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May Project – Nelson Youth Center(s) – May 2-5, 2013

Allison Lane — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:17:59 +0000

Did you get our E-newsletter sent last week?

In the E-newsletter was a call out for project volunteers and for folks that would like to provide lunch for our volunteers for one of the project days May 2 -5th .

The planning for our project (May 2-5) at the Nelson Youth Centre(s) is coming along and we are so excited about the project!If you are interested let us know through our online volunteer form .

We also have a larger family project in Sept and will need more volunteers and
product support. You can volunteer for the Sept. 2013 project now

Looking forward to seeing everyone at the Project!!

About Nelson Youth Centres:

Nelson Youth Centres is an accredited children’s mental health centre that provides group based treatment programs for Halton’s children and youth and their families. Our services target children who are experiencing moderate to severe emotional, social, behavioural or learning problems, which result in difficulties at home, school and the community.

We provide therapeutic services to strengthen the abilities of children, youth and parents experiencing difficulties. We focus on helping children and youth acquire skills and resources to realize their full potential.

Nelson Youth Centres contributes to the health and wellness of our community by strengthening families and enabling the emotional and social well being of children and youth.

Allison Lane — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 04:19:39 +0000

Walls of Hope Has Selected 3 Deserving Recipients For Our 2103 Projects.
1 Community Organization and 2 Families

Project 1

Date: May 2-5 2013
Project Type: Walls of Hope Community Organization Project
Recipient: Nelson Youth Centres in Burlington – http://www.nelsonyouthcentres.com/
Project Info:

Nelson Youth Centres is an accredited children’s mental health centre.
Walls of Hope will be transforming 2 key rooms for Nelson Youth Centres; creating positive inspiring spaces that are a huge part of their group based treatment programs for children, youth and their families in the Halton Area. Services target children who are experiencing: moderate to severe emotional, social, behavioural or learning problems which result in difficulties at home, school and the community.
We are very excited to assist this wonderful centre in the work they do and the life altering changes they provide.

Project 2

Date: July 12–14, 2013
Project Type: Dream Rooms Project
Recipient: Georgetown Ontario – Family of 2
Project Info:

Walls of Hope’s Dream Rooms division will be creating a very special bedroom for an 8 year old boy with autism.
His single mother continues to strive to provide for her son and also the extras associated with autism. Her budget does not allow for decorating or major home improvements. His bedroom is not one where he really wants to spend time in.
Play time in his room is viewed as a punishment. This will soon change, once Dream Rooms works their magic.

Project 3

Date: September 2013 (exact dates TBD)
Project Type: Walls of Hope Family Project
Recipient: Burlington Ontario – Family of 4
Project Info:

All 4 family members have various health issues that impact many aspects of their lives. Mom and their 9 year old daughter have autism. Dad and their 4 year old son have a very rare disease called 22Q11. The son has many serious health concerns; as he has the full spectrum of disorders that accompany 22Q11.
Walls of Hope will be renovating their townhouse to provide them with a very special home which will alleviate many issues related to their living environment. We will also be providing “value add” life services) which will also help them to thrive.
This project will be our larger project for 2013 and will consist of renovations that will truly bring about a much needed changes/additions to the family’s living environment.
To realize this goal, we are in need of donations from suppliers and supporters – building materials, home furnishings/decorating items/supplies and services that can make a positive impact.
It is our goal to renovate their entire basement; which is currently a health and safety hazard and/or add a small addition onto the townhouse to accommodate the necessary physical therapy equipment. The current basement area is unsafe. This type(s) of renovation will create much needed space in the basement and create room for the family to function on one level.

We are in the process of planning for these projects, gathering donations and funding.
To volunteer, click here
To find out how/what you can donate to these projects, click here or
contact us at: 647-881-1010

We can’t wait to see everyone out at the projects!

2013 Projects

Allison Lane — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 02:47:03 +0000

Happy New Year!
Walls of Hope is excited to announce our projects for 2013

Additional information will be posted in the upcoming weeks

May 2013: Nelson Youth Centre – Burlington Ontario
July 201: Dream Rooms Project – Georgetown, Ontario
September 2013: Walls of Hope Project – Burlington, Ontario

Volunteers and Supply Donations are always needed.

Season’s Greetings From Walls of Hope

Allison Lane — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 03:44:45 +0000

Walls of Hope has Experienced an Amazing Year!

All because of the very special people and companies who believed!
Because of you,
Walls of Hope can continue to transform the lives for many deserving families .

Here are a few pics from the past year.
Want to see more?
Take look around the Walls of Hope website…you may be featured.

Please view the various areas of our site for the “Walls of Hope Experience“:

Walls of Hope is Because of Amazing People -

Leneese Project Sept 2012 Before & After Photos

Allison Lane — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 03:40:18 +0000

A very big Thank You to everyone who helped to make the Leneese Project a success.
Here are some Before and After Photos,
captured by Lora Kakaletris of Mooreimages.ca

Walls of Hope Values Your Feedback on Projects….Let us know

Allison Lane — Sat, 06 Oct 2012 08:34:19 +0000

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The Leneese Project (Oct 2012) was a Success!

Allison Lane — Sat, 06 Oct 2012 07:35:32 +0000

Walls of Hope wants to thank EVERYONE who made “The Leneese Project”happen and those who continue to support our cause in various ways (outside of our projects; who help fund-raise, build awareness, work behind the scenes)!

There were so many people, who donated (time, resource, financial, product) in the months before, during and after this project!

On behalf of Walls of Hope leadership team and our recipient family…
THANK YOU!… THANK YOU!

Your time for/with this project, your donation of supplies/furniture/furnishings, financial support and just coming by to say “Hello” —means so much, to so many people!

Here are a few projects photos from of the last 2-3 days of the project…more to come
Note to viewers: the “after pics” posted are from a Blackberry and our sudo photographer….More accurate and detailed photos (before and after) will be posted soon.

Walls of Hope Needs Your Votes

Allison Lane — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 13:45:13 +0000

Sera and Walls of Hope
have been nominated to take part in the
Scotiabank “Game Changers” Competition
We Need Your Votes to Help Raise Funds!

The Scotiabank “Game Changers” Competition is a competition sponsored by the Bank of Nova Scotia (“the Sponsor”) and is designed to recognize individuals and organizations who have demonstrated leadership as ‘difference makers’ in their communities in the areas of: Health, Education, Social Services, Arts, Sports and the Environment.

Vote Each Day – Vote Now

The Regional Game Changer Competition commences on June 21, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. and concludes on October 14, 2012 at 11:59:59 p.m. EST (the “Regional Game Changer Competition Period”).
The National Game Changer Competition commences October 29, 2012 at 12:00 p.m. and concludes on November 20, 2012 at 11:59:59 p.m. (the “National Game Changer Competition Period”).
Collectively, the Regional Game Changer Competition Period and the National Game Changer Competition Period constitute the “Competition Period”.

Vote Each Day – Vote Now

Paula & John Are Getting Married!

Allison Lane — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 13:16:26 +0000

Walls of Hope is sending out congratulations
& much love to two very special people
Paula & John

This Friday Sept 14, they will be married in Queenston Ontario

Both have been such an important part of Walls of Hope
and we cannot be happier for them!

1 more sleep Paula!

The Leneese Project Sept 27 – 30, 2012

Allison Lane — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 20:34:59 +0000

Our next Walls of Hope project is happening
Sept 27 – 30 in Mississauga.
Reveal day will be Sunday Sept. 30 at 5pm.

There are still a few opening for volunteers and
we are always in need of supplies and financial donations
to make each project happen.

Our Family is a single mother and 5 year old daughter who have faced challenging times; yet continue to try and improve their quality of life. This mother has been recently accepted into a Registered Nursing program and provides hair styling services to support the family.

This project will be more “cosmetic” with fresh paint and decor added throughout living space. We are creating new areas for a home hair salon and a study area. We are addressing the kitchen, main living area, bedrooms and bathrooms, which also need furniture, furnishing and a fresh coat of paint.

We are also looking to provide “success tool/services”, business and educational supplies/equipment and clothing for this family allowing mother and daughter the chance to excel with their business, education and life enhancement goals.

Want to help? ….You can in various ways:

Volunteer
Spread the Word – Tell your friends and business connections about Walls of Hope and the Leneese Project
Donations
- School Supplies – Notebooks, scientific calculator, pens, makers, backpacks. This will help with tremendously with education for mother and daughter
- Home Accessories – Bedding, window treatments, kitchen appliances and supplies (new)
- Electronics – laptop computer, printer/scanner (+any supplies to go with it) TV, stereo
- Beauty Equipment and Supplies to effectively run a home business
- Gift Cards - groceries and gas
- Winter tires
- Clothing
  - Mother 24 yrs- clothing size: 4, shoe size: 8 – 8 1/2
  - Daughter 5 yrs– clothing: children 7/8, shoe size: 13 -1
  - Winter coat and boots would really help.
Toys and Games – She loves Barbie!!!

To help out with any of these items, click here
To learn more about the family, click here