive impairments.

She has attended conferences and seminars regarding hand therapy, complex shoulder injuries, burn rehabilitation, and acquired brain injury.

Mike Cheng

Occupational Therapist

Mr. Mike Cheng is an Occupational Therapist, registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario and a member of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. He is qualified and registered to practice in the province of Ontario.
He graduated from the University of Western Ontario with an Honours Specialization Degree in Kinesiology and continued there to complete his Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.
He has experience working with individuals in hospital, clinical, and community settings in the areas of orthopaedic injury, traumatic brain injury, and mental health.
He continually strives to expand his skills and knowledge so that he can provide the best experience for his clients.
In his spare time, he enjoys playing volleyball and weightlifting.

Lance Heron

Rehabilitation Therapist

Marco Leocadio

Rehabilitation Therapist

Marco Leocadio has almost 15 years of experience mentoring, coaching and supporting individuals living with the effects of acquired brain injury and mental health challenges. Marco’s ability to use innovative techniques to build on individuals´ strengths encourages positive interactions while implementing goal directed protocols, programs, interventions and strategies to assist individuals in achieving maximum independence. He has provided services in school settings, residential care, hospitals, and in the community.

Marco is a graduate from Mohawk College Ontario, Social Service Worker, is dedicated to continued professional development and has completed the Rehabilitation Therapists training modules at McMaster University to provide the most up-to-date rehabilitation techniques to the individuals he is working with.

Marco is fluent in Portuguese and has first hand knowledge and experience of what it is to live with a loved one who has acquired a brain injury. His sister sustained a brain injury as a child and through this experience, Marco is passionate and demonstrates great empathy for others.
In his spare time, Marco enjoys the outdoors and spending time with his dogs.

Elonee Shapiro

Rehabilitation Therapist / Aquatic Rehabilitation Instructor / Personal Trainer

My name is Elonee Shapiro, I am a Rehabilitation Support Worker specializing in Aqua Therapy and/or rehabilitation. I have been doing water therapy for over 3 years. Within the three years I have worked with individuals whom have had knee or hip surgeries; Motor vehicle accidents; strokes, brain injury, Parkinson's and Multiple Sclerosis. I have an education background in Social Work, Women Studies and Health Sciences. I am also a personal trainer and Fitness Instructor of 7 years. I am married living in Toronto and have a 1 year old son.

Andrea Walters

Rehabilitation Therapist

Andrea is a Rehabilitation Support Worker and a Registered Kinesiologist. She has a Bachelors of Human Kinetics degree with Honours from the University of Windsor. She is a member in good standing with the College of Kinesiologist of Ontario and the Ontario Kinesiologist Association. She has a history of clinical and private therapy experience. This has provided her the opportunity to work with a diverse group of patients. Andrea has always had a passion to help people who have been injured, get back to their pre-injury status and lifestyle.

In her spare time, she enjoys being outdoors, music and spending time with her family.

Elvis Francis

Rehabilitation Therapist

Elvis Francis is a Rehabilitation Therapist and Peer Mentor living in Mid-town Toronto.

Elvis graduated from York University with Psychology and Educational training. He began his career working in government as a Social Service Worker, but has since enthusiastically remaned on the front lines providing support therapy to disabled individuals in his care.

Elvis prides himself on building strong rapport and empathetic relationship with the individuals that he serves. To this extent, his is always focus on seeing the person first and not the disability. Also pivotal to his approach is his passion for advocacy. He strongly believes that success in assisting disabled individuals will often come about through dedicated community (family, other service providers, government) involvement.

As part of this advocacy, Elvis has maintained an active presents on social media, sharing his insights on the challenges and inspirations of disability in our world. He welcomes all interested individuals to join in such conversation on the various disability forums that he regularly participates on.

Emma Hadwen

Rehabilitation Therapist

Born and raised in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Emma has always had a passion for helping individuals that may be in need.

Emma completed her post secondary education at Confederation College of Applied Arts Institute. She completed the Social Services Worker program and graduated at the top of her class in 2010.

She has since worked in many different human services positions; within many different roles. Some of these roles have included Adult and Youth Mental Health Worker, Addictions Worker, Rehabilitation Worker for persons with Acquired Brain Injuries, and Developmental Service Worker.

She has extended training and experience in the areas of Mental Health, Addictions, and Crisis Intervention.

Emma Hadwen is a Rehabilitation Support Worker with the Total Health Care Solutions team. She assists our clientele with all aspects of their recovery. This may include, but is not limited to; assisting with teaching life skills, supporting activities of daily living, community engagement, implementing appropriate supports required, or, readjusting to life post injury.

She believes in meeting people “where they are at” as well as establishing supports that foster independence and purpose.

Emma enjoys every role she has had the pleasure of working in. Creating a diverse portfolio of tools and knowledge through her roles and experiences to provide individualized care to each individual she serves.
In her spare time, she enjoys being outdoors, music and spending time with her family.

Ellen Tomic

Rehabilitation Therapist

Ms. Tomic is a Rehabilitation Therapist with more than 20 years of experience in the field of rehabilitation. She completed her training and education in an accredited OTA/PTA diploma program (with Honours). Her experience includes working in the hospital setting across various areas including: Rehabilitation, Stroke, Neurology, Geriatrics, Amputation, ICU, and in the Emergency department. Her career achievements include: involvement in the implementation of Accreditation for distinction of Excellence for the Stroke Unit at West Park Hospital in 2016; as well as involvement in various hospital initiatives such as creating an inventory of all equipment and acting as Hand Hygiene Captain/Auditor. Ms. Tomic is proud of her longstanding involvement as a Preceptor to PTA/OTA Students in training with both Humber College and Centennial College. In addition to English, she is fluent in Greek and Yugoslavian

Sadika Douglas

Rehabilitation Therapist

Kimberly Huynh

Rehabilitation Therapist

Kimberly is a Rehabilitation Therapist that has a strong passion to give back to her community by helping those with brain injuries through her empathetic care and use of her educational background.

Kimberly earned her BSc degree in Psychology and Neuroscience at Wilfrid Laurier University with focus on cognitive and behavioural neurosciences. Then she went on to graduate from the Brain Disorders Management program at Mohawk College where she learned to apply her knowledge of neurological conditions to community based work. From there, she has gained experience working with many non-profit organizations such as the Head Injury Rehabilitation of Ontario, Hamilton Alzheimer's Society, and March of Dimes Canada. She was involved with many of those that have various types of neurological disorders (e.g., cerebral palsy, stroke survivors, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, spinal cord injuries, acquired brain injuries, etc.) and helped them with their rehabilitation journey and overall well-being.

Kimberly takes great pride in her ability and desire to help those that she can and is more than happy to provide that help as her career.

Outside of her work, she can be found eating, reading or playing with her dog and sometimes all three. She would identify herself as an extrovert and loves to meet new people. She has a case of wanderlust and desires to travel around the world whenever she gets the opportunity as well. Also, she is someone who loves to learn so if you ever get the chance to meet, don't mind sharing an interesting fact with her!

Jennifer Monahan

Rehabilitation Therapist

Jennifer was inspired to pursue a career working to help others. Jennifer graduated in 2012 from the Addictions Care Worker Program at McMaster University. She is certified by The Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation. Jennifer has completed Suicide intervention first aid training (ASIST) and she has maintained certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and Mental Health First Aid Training.

Since then she has worked for over a decade in many roles, some of which include; Behavioral Therapist, Rehabilitation worker, Adult and Youth Mental Health and Addictions Worker, Residential Counsellor, and Case Management. She is dedicated to aiding people in realizing their full potential. She has provided services in school settings, hospitals, residential care, youth justice organizations, various social service agencies, and within the community. She has significant experience working with people navigating a wide range of life experiences. Some examples include strengthening their social connections and helping others feel a sense of belonging to overcome or manage their personal, social, or psychological effects of disabilities on employment or independent living.

Jennifer is passionate about helping others to reach their goals by providing a safe and dedicated space. Seeing others benefit from her support has been truly rewarding.

Outside of work Jennifer enjoys camping, fishing with her son, and partner, watching and playing sports, spending time with her family, and her dog Lola, volunteering on her daughter's hockey team, and enjoys being a hockey Mom.

Blake Anderson

Social Worker

Blake Anderson is a Registered Social Worker with a Master of Social Work Degree from McMaster University. Prior to which, he attained a Bachelors Degree in Social Work from the University of Calgary and a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Philosophy from the University of Saskatchewan. Blake started his career with over eight years of child-protection experience. Currently, Blake conducts therapy and assessments with clients who have been in Motor Vehicle Accidents, including catastrophic injuries, acquired brain injury and chronic pain. Blake practices a range of therapeutic modalities including, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Systems Theory and Trauma-informed therapy. Blake is an active member in good standing with both the Ontario College of Social Workers and the Ontario Associations of Social Workers.

Tare Otoru

Administrative Assistant

Tare has an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Health Studies with a minor in Gerontology, from the University of Waterloo. She is currently finishing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Psychology at McMaster University. Her personal interests include travelling, hiking and kickboxing.

Mary Ogundirahun

Administrative Assistant

Mary has a bachelor of science degree in biology and completed a master of science degree in public health. Her personal interests include dancing, cooking and travelling.

Manpreet Panesar

Administrative Assistant

Manpreet has an undergraduate degree in honours psychology at McMaster University and is now pursuing her masters degree. Her interests are hiking, baking, and playing soccer.