The GSPCA couldn’t carry out saving, rescuing and caring for the thousands of animals that come through the doors every year without the support of the staff and volunteers that work tirelessly every day and night.
To recognise the team at the GSPCA we have been asking for nominations to recognise the staff and volunteers for their dedication, hard work and outstanding effort.
Nominations were accepted both in house, online and via the post and we received an overwhelming number of wonderful comments for five staff in particular and fifteen volunteers each quarter.
Each of these individuals have been recognised as the Staff Member or Volunteer of Spring 2014 with a Certificate of Appreciation.
Next week is National Volunteers Week and each day we will focus on groups and individuals that help at the Shelter and the work of the GSPCA.
We will also be at the OSA Recruitment Pop Up Shop during parts of Friday next week if you would like to find out about volunteering with the GSPCA.
Steve Byrne GSPCA Manager said ‘Once again it was so heart warming with all the wonderful to read all of the comments for the team.’
‘We really do appreciate every volunteer and staff member, but the quarterly awards give an opportunity for others to put names forward to be recognised for outstanding work and commitment.’
‘The seven staff Kip, Sue, Helen Holmes, Yvonne, Becca, Annie and Sarah Creasey had such wonderful nominations.’
‘All of the staff go over and above what is expected and a huge thanks must go to all of the team for everything they do.’
‘What can I say about our volunteers, we have through a year over 300 helping in one way or other and every single one is a star in their own right and we really do appreciate them all.’
‘Susan, Chrissie, Duncan, Fleur, Corinne, Joe, Bridget, Dave, Matt, Jen, Anna, the two Paul’s and Natalie are just a few of the amazing individuals that we have volunteer at the Shelter and are those that have been nominated by others for everything that they do to help animals, fund raise, night warden, dress as a giant mascot, walk dogs, cuddle cats, clean out and generally help ensure that the GSPCA has the support that it needs to carry out its work 24 hours a day 7 days a week.’
'Once again reading the comments and nominations was an extremely emotional thing to do as the comments of such wonderful individuals was extremely humbling.'
'It's Volunteers Week next week and we will be celebrating by talking about some of our wonderful volunteers that help each day and mentioning those wonderful businesses that have helped.'
Talking of helpful businesses we have the Property Link sponsoring our dog show at Fairfields this weekend and have 20 volunteers helping from Barclays.'
'We also have volunteers from Lloyds Bank coming in for two days next week to help at the Shelter.
‘A thank you must go out to everyone involved in helping animals in Guernsey and if you wish to nominate a staff member or volunteer then the next quarter for nominations is now open and you can vote by emailing me, writing in to the Shelter or leaving a message at reception.’
To vote for a member of the team please click here for details.
Here is the list for those nominated for Volunteer and Staff Member of Spring 2014 -
Staff Awards
Yvonne Chauvel
Was voted for the Staff Member of Spring 2014
One comment said -
‘I would like to vote for Yvonne Chauvel she was so kind to me when my cat was run over a few years ago, she could see I was very upset and I had to say my goodbye to black jack she was a comfort just being there for me a lovely person who got me through a tough time.’
Rebecca Martin
Was voted for the Staff Member of Spring 2014
One comment said -
‘Becca has matured into a caring and knowledgeable care assistant. She is always very helpful in Hospital when Yvonne is not here.’
Helen Holmes
Was voted for the Staff Member of Spring 2014
Some comments said -
‘For doing so much with the pop up shop and all the other events.’
‘My vote goes to Helen Holmes. She is very loyal and hard working.’
Sue Le Goff
Was voted for the Staff Member of Spring 2014
One comment said -
‘Being a great floater, so helpful all of the time. You can count on her help.’
Annabelle Janes
Was voted for the Staff Member of Spring 2014
One comment said -
‘Always kind and caring. If you need advice about work or personal she’s always there. Has also adapted really well to the ASM changes.’
Sarah Creasey
Was voted for the Staff Member of Spring 2014
One comment said -
‘Sarah has quickly fitted into the team and we have had great feedback with her work with the schools and others she has worked with.’
Ian Power
Was voted for the Staff Member of Spring 2014
One comment said -
‘Kip knows the Shelter inside out and whenever he does a job it is always great. A huge thank you from all the rabbits’
Volunteer Awards
Susan Bertram
Was voted for the Volunteer of Spring 2014
Some comments said -
‘Wonderful dog walker. Gives so much of her spare time to the Shelter. Good all rounder.’
‘Susan comes in rain or shine and never complains.’
Chrisse Robert
Was voted for the Volunteer of Spring 2014
One comment said -
‘Very reliable and so caring. So into cats ad their behaviour, A valuable member of our volunteer team.’
Bridget Henley
Was voted for the Volunteer of Spring 2014
One comment said -
‘Very warm and caring. Very reliable. Gives her special time to the Shelter.’
Duncan Cummings
Was voted for the Volunteer of Spring 2014
One comment said -
‘Very reliable and caring person. Hard working, sometimes under difficult circumstances.’
Fleur Pizzey
Was voted for the Volunteer of Spring 2014
One comment said -
‘Very caring and trustworthy long time volunteer.’
Joe Streeting
Was voted for the Volunteer of Spring 2014
One comment said -
‘A good all rounder. Trustworthy, polite. A valuable member.’
Dave Brook
Was voted for the Volunteer of Spring 2014
One comment said -
‘Dave does everything he can to help animals in need and is a credit to the Shelter.’
Matt Hill-Smith & Jenny Bradshaw
Was voted for the Volunteer of Spring 2014
One comment said –
‘Whether a fund raiser of providing night warden cover, both Matt and Jenny are a great pair helping animals and the Shelter around the clock.’
Natalie Randall
Was voted for the Volunteer of Spring 2014
One comment said –
‘The effort Natalie put into the Itex Walk last year and for all she does to help the Shelter and animals is wonderful.’
Corinne & Paul Connelly
Was voted for the Volunteer of Spring 2014
One comment said –
‘Corinne and her husband Paul are some of the best fund raisers the GSPCA has ever had and they deserve a huge thanks for all they do.’
Paul & Anna Duchemin
Was voted for the Volunteer of Spring 2014
One comment said –
‘Anna & Paul are a huge help to the Shelter.’
To become a volunteer at the Shelter and find out more please pop along to the GSPCA on Wednesday 2nd July at 6.30pmto find out how you could help animals in Guernsey.
To see more on volunteering please click here.
To find out how your business can get involved please click here.
To visit the Guernsey Volunteers website please click here.
To find out about our fun dog show at Fairfields this weekend please click here.
Look out for pictures of those receiving a certificate coming very soon.
To view previous stories of our fantastic volunteers and staff -
Amazing People Doing Amazing Things for Animals in Guernsey - Results of the Staff Member & Volunteer of Summer 2013
GSPCA Masquerade Ball a wonderful evening and success at the St Pierre Park Hotel - Thank you to all involved
GSPCA Staff Member Yvonne from over 5000 nominations is a finalist at the Petplan & ADCH Animal Charity Awards 2014
Staff and Volunteer Awards Autumn Winter 2013/14
A night full of gratitude at the 131st AGM of the GSPCA days before our 141st year
We have lots of animals in need of homes. Could you help us advertise them? To download a the posters please click here. or to share them on social media please click here.
To download a poster to advertise the Hedgehog Competition please click here.
To download a poster to advertise the Hedgehog Awareness Poster Competition please click here.
Create a GSPCA Awareness Poster for Hedgehogs
Age groups –
4 – 7 years old (infants)
7 – 11 years old (juniors)
Some ideas could include:
Watch out for hedgehogs on the road waking up from hibernation
Hedgehogs out in the day time could mean there is something wrong
Please put out clean drinking water for hedgehogs over the summer
Check for hedgehogs before cutting the lawn/grass
Discard of rubbish properly - especially netting/wires
Make sure your swimming pool/pond is easily escapable
Do not put slug pellets down as they are poisonous
Don't touch a nest until sure you need to intervene
Cut holes in fence bottoms to allow hedgehogs to pass through gardens
Watch your dogs around hedgehogs- either one could get hurt
Other points to add:
Phone GSPCA for advice/emergency: 01481 257261
Advice on the GSPCA Webpage- www.gspca.org.gg
BE AS CREATIVE AS YOU LIKE!
Prizes for the top 3 in each age group.
Send your posters with your name, age, contact number and school on the back to [email protected] or to the Shelter at
Guernsey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Rue du Truchots
St Andrews
Guernsey, Channel Islands
GY6 8UD
Closing date 6/6/14. Winners will be announced on the 13/6/14
Build a Hedgehog House
2014 Competition
Design and build a hedgehog house to be used in your own or friends garden!
There are two age group categories:
7 to 11 years (Junior age)
11 to 16 years (secondary age)
The top three from each group will be contacted to be judged and there are PRIZES for the top 3 designs in each group!
The house structure must be:
- Waterproof
- Big enough to make a nest
- Safe from predators
- Camouflaged
What could you use to build the house?
- Logs
- Old plastic box
- Bricks
- Wood
- Pots
- Anything else - Be as creative as you like!
Try the internet and our website for more inspiration!
www.gspca.org.gg
Last thing to do is take a beautiful photograph then email it to us along with your age, full name and contact number to:
[email protected]
Closing date 6/6/14. Winners will be announced on the 13/6/14
Good luck and have fun!
Please be careful when building your hog houses
Work with an adult to put it together as you may need to use grown-up tools
We currently have two stunning cats called Trio and Trouble needing operations. To donate to help them please click on this link www.justgiving.com/Gspca-Trio-and-Trouble, call 01481 257261, by post or popping into the Shelter.
GSPCA, Rue des Truchots, St Andrews, Guernsey, GY6 8UD
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