Kalie is always consistent, reliable and is just
overall great. The kids love her and her dedication to them is admirable. Not
only has she helped us out with childcare for the past seven years, but she’s also helped us on field
trips this past fall and summer. Our heartfelt thanks to Kalie!
- THP Children's Advocates
- THP Children's Advocates
NB: What do
you do as a volunteer at New Beginnings?
What does a typical shift look like?
K: I do
weekly childcare while the moms are in their support group. It's different
every week! Sometimes we play board games, cars, or house. Other times its more
quiet and we read or do an art project. My favorite groups are when we go to
the park! The kids have so much fun playing on the toys or playing ball!
I also go on as many of the weekly summer field trips as
I can! They are always fun, the zoo is usually a favorite for the kids!
NB: What do
you do when you’re not volunteering?
K: I just
finished school, and will be starting my externship soon! I'm a "big
sister" with big brothers big sisters. I also love going to the beach and
hiking with my dogs!
NB: What’s the
best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
K: My mom
always told me, no matter what it looks like on the outside... you don't know
what someone else is going through. So be gentle, patient, and understanding…It
can make a real difference!
NB: Anything
else you’d like to share with other volunteers?
K: It takes
incredible courage for these women and children to escape the violence. We can
all learn a lot from them! Volunteering
at New Beginnings for the last 7 years has been so rewarding! I get to work
with great people and I love the families!
This is a picture of me and my brother, Karsten, at the 2012 New Beginnings Steps Against Domestic Violence walk!
This is a picture of me and my brother, Karsten, at the 2012 New Beginnings Steps Against Domestic Violence walk!
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