Spring 2005 - Kids Cancer Care

Volunteer Profile — Avril Andrus
Many great people work in the nursing profession; our very own
KCCFA volunteer, Avril Andrus is one of those. As a registered
oncology nurse with the Drumheller Community Cancer Centre,
Avril exemplifies what it means to be a caring, compassionate and
dedicated professional.
Since 2003, Avril has provided nursing support at Camp SunMaker.
Never one to shy away from getting involved with the essence of
camp, Avril enjoys interacting with the KCCFA campers and taking
part in all activities.
Featured volunteer Avril
Andrus (right) with fellow
volunteer Nicole
Archambault (left)
Avril is highly respected both within her professional and personal
life. Her dedication and exemplary patient care was recognized by
the Alberta Cancer Board with the 2004 V. Glenn Sundstrom
Award for Patient Service. Nominated by Elaine and Don Robertson, Avril was described as being
able to “perform her multitude of tasks in a very positive, respectful and dignified manner…her
integrity and thoughtfulness are above reproach.”
Whether Avril is treating patients at the Drumheller Community Cancer Centre or out at Camp
SunMaker she provides everyone with the best care possible. With a smile and friendly approach
Avril gives of herself both professionally and personally, acting as a role model for all.
Board Profile — Wayne Berg
“It is well to give
when asked, but
it is better to
give unasked,
through understanding.”
– Kahlil Gibran, “On
Giving” The Prophet,
1923.
Why did you choose to support KCCFA by becoming a board
member?
I am a parent of a child cancer survivor, I have firsthand experience with
the programs and fundraising activities that KCCFA hosts and I believe
in the organization. I am honoured and excited about being a member
of the Board of Directors.
How is your child today?
Jillian was diagnosed with wilms tumour in 1999. With the assistance
of the terrific pediatric oncology team at the Alberta Children’s
Hospital, and the ongoing support of KCCFA, Jillian is now cancerfree
and living a very normal and happy life as a grade 5 student at
Milton Williams School for Fine Arts.
What is your background?
I am a vice president & branch manager for the Calgary Main office of HSBC Bank of
Canada. I am a native Calgarian, but graduated from the University of Alberta with a B.Sc. in
Agricultural Economics and worked in many centres throughout Western Canada. I am also
president of The Hong Kong-Canada Business Association.
Wayne has been a rider with the Trico Homes Ride for a Lifetime and chairs our research fundraising
initiative for the Centre for Experimental and Molecular Therapeutics.
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