Elderdog Canada
- Acknowledged for seamless transition to online learning due to COVID restrictions and facilitating Zoom webinars and chat sessions to connect with student’s client and stakeholders
- Recognized for using an anti-oppression approach when conducting assessments and developing rapport for resettlement issues, education planning and health/wellness services
- Known Subject Matter Expert and recognized with Seneca College and assisting fellow students
- Edmonton Chapter 2022
- Remote Social Services
- Supported “Pawds Across Canada”, national Canadian charity for aging people and aging dogs, by conducting research into human and animal bond
- Explored animal assisted therapy for seniors in long term care homes and palliative care facilities, to support seniors in care and well-being of canine companions
- Designed and delivered Zoom webinars for seniors and volunteers using upbeat style and passion for re-homing older dogs, and created traditional print pamphlet for seniors
- YMCA, Youth Gambling and Addictions Program 2022
- Remote Social Services
- Identified gambling risks and compiled harm reduction strategies including online pet therapy for informative and inspirational webinar lessons for at-risk youth
- Lead Initiative and Engagement for newcomer by responding to general Inquiries that pertain to navigating the Canadian system
- Support Program Development with a focus on outreach development, Building Awareness and
- Knowledge Mobilization
- Facilitated presentations on gambling addictions and stigma related to addictions including depression, suicide, bankruptcy, domestic abuse, assault, fraud, theft and homelessness
- Created budget-friendly and media literacy flyer to educate general public, youth and families focused on available and current community resources for gambling addictions
