George Horhota, Chair of the Board

“Ivan Franko Homes provide hope for our seniors and upcoming ‘new’ seniors with care, understanding & support in their ‘golden years’. After years of raising families, building community life & maintaining Ukrainian culture & language, Ivan Franko is a centre of solace providing comfort - a home away from home for its residents.” 

Raya Shadursky joined Ivan Franko Home's Board of Directors in 2014.

“Ivan Franko Homes offer an exceptional environment of care and comfort for our Ukrainian Canadian seniors, along with cultural recreation. The Homes, with their dedicated Executive Director, administrators and staff, truly form a wonderful  

and special team.” 

Walentyna Rodak joined Ivan Franko Home’s Board of Directors in 2004. 

“My family’s personal experience during our mother’s residence, care and eventual passing at Ivan Franko Homes confirms that the staff is amazing. They really care about residents and support families. The PSWs are incredible, the nurses, the kitchen staff, the office staff… Each came in offering their support and help and shared some of their stories about our mother, as did her friends from up and down the hall. IFH is already a lovely ‘selo’ setting. It’s a special place. IFH, thank you for all that you do!” 

Dr. Lesia Babiak joined Ivan Franko Home's Board of Directors in 2017.

“Our Seniors have so much to give, teach and share with us.  They deserve to be in a place where they can be the best version of themselves - physically, emotionally and spiritually.  I'm inspired by the depth of commitment and warmth with which the team at IFH treat the residents and plans for the future.  Our seniors deserve the very best of our efforts and resources.  I appreciate being a part of this wonderful story and look forward to, together with my other Board members, help to continue this tradition     

of excellence.”

Dr. George Huculak joined Ivan Franko Home's Board in 2017. 

“I believe that family is who is there to help when you need it most. IFH Staff and Administrators are there daily, as extended family members, providing the best possible quality of life for Seniors. It’s a special team, joyfully creating a warm, home-like environment. They are committed to outstanding care in the best of times; but during the Covid-19 pandemic, they became heroes continuing to provide personalized, holistic care. It’s a privilege to serve on the Board, and together with my fellow Board members, to help continue making IFH an exceptional home for our Seniors.”

Christine Witowych joined Ivan Franko Home’s Board of Directors in 2022.

“I am deeply honoured to join the Board of Ivan Franko Homes, a place where our seniors are not just cared for, but celebrated as the pillars of our community. In a world that often forgets its elders, Ivan Franko Homes stands as a shining example of how cultural heritage, respect, and compassion can create a true sense of belonging. Here, our seniors are surrounded by the traditions and language that have shaped their lives, giving them not just comfort, but a profound connection to their roots. I am proud to join this team, working together to ensure our seniors live with the dignity, joy and fulfillment they so deeply deserve.”

Alexandra Melo joined Ivan Franko Home’s Board of Directors in 2024.

  Working at IFH in his teens as a student after school and on weekends, Gregory has a lengthy connection with the organization, with many family members enjoying residence at both the Royal York and Winston Churchill facilities.  A retired accountant, he has volunteered extensively at Winston Churchill, renovating the office and Bingo hall, leading the website development team and initiating Computers For Seniors programming. 

“Working closely with teams at both buildings, I have witnessed overwhelming commitment to service of everyone at Ivan Franko Homes. We are in good hands.”

Gregory Ciupka joined Ivan Franko Home’s Board of Directors in 2025.