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School of Social Work Day of Caring helps families and builds new traditions

February 10, 2011

Day of Caring students-turned-construction-experts (from left to right): Kira Robertson, Natasha Hass, Brittany Taylor and Chelsey Forsyth.

Day of Caring students-turned-construction-experts (from left to right): Kira Robertson, Natasha Hass, Brittany Taylor and Chelsey Forsyth.

Over 20 UBC social work students came out on January 22, to bring a new beginning for one family.

At the inaugural Day of Caring a group of individuals from the Okanagan campus’ School of Social Work, the United Way of the Central Okanagan and the Stepping Stones Counselling Group joined together to paint and decorate bedrooms for a family who have experienced domestic violence.

There were two results from the day: very happy children with new bedrooms and new memories; and students who were given the opportunity build and learn from experienced Stepping Stones counsellors and therapists.

UBC student participants at the Day of Caring included:

  • Kate Budd
  • Nikki Davidson
  • Chelsey Forsyth
  • Natasha Hass
  • Thomas Lait
  • Kathryn Mclean
  • Jordan Oosentbrink
  • Brittany Showdra
  • Maureen Smith
  • Brittney Stanway
  • Olivia Sullivan
  • Dave Rider
  • Kira Robertson
  • Brittany Taylor

Plans are already in development for the second annual Day of Caring.

Day of Caring student helpers (from left to right): Nikki Davidson, Jordan Oosentbrink and Kate Budd.

Day of Caring student helpers (from left to right): Nikki Davidson, Jordan Oosentbrink and Kate Budd.

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