The Caregiver

Caregiver has many names… Mother, daughter, grandpa, volunteer, service provider, spouse, fur child, friend… And many jobs… Guiding, nursing, sharing, tending, advocating, repairing, listening, loving… On many levels… Individual, family, neighbour, community and beyond… professional and amateur alike Caregiver does not discriminate and does not waiver. Once a caregiver, always a caregiver… whenever or wherever … More The Caregiver

Indispensible Coaches, Mentors & Advisors

I have been very lucky to have long-standing professional colleagues throughout my career. I call them my Coaches, Mentors and Advisors (CMAs) – talented, generous, and helpful people with a passion for community development. We trust and respect each other We share a common sense of purpose We observe ethics of confidence on personal matters … More Indispensible Coaches, Mentors & Advisors

A Different Attitude Toward Evaluations

Evaluations typically provide feedback on the successful completion of an event, pilot project, or program. But what is the real value of an evaluation? By definition it is a decision making tool.  It is also an invaluable tool for learning how to learn.  What would happen if in your next evaluation exercise, you asked the question “What … More A Different Attitude Toward Evaluations